The old XDM Mags with old base plate are not comparable with the Elite Magwells, if you remove the Maxwells you are good to go, o change the base plates to the extended versions.
Peak Performance: The New XD-M Elite
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Oh yea, you could probably shave the sides of the old XDM base plates to make the lock as well.
Grifter
Custom
Thank you for that info. Just hate to upgrade to a new weapon and not have the usage of all my old xdm mags.
Talyn
SAINT
I'll likely get a Elite 5.25 for my practical pistol usage, and move my two XDm Competitions to exclusive EDC use. Although I could use the Precision for that also. In that case I'll have to get a cross-draw so I can accommodate all three. 
I run Arredondo extensions on my 19 rd. XDm Competition mags so I wonder if they'd be GTG with that new magwell.
I run Arredondo extensions on my 19 rd. XDm Competition mags so I wonder if they'd be GTG with that new magwell.
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Talyn
SAINT
In watching the vid XDman did insert a standard XDm mag in and it locked in fine. He then dropped it out using the frame mag release. So I'm confused when he said they won't work, because it sure did fit..
BUT, perhaps it is that a standard XDm mag could not be extracted by hand because of the flared mag well covers the older base pad entirely, whereas the new Elite base-pads would still allow for that plus the extra capacity.
Maybe he should clarify that.
In reading the Peak Performance article the mag body is the standard 19-rd XDm mag only with +1 & +3 extensions used to bump up the capacity to 20 & 22.
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I think I might have to get rid of my XD-9 for one of these models.
wow another one releasing tomorrow. Can’t wait to see what it will be.
Yes
No, the old xdm mag does not lock into place, what you saw was the mag lock putting pressure on the magazine. But it does not insert enough to actually lock
Talyn
SAINT
So basically what you would have to do is replace the older XDm base pad with the newer Elite +1 & +3 base pads.
jfmorris
Master Class
Well, I sure like the changes, but unfortunately I don't have the cash to go dump my XDM 5.25 to get the XDM Elite 5.25. It may be cheaper to try and implement some of the mods myself. Maybe something like the Springer Precision magwells for the XDM? Does anyone make a flat trigger for the XDM?
Yes, or trim the old base plate, or remove the magwell
I like that idea, the magwell as well
RandomHero
Custom
Great upgrade for the XDm.
Maks_Ameau
Operator
Very Nice Firearms! All the bells and whistles...Love it! I love the spacing of the cocking serrations. I own a Beretta APX and the spaced serrations give them that rugged look that I like. The APX is a little over the top but the SA is very tastefully done. Well Done SA!
Elguapobond
Alpha
Can't wait, already told my dealer to grab the 5.25 for Limited Division. Maybe I will not have to modify my CainArms mag extensions too much but with them being a delrin material they should be easy to fit. I hope they make this in 45 so I can retire my 5 inch tactical for Limited Division.