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I wish someone made a DA/SA compact 45 that was a thin, with a metal frame and a hammer. But until that day, I will make do with the shield 45. Regards 18DAI

Maybe I missed it, but it really sounds like you’re asking for a 4516 or a 457. I know from past posts you’re familiar with both of them.

Yes, I have both models. The 4516 no dash, with an aluminum frame vs the steel frame that it has, would be perfect! For me.

The 457, good as it is, is just slightly thicker and a bit heavier than the shield 45. With a much better trigger - from the factory. It gets carried a lot, on my own time. But deep concealment in a non permissive environment is the goal here - in 45 acp too! Regards 18DAI

Compact lightweight 45 Star PD.