[infool7]

That is the hammer indicator, the chamber indicator is on the top. The hammer indicator will be out if the hammer is cocked even if there is no round in the chamber.

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[Magnum44]

A true statement

[Blueflag]

I kinda knew what he MEANT to say ;-)

[golux]

STATEMENT:

The cocked striker indicator pin sticking out the back of an XD is also an outstanding feature. If that pin is not sticking out, it can't be loaded. And you can feel it in the dark as well as see it, even in your holster. Pin is flush, chamber is empty, period.



REPLY:

That is the hammer indicator, the chamber indicator is on the top. The hammer indicator will be out if the hammer is cocked even if there is no round in the chamber.



This is why I carry a revolver.

[Travis McGee]

There is no “hammer” in an XD. As I said, it’s a cocked STRIKER indicator.

If the pin is protruding, the chamber might be loaded, or not. But if the pin is flush the chamber cannot is empty.

You are correct, there is also a LOADED CHAMBER indicator on top, but this is hidden when inside a holster.

The main thing is the protruding pin. If it’s down, the chamber is empty.