Springfield Armory XD-M Full-Size .45 ACP Black Pistol

A: I can't find any difference. no fiber front sight on ether model.

A: The XDs I bought came with a red fiber front sight and replacement fibers.

A: According to Springfield Armory these models both come with fiber optic front sight and low profile rear sights. they list both on their web sight but do not show any differences in the features.

A: after research it seems that you can install a heavy recoil spring and be ok however it will void any warranty

A: Check first to see if the pistol has a fully supported chamber. Drop a 45 ACP in the barrel (after you take the barrel out) and see if there is a gap on the bottom where it has been relieved to ensure smooth feeding. If there is a gap it is unsupported and you cannot fire the 45 Super safely in it.

A: Not for consistent amounts of shooting Alvin. 45ACP averages 20 to 22,000 PSI and the 45 Super 28,000+ PSI. A firearm if rated for 45ACP +P would not be built sturdy enough for a steady diet of 45 Super which would effective be a 45+P++. This is the reason early 10mm pistols based off of the 45ACP platforms were battered senseless until they were redesigned from the ground up to fire/handle the higher pressure rounds.

A: Alvin, It is safe, you can try it, may have some cycling/ejection problems without putting in heavier 12-14 lb recoil spring. Will void warranty. XDM chamber is supported right up to the boat tail of the round.

A: Jeffrey, According to Springfield Armory's website, that model only includes the pistol and 2 13 round magazines and does Not qualify for the current Gear Up promotion. It also includes the standard cable-lock. https://www.springfieldpromo.com/

A: Jeffrey, this pistol comes in a hard plastic case with owners manual, warranty registration card (2) 13rd Magazines, cable lock, bore brush, holster, magazine holder and Three interchangeable palmswell grip inserts for optimal hand fit and trigger reach: S, M, & L. Unboxing video here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COi_0acxVyU (Since packages change often, I would verify this with Buds Customer Service/Inventory Dept. at 1-859-368-0371 9am-9pm EST Mon-Fri. or use the Blue Chat now button at the bottom right corner 9am to 9pm 7 days a week).

A: What's in the Box Springfield XDM .45 ACP 4.5 Pistol (2) Full-Size Magazines Three Interchangeable Backstraps Cable Lock and Bore Brush Owner's Manual