Description

Springfield XDS 3.3 45 ACP Stainless Pistol With Stippling On Grip (Manufacturer Sample)

Overview

This listing is for a manufacturer sample of the Springfield XDS 3.3 45 ACP stainless pistol with stippling on grip. As a factory representative piece, this pistol was produced for demonstration and display purposes prior to general retail release. It features the proven single-stack, striker-fired platform chambered in .45 ACP with a 3.3-inch stainless steel barrel. The slide and frame carry a brushed stainless finish, while the grip has been treated with a factory-applied stippling texture for enhanced traction. This is a true Springfield Armory product, manufactured in Geneseo, Illinois, and imported for dealer sample inventory. The pistol is offered at a competitive price point reflecting its sample status, making it an accessible option for those seeking the compact .45 ACP platform. All standard mechanical functions are intact, and the firearm is in new, unfired condition as a display piece.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .45 ACP; capacity: 5+1 rounds with flush-fit magazine, 6+1 with extended magazine; overall length: 6.3 inches; barrel length: 3.3 inches; weight: 21.5 ounces unloaded.
• Stainless steel slide and barrel with a brushed satin finish; forged stainless steel frame; Melonite finish on internal components for corrosion resistance.
• Factory stippling applied to the grip surface on all four sides; grip texture is aggressive without being abrasive against cover garments; grip width of 0.9 inches.
• Striker-fired action with a consistent trigger pull weight of 5.5 to 6.0 pounds; loaded chamber indicator; firing pin safety; trigger safety; grip safety.
• Sights: Low-profile combat 3-dot system with a drift-adjustable rear sight and a dovetailed front sight; accessory rail molded into the trigger guard.
• Includes two magazines (one flush-fit 5-round, one extended 6-round), cable lock, and hard plastic carrying case with sample labeling.

Who It’s For

The Springfield XDS 3.3 45 ACP stainless pistol with stippling on grip (manufacturer sample) is suited for the California shooter who values a compact, single-stack .45 ACP for concealed carry or home defense. The slim profile and reduced weight make it appropriate for daily carry under light clothing, while the .45 ACP chambering provides terminal performance that experienced shooters appreciate. This model is also attractive to collectors and enthusiasts who want a factory sample piece with the distinctive stippled grip texture not found on standard production XDS pistols. Because it is a manufacturer sample, it appeals to those who understand the role of sample firearms in dealer inventory and are comfortable purchasing a new, unfired display unit. The pistol is also suitable for shooters who prefer the manual of arms of a grip safety combined with a striker-fired trigger.

Shipping & FFL

This Springfield XDS 3.3 45 ACP stainless pistol with stippling on grip (manufacturer sample) will ship to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer in California who agrees to accept transfer from a non-California licensee. California customers are responsible for confirming that the receiving FFL can process the transfer of a handgun manufactured after January 1, 2001, and that the pistol complies with the California Roster of Handguns Certified for Sale. As a manufacturer sample, this pistol may not appear on the roster in its current configuration; therefore, the transfer must be processed via the single-shot exemption or other lawful mechanism if the receiving FFL offers that service. All applicable California waiting periods, background checks, and local fees apply. Please provide your chosen FFL’s license information and contact details at checkout. We do not ship to residential addresses or PO boxes for handgun transfers. It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify that the FFL dealer will accept this transfer and that the transaction complies with all state and local laws.