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1/22/2025 2:19:36 PM EDT
But why is the Mod3 XD so cheap? Has it been a flop? Just curious. Thanks
1/22/2025 4:02:37 PM EDT
[#1]
I doubt it was a "flop."

I'm assuming that it is Springfield's entry into the budget gun market since the MSRP was around $325 at the time of release (if I recall correctly) and considering that the XD Mod. 2 was discontinued years ago.
1/22/2025 4:06:19 PM EDT
[#2]
When it came down to it I doubted it was a flop either, but I just couldn’t figure out why it is sub 300, be a tempting option.
1/22/2025 8:20:36 PM EDT
[#3]
It's a plain jane gun with one mag, in a cardboard box.
It's not a lesser gun that previous iterations, it's just stripped down like they've done with other models to keep the cost low. You know, one mag and a cheapo box?
1/22/2025 8:25:11 PM EDT
[#4]
Not a flop, it's their "Optics Ready" line for an entry pistol purchase vs. their Elite and Echelon lines. XD's, XDm's, Elite's sell very well regardless of the shit talking whether on this forum, others and some Guntoobers.

Certainly didn't need another gun but bought one when they came out since I really enjoy my mix of XD series pistols. Honestly no difference in quality between it and my XDm's or XDm Elite, if your interested in one buy with confidence it's going to be reliable, accurate right out of the box.
1/22/2025 11:01:40 PM EDT
[#5]
Thanks guys for the replies, sheds a lot of light on the subject for me
6/18/2025 4:01:37 PM EDT
[#6]
Attached File

What’s not to like.
An entry level optics ready pistol
for under $285.00
Taking mine out this weekend for
the first time.
6/18/2025 4:09:52 PM EDT
[#7]
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What’s not to like.
An entry level optics ready pistol
for under $285.00
Taking mine out this weekend for
the first time.
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NICE!!!!!

If your looking for cheap magazines, here is the hook up for $12.95 each.

Joe Bob Outfitter XD Mod3 Mags

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