daveleo911

5" preferably I like the brushed silver/chrome finish (or whatever it is, Not black) with the dark wood grip

Hey all, UPDATE: I successfully won an auction for a brand new SA 1911 Loaded (PI9132LP). Can't wait for it to get here! I'm just getting into shooting (yes noob). I already have a Springfield XDm 9mm (bitone), and love it. With my 2 new permits I wanted to add some diversity and am thinking about grabbing a .45 and .22! I really want a 1911, and have become partial to the Springfield 1911 "loaded" .45 stainless. I'm having a somewhat difficult time locating one in stock (any help/ sites appreciated). Any suggestions (.22, 9mm, .45) to fill my second permit are also appreciated.

THank YOU

lol I have a feeling you're right, glad I ended up with the 9mm instead of 45

YUP! He answered me back and I put down a deposit I'm 7-10 days away from a Springfield XDm 9mm 4.5" with bitone finish! 15Round Mags!

To my understanding it is illegal to own a magazine that holds more than 15 rounds correct? So if I purchase online they would have to ship the gun without any magazines, then I would have to source modded mags. I would prefer to buy it all together, I sent Paul a message and am waiting for a response. I really want to move on this should I call tomorrow?

I live in SJ (Gloucester Twp). Where is Paul located?

thanks for the reply, I'd definitely consider a .22 at some point but for now a 9mm is what I have my sights on. I have held (not shot) an XDm and love the feel. I really need to know if it is possible to order/buy a 9mm XDm with a 10-15 round magazine. Preferably bi-tone with 4.5inch barrel.

ya just pulled up their site, looks like they do carry them but WAY too expensive $899.99 for bitone 9mm yikes

So I am new to the world of handguns (and to some degree guns overall). I FINALLY received my permit and I am excited to buy my first handgun. The main priority of the gun will be target shooting (every so often probably <1500 rounds per year) and home defense if needed (although I would reach for a shotgun first! I would like to make target shooting a hobby, something me and the girlfriend could do together. After reading the laws and restrictions in NJ I am now aware that magazines must hold 15 rounds or less. After researching the Springfield XD(M) I'm pretty much sold on it, love the design and reviews. I came across a deal for a bitone .45acp XDM (4.5 inch) for around $570. To be honest I'd much prefer a 9mm because of ammo costs, recoil (especially for the GF), and lack of need for a higher caliber. I know the XDM 9mm boasts a 19 round magazine, however I've read on this board that some of you have 10 or 15 round magazines in the 9mm or .40! So my question is: when I go to order the gun from an online source can I call and request the gun be shipped with a lower capacity magazine? I don't even care if its only a 10 round capacity. Are there any gun shops (Southern NJ preferred) that carry 9mm XDM (obviously with a lower capacity magazine)? Or are these magazines something purchased separately that have been permanently modified for 10-15 rounds? I greatly appreciate your help.