{"id":1399,"date":"2023-08-25T21:02:44","date_gmt":"2023-08-25T21:02:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=1399"},"modified":"2023-08-25T21:02:44","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T21:02:44","slug":"1911-ds-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-osp-which-springfield-wins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=1399","title":{"rendered":"1911 DS Prodigy vs. XD-M Elite OSP: Which Springfield Wins?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"player-inline-wrapper no-margin-top\">\n<div class=\"video-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<iframe class=\"player-inline\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/856820028?h=bd34c45bb7&amp;api=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"byline\">By <a class=\"byline-author ajax-home\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/author\/dan-abraham\/\">Dan Abraham<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"dropcap\">I<\/span>t\u2019s often said, \u201cto be the best, you have to beat the best.\u201d Therefore, it only makes sense to take two of the best full-size double stack 9mm handguns on the market and compare them head-to-head against each other.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"wp-image-46312\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-800x451.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-400x226.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-768x433.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-600x339.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In this head-to-head match, the author pits the Springfield Prodigy vs. the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite OSP.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In my opinion, the <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/springfield-prodigy-torture-test-review\/\">Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy<\/a> and the <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/springfield-xd-m-elite-4-5-tactical-osp-9mm-review\/\">Springfield Armory <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite OSP<\/a> are the finest 9mm handguns in their classes. Both 9mm pistols deliver incredible performance but do so in slightly different ways.<\/p>\n<p>Each raises the bar with accuracy, modest recoil impulse and increased shooter confidence. I love nothing more than firing a full-size handgun that makes an average shooter feel like a professional. Hearing the steel ring shot after shot is a sign of a well-built handgun.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-46313\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-800x600.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-400x300.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-768x576.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-600x450.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m.jpg\" alt=\"springfield prodigy vs springfield xd-m\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Both the Prodigy and the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> offer a lot of features, but is one a clear winner over the other? That\u2019s what the author set out to discover.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In my experience, the Springfield Armory 1911 DS Prodigy and the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite OSP offer everything that shooters enjoy with accuracy and reliability that is unmatched. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1911 DS Prodigy<\/h2>\n<p>In September 2022, Springfield Armory released the 1911 DS Prodigy. Springfield entered the growing trend of double-stack 9mm 1911s with the Prodigy, and the internet was lit on fire.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I cannot fully describe the excitement I felt when I first got my hands on the 1911 DS Prodigy. A 1911 DS Prodigy with a <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/review-hex-dragonfly-red-dot\/\">HEX Dragonfly<\/a> installed crushed others in the same class with an MSRP of just $1,699. Show me another double-stack 9mm 1911 with similar features at that price, and beers are on me. Simply said, it doesn\u2019t exist.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-46314\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m-800x450.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m-400x225.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m-600x337.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"787\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m.jpg\" alt=\"springfield armory prodigy vs xd-m\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-xd-m-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">As part of his evaluation of the Prodigy and <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> pistols, the author got both handguns on the range for a shooting comparison.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Springfield Armory teamed with Agency Arms to create an optic mounting system that suits the DS Prodigy perfectly. Dubbed \u201cAOS\u201d for \u201cAgency Optics System\u201d, it allows the red dot to sit low on the slide, which allows the tall U-cut rear sight and the fiber optic front sight to co-witness completely. This aids with the initial red dot sight in along with adding shooter confidence when shooting.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The frame and slide finish is Cerakote black with a textured polymer-wrapped grip module that feels amazing in the hand. It doesn\u2019t matter if the shooter\u2019s hands are wet or slick, the shooter will remain in control of the pistol due to the textured grip.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding capacity, the 9mm 1911 DS Prodigy ships with 17- and 20-round magazines. In addition, Springfield offers 26-round magazines that are available on their site.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-46315\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-800x450.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-400x225.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-600x337.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"787\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m.jpg\" alt=\"springfield armory prodigy vs springfield xd-m\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-xd-m-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Both the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite and Prodigy are designed for the easy addition of a red dot optic. Both guns were tested with optics mounted.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The 1911 DS Prodigy, as tested, uses a 5\u201d bull barrel that tames any recoil the 9mm offers, helping the shooter to stay on target easily. A shorter 4.25\u201d version is also available. Coupled with the single action 4\u20134.5-lb. trigger, shooters will find themselves ringing steel with ease.<\/p>\n<p>Additional features include an extended magazine release, an ambidextrous thumb safety and a long five-slot Picatinny rail to add a light. The 1911 DS Prodigy is an all-around beautiful-looking and wonderful-shooting double-stack 1911 handgun.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Desert FDE <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite OSP\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Springfield Armory raised the bar when they created the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite OSP (Optical Sight Pistol). For those who enjoy full-size 9mm pistols that are loaded with useful features, you will love this handgun.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-46316\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m-800x469.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m-400x234.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m-768x450.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m-600x351.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"820\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m.jpg\" alt=\"springfield armory prodigy vs springfield armory xd-m\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m-800x469.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m-400x234.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m-768x450.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/springfield-armory-prodigy-vs-springfield-armory-xd-m-600x351.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shown above is the Springfield <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite OSP 9mm with a threaded barrel and FDE color. It has suppressor-height sights.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This model  \u2014  available in black or Desert FDE as tested  \u2014  has a 5.28\u201d threaded barrel along with metal \u201csuppressor height\u201d sights for those who prefer suppressed shooting. Left-handed shooters often feel overlooked, but not with the Elite Series because they are \u201cleft-handed\u201d friendly. With an ambidextrous magazine release and slide stop, lefties will feel right at home with this pistol.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite OSP ships with two 22-round magazines. On top of that, Springfield Armory offers a whopping 35-round magazine that is available on their site for only $55. That is an incredible bargain considering competitors charge $80 + for similar magazines. This is one sharp-looking handgun with a Desert FDE polymer frame and matching Cerakoted slide.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><em>[Read more about Cerakote in our article <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/common-coatings-and-finishes-for-modern-guns\/\">Common Coatings and Finishes for Modern Guns<\/a>.]<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"newsletter inline\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: none;\" class=\"logo-tal-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/themes\/thearmorylife\/img\/logo-tal-tm-icon.svg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Live The Armory Life.<\/strong> The latest content straight to your inbox plus an automatic entry to each of our <a class=\"ajax-giveaways\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/giveaways\/\"><strong>monthly gun\u00a0giveaways!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The Springfield <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite handguns use a \u201cMETA\u201d trigger system. META stands for \u201cMatch Enhanced Trigger Assembly.\u201d Personally, I love this trigger assembly. It is a flat-face trigger with a smooth take-up that breaks at 4.5 lbs. The reset is incredibly short.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Topped off with an optional HEX Dragonfly red dot and the META trigger, I found myself ringing steel as well as I did with the 1911 DS Prodigy. That is saying a lot!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-46317\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-800x497.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-400x249.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-768x477.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-600x373.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg\" alt=\"prodigy vs xd-m elite\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-800x497.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-400x249.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-768x477.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-600x373.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Both the Prodigy (right) and <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite (left) offer great gripping surfaces for enhanced control.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Additional features include a removable extended and flared magwell for quick reloading, a grip safety that forces a high grip on the pistol, a cocked striker indicator on the slide backplate and a three-slot Picatinny rail on the dust cover.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite series grip feels great on the hand with moderate texturing and additional backstraps available to custom fit the shooter\u2019s hand size. This entire package, without a red dot installed, has an MSRP of $733. What a deal for such a fine and featured loaded full-size 9mm handgun.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cMy Thought\u201d Comparisons<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Grip<\/strong>: Although I love the grip on the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite series, I have to go with the 1911 DS Prodigy. That fine polymer overwrap texture wins me over. The grip is a bit wider; however, my hands are large. For those with smaller hands, they may choose the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite grip.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-46318\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-800x450.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-400x225.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-600x337.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"787\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg\" alt=\"shooting prodigy vs xd-m elite\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shooting-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Both pistols are optics-ready and have tall factory sights, which makes co-witnessing much easier. The author found the two to be equally good for sighting.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Sights<\/strong>: I have to call this one a draw. Both the DS Prodigy and the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite have tall metal sights for red dot co-witness. I like the fiber optic front sight on the DS Prodigy, however, both pistols are optic ready, therefore, it\u2019s a non-issue for me.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Barrel<\/strong>: If I were a suppressed shooter (I really want to be), I would choose the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite\u2019s threaded barrel all day long. However, the 1911 DS Prodigy 5\u201d bull barrel will win me over 10 times out of 10.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Magazines<\/strong>: The DS Prodigy has 17- and 20-round magazines with a 26-round magazine available. The <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite has two 22-round magazines with a 35-round magazine available. I can\u2019t resist that 35-rounder option, so I\u2019m going with the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite OSP.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-46319\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-800x450.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-400x225.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-600x337.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"787\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg\" alt=\"comparing prodigy vs xd-m elite\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-600x337.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The author found the reliability of the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> and Prodigy to be equal. Both of the guns were perfect performers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Features<\/strong>: Both of these handguns are feature-loaded. Honestly, for a full-size polymer frame <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite and a double-stack 1911, I can\u2019t think of any other features to add. The fact they are both \u201coptic ready\u201d and perform great for their intended class, I rate this one as a tie.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reliability<\/strong>: Simply said, every round I have fired with these two pistols fed, fired and ejected without any issues. So, it\u2019s impossible to choose one over the other when both handguns have performed flawlessly. Draw.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Aesthetics<\/strong>: I am a 1911 fan through and through, and I can\u2019t get enough of the 1911 DS Prodigy. However, I love flat dark earth and the overall beauty of the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite. I also love how the magazine seats with the flared magwell. Forgive me 1911 people, but I choose the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-46320\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-800x503.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-400x251.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-768x483.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-600x377.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"880\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg\" alt=\"comparing springfield prodigy vs xd-m elite\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-800x503.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-400x251.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-768x483.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/comparing-springfield-prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite-600x377.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Magazine capacity is generous with both pistols. However, the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite gets a slight edge as it has 35-round magazines (not shown) available as an optional accessory.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Trigger<\/strong>: The META trigger on the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite handguns is nothing short of exceptional. A Springfield 1911 trigger is even more excellent. I don\u2019t think any type of trigger will ever beat a 1911 trigger. DS Prodigy for the win with me.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Slide Serrations<\/strong>: Both the DS Prodigy and the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite have wide-cut forward and rear serrations. The serrations on the 1911 DS Prodigy are a hair deeper, but not so much to win me over. Both offer a strong slide purchase when charging the pistol, so it\u2019s a draw.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shooting Impressions<\/strong>: This one is  \u2014  by far  \u2014  the most critical category. If you watch the attached video, you will notice I shot each pistol very well. For their intended purpose, each gets an A+ in my grade book. As I mentioned earlier, I am a huge 1911 fan. For me, to choose any handgun over a 1911 would be dishonest. When I shoot the 1911 DS Prodigy, I feel like the handgun was built specifically for me. I love them both; however, the win goes to the DS Prodigy for shooting impressions for this 1911 guy. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>This comparison was both challenging and exciting. As I opened this review, I said, \u201cto be the best, you have to beat the best.\u201d I believe the 1911 DS Prodigy and <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-M<\/span> Elite OSP are the finest full-size 9mm pistols in their respective class.<\/p>\n<p>They each offer a lot for the money as their MSRP prices are fit for the working man\u2019s budget. Having said that, the quality and build construction is first class. Simply said, you cannot make a poor choice with either of these Springfield Armory handguns. So, I am glad I have both!<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Note: Please be sure to check out The Armory Life Forum, where you can comment about our daily articles, as well as just talk guns and gear. Click the \u201cGo To Forum Thread\u201d link below to jump in and discuss this article and much more!<\/em><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"heading heading-forum-thread hide-share\"><span>Join the Discussion<\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"forum-thread-button-wrapper hide-share\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/forum\/threads\/15991\/\">Go to forum thread<\/a><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"heading heading-featured hide-share\"><span>Featured in this video<\/span><\/h5>\n<section class=\"featured hide-share grid-two\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-1911ds \" href=\"https:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/1911-ds-series-handguns\/1911-ds-prodigy-handguns\/1911-ds-prodigy-aos-9mm-handgun-w-hex-dragonfly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-9mm\">9<sup>mm<\/sup><\/span><\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<picture loading=\"lazy\" style=\"\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/PH9119AOSD-v2.png.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/PH9119AOSD-v2.png\" alt=\"1911 DS Prodigy\u2122 AOS w\/ HEX Dragonfly\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>1911 DS <span>Prodigy\u2122 AOS w\/ HEX Dragonfly<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-1911ds \" href=\"https:\/\/store.springfield-armory.com\/prodigy-9mm-26-rnd-magazine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-\"\/><\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<picture loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width: 76.5%;\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/product-prodigy26-round-mag.jpg.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/product-prodigy26-round-mag.jpg\" alt=\"1911 DS 26-Round Double-Stack 9mm Magazine\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>1911 DS <span>26-Round Double-Stack 9mm Magazine<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-xdm \" href=\"https:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/xd-series-handguns\/xd-m-elite-handguns\/xd-m-elite-45-osp-threaded-9mm-handgun-desert-fde\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-9mm\">9<sup>mm<\/sup><\/span><\/span>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"margin-bottom: .75rem;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/XDMET9459FHCOSP.png\" alt=\"XD-M\u00ae Elite 4.5&quot; OSP\u2122 Threaded\"\/>&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>XD-M\u00ae <span>Elite 4.5&#8243; OSP\u2122 Threaded<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-xdm \" href=\"https:\/\/store.springfield-armory.com\/xd-m-xd-m-elite-35-round-extended-magazine-9mm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-\"\/><\/span>&#13;\n\t\t\t\t\t<picture loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width: 75%;\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/product-xdm-35-round-extended-magazine-9mm.jpg.webp\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/product-xdm-35-round-extended-magazine-9mm.jpg\" alt=\"XD-M\u00ae 35-Round Extended 9mm Magazine\"\/>\n<\/picture>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>XD-M\u00ae <span>35-Round Extended 9mm Magazine<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/section>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/prodigy-vs-xd-m-elite\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Dan Abraham It\u2019s often said, \u201cto be the best, you have to beat the best.\u201d Therefore, it only makes sense to take two of the best full-size double stack 9mm handguns on the market and compare them head-to-head against each other.\u00a0 In this head-to-head match, the author pits the Springfield Prodigy vs. the XD-M [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1400,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1399","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1399","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1399"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1399\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1400"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1399"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1399"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1399"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}