HS2000: The Perfected Croatian Pistol that Became the Springfield XD
This video delves into the history and development of the HS2000 pistol, a Croatian firearm that evolved into the highly successful Springfield XD. It details IM Metal's (later HS Produkt) journey from the HS95 to a polymer-framed, striker-fired design, driven by market trends and the need for a robust handgun. The narrative highlights the pistol's adoption by Croatian forces and its eventual import into the US through Intrac, leading to the Springfield Armory partnership. The video also touches upon initial US import requirements and subsequent design iterations, acknowledging the support of Jordan for providing different HS2000 variations for examination.













