45 ACP Suggestions (Other than 1911s)

**knifezoid** · 04-12-2011, 05:01 PM

Sorry for whoring up the forum here today guys, don't know what's with me.

Now that I'm reloading 45ACP I'm looking to get another 45 other than a 1911
as I have one already.

Any suggestions? Here's some of my considerations:

M&P45/45c - Has a great rep, very affordable. I'm on the fence about its looks (yes, as a mall ninja this matters to me).

XDM/XD45 - I've heard nothing but great things, but dang, it is so freakin' FUGLY! I don't think I can get over that, but you can try to convince me.

Sig220/Carry - I'd get this, but only at used prices, too much new. Don't see too many of them. Also, 10 round mags are over $40 for it!

Any other suggestions? Comments on above candidates?

Primary uses, range time, steel match, maybe IPSC USPSA comps.

Thanks for your help.

**Gunner79** · 04-12-2011, 05:34 PM

Cant go wrong with a FNP 45 there nice and a little different, but if you really want to get off the map CZ 97 B is a direction to go, I dare somebody to tell me CZ dose not make a quality firearm. Check em out man i think anybody who really looks at one would be surprised.

**accurate** · 04-12-2011, 05:36 PM

If I was going to buy a .45 other than a 1911 it would be a Glock.

**Pilot** · 04-12-2011, 05:45 PM

CZ-97B
Sig P220
HK USP
HK 45
Glock G21

**norcal13** · 04-12-2011, 06:25 PM

i'd second the cz97b.
really great platform.
i love my tanfoglio , currently it will shoot 45/10mm/.22.
i need a 9mm slide next.

**JohnnyBmore** · 04-12-2011, 07:24 PM

They make other .45's besides the 1911 ...

For real though .. If its just for collecting & range time ..

http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/w...layErrorView_Y

or hell maybe even this .. once again JUST FOR FUN!!

http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/w...1_757751_image

**drummerboy183** · 04-12-2011, 07:24 PM

Anyone have thoughts on the Springfield Armory XD .45?

**IWantThatKnife** · 04-12-2011, 07:28 PM

Hmmm

Revolvers:

Colt or S&W Model 1917
S&W Model 25 or 325

Pistols

H&K USP 45 full size or compact
FNP .45
Glock full sized or Model 30SF

But I have to ask - why not a 1911?

**Winter** · 04-12-2011, 07:33 PM

I'm extremely impressed by the XD myself. It has a very natural aim and is very accurate.

**jimmyjo** · 04-12-2011, 07:35 PM

Originally Posted by drummerboy183

Anyone have thoughts on the Springfield Armory XD .45?

XDM/XD45 - I've heard nothing but great things, but dang, it is so freakin' FUGLY! I don't think I can get over that, but you can try to convince me.

I have one and like it. I compare it to being like my Glock. It shoots well and is a work horse but not a thing of beauty,

**Kura** · 04-12-2011, 07:39 PM

EAA or CZ best bang for the buck

**hot.soapy** · 04-12-2011, 07:48 PM

mac10 hands down. just kidding... HK p9.

**PIC** · 04-12-2011, 07:53 PM

Glock 21 or HK USP CT

**jimmyjo** · 04-12-2011, 07:54 PM

This is the bastard,

**bigbob68** · 04-12-2011, 08:07 PM

The CZ97 will not shoot hollow points. There are not many 45's that will shoot wad cutters other than a quality 1911. Beware of the CZ97 if you plan on shooting hollow points. I checked with CZ and they said that the 97 was not designed to shoot hollow points.

The FN, H&K and the Glock are all nice choices.