James “the XDMAN” Nicholas has been involved with the firearms industry his whole adult life. He is a gunsmith and media personality. The XDMAN specializes in the Springfield Armory firearms but also customizes all makes and models. He is a master firearms refinisher certified in multiple brands. James’ love of firearms has provided him the opportunity to run and own gun stores, consult with numerous firearms companies and fulfill that lifelong dream of loving what he does for a living. Although he doesn’t take himself too seriously and always finds the fun side of things, you can always count on him for a good, honest opinion.