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The Whack-Job
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While it is hard to find a truly small "subcompact" 45 and most of the small 45s marketed as "compacts" are still fairly large pistols, I am wondering what those who choose these guns are carrying?

I am using a S&W CS45 to meet my subcompact 45 needs. But it is a fairly large gun. I have looked hard at the XDs45 Mod 2. But striker fired plastic doesn't appeal to me and I hate the loaded chamber indicator.

I am looking hard at the Colt Defender - especially the new Combat Elite version. But I would need to take a requal on 1911 pistols as it has been decades since I carried one. And I am a lefty, so there is a need for an ambi safety.

So, what model subcompact/compact 45 are y'all using? Regards 18DAI


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I own a XDs 45 but not the Mod. 2. I really like it, it's a good gun. Never had a malfunction. I do not carry it however because IMHO the capacity is just too low. I actually do not carry any of my 45's anymore for that same reason.
 
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One of my frequent CCW's is my XDs 45 in an Azula OWB holster. The only upgrade is the addition of night sights.

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When it's time to put a .45 on my hip, it's a PC Shield.

While they ran fine, I never personally cared for the somewhat vicious snap/recoil of the XDSs in .45 ACP.

The .45 Shield is a very pleasant and accurate shooter.




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I used to carry a Detonic CombatMaster,

easy to conceal, if just a bit heavy (compared to modern stuff)

it shot very well,

when the Sear spring started to wear, and I could not find a replacement , I made it a range only gun and went a size up to a Colt Commander,



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I've occasionally carried a Glock 30. But it's a bit too bulky for my taste. I had tried a Glock 36 several years ago, but that one didn't work for me either.

I have yet to find that "Goldilocks" compact .45 to fit me.

I don't find concealing a Commander 1911 to be all that difficult, though you definitely notice the weight after a while, and grip could be a bit shorter. So I think one of my next purchases will be something like an aluminum-framed CCO 1911, like a Dan Wesson Vigil CCO. Maybe with the slightly lighter frame and shorter grip, that'll be the ticket for a compact(ish) .45 carry gun.
 
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I carry my Sig 1911 Ultra often because it has been 100% reliable. I had a Colt Defender a number of years ago and it was unreliable with a FTF every other mag.

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I've occasionally carried a Glock 30. But it's a bit too bulky for my taste. I had tried a Glock 36 several years ago, but that one didn't work for me either.

I have yet to find that "Goldilocks" compact .45 to fit me.

I don't find concealing a Commander 1911 to be all that difficult, though you definitely notice the weight after a while. So I think one of my next purchases will be something like an aluminum-framed CCO 1911, like a Dan Wesson Vigil CCO. Maybe that'll be the ticket for a compact(ish) .45 carry gun.


I have a G30, but I am hard headed and do not carry it ,
for both the reason you mentioned, and I am used to a 1911 or SIG as far as operating systems, and that hard head part means I don't want to train myself not to shoot myself with the Glock,,

I do have a pre series 70 LW Commander that I have shot a few times, but it is too nice to carry, my Series 80 steel frame commander is parkerized, so no worries on carry wear



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My EDC is a 320C 45. 9+1 is good but the gun is a little heavy.
 
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We own a Glock G30S and a Glock G36. Both hide well for us. We’ve owned the 36 since 2001 and prefer it.

We recently purchased a P320C in .45ACP. We like it but it has not found its way into the rotation, owing to being larger and heavier than the Glocks.

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While some may find it a bit large for CCW, I really like my P220 Carry SAO. It's small enough to carry well but large enough to shoot like a full size gun... which it, arguably, actually is.
It's also my only .45 ACP, so there's that. Big Grin
 
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If I feel like a .45 it’s usually my SIG. it was a birthday present so I try to use it often when I dress up.




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Given the OP's pennant for third gen Smiths, why not a 457? I like mine well enough, though I have admittedly never carried it on my person for a whole day. Don't know if it would be a bit weighty or not.


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I like shooting the plate rack at 50-60 yards with my XDs. Little gun that shoots like a full sized one.


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so, mk23 does not count?

I happen to like the shield 45
 
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One more vote for the Siv Ultra 1911 .45acp.






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When I feel like something a little more substantial than my G26, my G30 fits the bill in a pancake. I’m interested in trading up to a 30S to narrow it down just a tad.




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Not sure if it fits your compact/subcompact definition, but my usual carry gun is a Sig 1911 C3, officer length frame with commander length slide. Lately I have started carrying a Smith & Wesson Shield in .45.




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Thanks all for the info and opinions! Much appreciated!

I have carried.....and still do, a S&W 457. Great and very underated pistol. I guess I am wanting something a little slimmer and lighter.

I work part time for a Sig Master dealer. I will check out the C3. Thanks again! Regards 18DAI


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