Springfield XDM Elite 9mm Pistol With Fiber Optic Front Sight
Built for shooters who demand accuracy and reliability from the first round, the Springfield XDM Elite 9mm Pistol with fiber optic front sight delivers a crisp sight picture and consistent performance. Chambered in 9mm, this striker-fired pistol combines a high-capacity magazine with a refined grip texture and a match-grade barrel. For Florida residents who carry, compete, or train, the XDM Elite provides a balanced platform that performs under pressure.
Overview
The Springfield XDM Elite series represents a significant evolution in the XD platform. The model equipped with a fiber optic front sight offers a high-visibility aiming solution for low-light and indoor ranges. The slide is machined from forged steel with a Melonite finish for corrosion resistance, and the frame incorporates an adjustable backstrap system to accommodate different hand sizes. This pistol is designed for shooters who want a duty-ready firearm without unnecessary bulk.
Features & Specs
- Fiber Optic Front Sight: A high-visibility green fiber optic rod sits in a steel dovetail base, providing a bright aiming point without batteries or tritium.
- Match-Grade Barrel: 4.5-inch hammer-forged steel barrel with a 1:10 twist rate, designed for consistent accuracy with standard and +P 9mm ammunition.
- Trigger System: The Elite trigger features a flat face with a tactile safety blade, a short reset, and a pull weight of approximately 5.5 to 6.0 pounds.
- Capacity: Ships with two 22-round extended magazines plus one 20-round flush-fit magazine. All magazines include a removable grip extension.
- Slide Cuts: Front and rear cocking serrations for positive slide manipulation, plus a loaded chamber indicator on top of the slide.
- Frame: Polymer frame with a Picatinny rail for lights or lasers, and a memory pad grip texture that provides traction without abrading skin.
- Overall Length: 8.3 inches
- Height: 5.75 inches with flush magazine
- Weight: 30 ounces (unloaded with flush magazine)
- Safety: Grip safety, trigger safety, and striker block
- Sights: Fiber optic front, low-profile combat rear (drift adjustable for windage)
Who It’s For
This pistol is a strong match for three types of buyers in Florida. First, the concealed carrier who wants a full-size grip with a shorter slide for IWB carry. Second, the competition shooter who needs a reliable 9mm with a high-visibility front sight for USPSA or IDPA. Third, the home defender who prioritizes capacity and wants a pistol that accepts a weapon light. The adjustable backstrap system makes it suitable for shooters with small to large hands, and the grip safety adds a layer of holster security for active lifestyles.
If you shoot regularly in humid Florida conditions, the Melonite finish on the slide and barrel resists rust. The fiber optic front sight is a practical upgrade over standard white-dot sights, especially for shooters with astigmatism who struggle with red dots. The Springfield XDM Elite 9mm pistol with fiber optic front sight is not a niche gun; it is a general-purpose defensive pistol that excels in multiple roles.
Shipping & FFL
This firearm ships to your chosen Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer within the United States. Florida residents must comply with all state and local laws regarding firearm purchase and transfer. You must select a Florida-based FFL dealer during checkout and have that dealer’s current license on file. Upon delivery, the dealer will conduct the required background check and transfer the handgun to you. We ship within 1-2 business days, and all handguns are shipped via a carrier requiring an adult signature. No returns or cancellations are accepted once the firearm has shipped. You are responsible for any transfer fees charged by your receiving FFL. By purchasing this item, you confirm that you are legally eligible to own a handgun under federal and Florida state law.


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