I got the XDm 3.8 Compact about 3 years ago, when Springfield was clearing them out apparently, for $330 shipped. Then they discontinued that line, which I thought was dumb. The C model is 13+1 like your XD 3 inch, and it takes the 19 round magazines from the full sized XDm. I have an XDm 4.5 FDE as well so that's handy, and I carry a spare 19 round mag using a Reload Wrap.
Anyway, Springfield recently released the XDm Elite series, including the Compact model again, which added what they call the META trigger, that adds the crispness you're talking about. Plus ambi controls and the same U-notch rear sight as on the hellcat. I think it's a pretty decent set of upgrades, hopefully able to snag one for a reasonable price soon.
I love my 3in 9mm XD. I've thrown thousands of rounds through it trouble free. The only complaint I have is that the trigger could be a bit crisper.
I got the XDm 3.8 Compact about 3 years ago, when Springfield was clearing them out apparently, for $330 shipped. Then they discontinued that line, which I thought was dumb. The C model is 13+1 like your XD 3 inch, and it takes the 19 round magazines from the full sized XDm. I have an XDm 4.5 FDE as well so that's handy, and I carry a spare 19 round mag using a Reload Wrap.
Anyway, Springfield recently released the XDm Elite series, including the Compact model again, which added what they call the META trigger, that adds the crispness you're talking about. Plus ambi controls and the same U-notch rear sight as on the hellcat. I think it's a pretty decent set of upgrades, hopefully able to snag one for a reasonable price soon.