G&A Online Editors - June 11, 2015

Springfield Armory Introduces XD(M) Threaded Barrel Versions

Springfield Armory has introduced threaded barrel versions of its popular XD(M) pistol. A Lipsey's exclusive, the new 4.5-inch XD(M) threaded barrel pistols will be available in .45 ACP and 9mm.

"This is the first threaded barrel offering that we've released for our production pistols," said Chad Dyer, marketing director at Springfield Armory. "As more states legalize suppressors, we want to offer an affordable solution that caters to the growing demographic of suppressor users."

The Springfield XD(M) Threaded Barrel in .45 ACP is only available in a black finish, while the XD(M) Threaded Barrel 9mm pistol only comes with a Flat Dark Earth finish.

Below are more detailed specifications for each of these new pistols:

Springfield XD(M) Threaded Barrel .45 ACP

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Overall Length: 8.4 inches

Overall Height with Mag: 6 inches

Slide Width: 1.07 inches

Grip Width: 1.26 inches

Barrel Length: 5.28 inches; 5.34 inches with thread protector

Sight Radius: 6.75 inches

Weight with Empty Mag: 31 ounces

Trigger Guard to Bottom of Grip: 2.7 inches

Muzzle Thread: .578" x 28

Finish: Black Parkerized

Springfield XD(M) Threaded Barrel 9mm

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Overall Length: 8.25 inches

Overall Height with Mag: 6 inches

Slide Width: 1.03 inches

Grip Width: 1.18 inches

Barrel Length: 5.28 inches; 5.34 inches with thread protector

Sight Radius: 6.6 inches

Weight with Empty Mag: 29 ounces

Trigger Guard to Bottom of Grip: 2.7 inches

Muzzle Thread: .5" x 28

Finish: Flat Dark Earth

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