Compact .45ACP suggestions

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June 30, 2023, 09:45 AM

neverfollow

Compact .45ACP suggestions

I occasionally carry a Sig P220 Compact with the 8 round extension. I have both DA/SA and SAO versions, carry the SAO and they are wonderful shooters - although a bit heavy.

June 30, 2023, 04:15 PM

mike56

Just bought one myself.
Smith Wesson MP compact, with manual safety. 4 inch barrel, 10rd magazine.
Only thing I did was replace the sights with ameriglos.

June 30, 2023, 06:26 PM

fischtown7

Sig P227 SAS, really enjoying mine.

June 30, 2023, 06:53 PM

MikeinNC

I CCW a Ruger Commander sized 1911. https://www.ruger.com/products...specSheets/6711.html

Capacity. 7+1. It if you use Wilson Combat mags it’s 8+1
Stainless Steel slide
Barrel 4.25"
Frame Aluminum Black Anodized
Sights-Novak® 3-Dot
Width. 1.34"
Weight. 29.3 oz.
Overall Length. 7.75"
Height. 5.45"

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July 02, 2023, 12:25 PM

SIGguy229

stop worrying about a manual safety....and you have a host of options.

July 02, 2023, 09:14 PM

walker77

P320

July 02, 2023, 10:38 PM

jbourneidentity

quote:
Originally posted by CQB60:
S&W Shield in 45acp is what you seek..

Absolute truth here. Look no further.

July 05, 2023, 02:58 AM

bczrx

I also prefer the 1911 CCO sized pistol for this requirement. I built my own as I am in California, and the CCO is not generally on the list.

July 05, 2023, 09:39 PM

Todd Huffman

My EDC gun is a Shield .45, and it works great for my needs. I just got a Sig 365 for summertime carry, but in the winter I'll probably go back to the Shield.

July 05, 2023, 10:10 PM

FishOn

I have an HK 45C that I sent to Rick Holm at Lazy Wolf for an action job, and it is fantastic. It is my home defense choice. Excellent suppressor host as well

July 06, 2023, 06:13 AM

gearhounds

What constitutes a safety? A physical safety switch like a 1911 pattern gun? Internal safeties like a classic Sig? If easy, safe, and covert concealed carry is the goal, the best safety is between the ears.

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July 06, 2023, 09:48 AM

pulicords

You could always try and find the somewhat limited edition P220SAO Compact. Worth the hunt!

July 06, 2023, 12:25 PM

Ogie

Colt Defender or Colt Combat Elite Defender?

July 07, 2023, 04:23 PM

Watergoat

I CC an HK USP 45C. Kramer made me a great holster for it, and at 5 oclock it just goes away. It has a safety, but I never use it. The hammer drop and 1st shot DA is a lot safer. Weight can be a problem. Weigh the various models LOADED. There is where the HK's polymer frame shines. Lighter than a loaded 239-357, or P228, or P220 Carry. Those stainless slides are heavy.

July 07, 2023, 05:15 PM

Ogie

quote:
Originally posted by Watergoat:
I CC an HK USP 45C. Kramer made me a great holster for it, and at 5 oclock it just goes away. It has a safety, but I never use it. The hammer drop and 1st shot DA is a lot safer. Weight can be a problem. Weigh the various models LOADED. There is where the HK's polymer frame shines. Lighter than a loaded 239-357, or P228, or P220 Carry. Those stainless slides are heavy.

I CC a HK 45C in a Kramer AIWB holster. I am waiting for one for my HK P30 SKS. It should be here any day. These holsters are great.

July 07, 2023, 06:59 PM

shkuhn

This is my only compact 45. I don’t carry it, but it is a nice shooter.

July 07, 2023, 07:31 PM

V-Tail

P245. Try one, you might like it!

I bought mine used, the DA trigger was one of the worst I have ever shot. A quick trip to Robert "The SIG Armorer" Burke turned it into an outstanding pistol.

July 07, 2023, 07:42 PM

Ronin101

compact??? eh!

https://fnamerica.com/products/pistols/fnx-45/

July 08, 2023, 11:00 PM

Weshowe

Gents,

I'm a big fan of Sigs, but my bid for a compact .45, after all my years, goes to a Commander or Combat Commander.

I've carried this one over 20 years and it's gotten me out of one very tough spot. It doesn't get any better than that...

Wes

July 08, 2023, 11:06 PM

bald1

I echo the CCO recommendation. Here's my Dan Wesson CCO "brace":

But if you'd rather have the standard length grip, here's my Dan Wesson CBOB (bobbed commander):

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