which .45 to choose - Page 2

chrisgun · 12-06-2007, 02:45 PM

Well a Desert Eagle is lighter then a rifle, and weight depends on your strength.I don't have a problem with the weight or the grip,though I do understand one's preference for revolvers.

nathangdad · 12-06-2007, 04:09 PM

Just about any of the major gun companies make a quality .45. If you are heading into Alaska stay away from .45's with target tolerances as you want dependability. The army .45's of WW2 fame were nicknamed "rattlers" as you could hold the grip and hear a rattle as you shook the gun. This was to make certain it functioned even in combat with exposure to sand, dust, freezing water, etc.

Roy Collins · 12-07-2007, 10:53 AM

If you want to carry a 1911 style with more punch, try a Colt Delta elite in 10mm or a Coonan .357 auto. That would be minimum I would carry for bear country.

ColtM1911A1 · 12-14-2007, 09:59 AM

Well, if you're going to be in bear country and want to carry a 1911 platform, I'd opt for a Dan Wesson in 10mm (not sure if they make a blued gun, but the stainless would be a good choice for your applications); it's brighter finish would only be seen once it leaves the leather, so shouldn't be a real problem. and, you can always get it refinished in a matte or Black Teflon finish down the line...

BTW, Double-Tap Ammunition makes a good 220gr hard cast with a large meplat in 10mm that would get you the penetration needed on those large-bodied bears should that horror story arise and you're without a rifle...good luck

ArkansasHunter · 12-14-2007, 10:41 AM

If a 1911 is what you want to carry then buy it but you would be better off with a revolver and the Ruger "NEW" Super Redhawk Alaskan in 454 Casull or 44 mag. would be a better choice.
Next you have the ''NEW'' Ruger Redhawk KRH-444 in 44 mag these and other Ruger models would serv you better.
You should also take a look at what Taurus has to offer such as there Model 444 line of 44 mags. These are lite weight and have a grip thats enhanced to control recoil.
Then theres the Tracker series to choose from and then the Raging Bull models.

If I were venturing in Bear country I would be armed with the right tool to keep from becomeing a Bears next meal and you need to be too...A.H

troy2000 · 12-14-2007, 12:25 PM

I'm puzzled, guys. If polar bears and grizzlies are immune to modern .45 ACP, how the heck did anyone ever kill one in the 1800's?

Polar bears I don't know about. But in Old California, the Californios used to go after grizzles on horseback with lances. For fun. I guess they didn't have video games...

TACAV · 12-17-2007, 10:09 PM

I have a Kimber Ultra Carry II 3 inch. Its my CCW. 7+1. You can get it with an ambidex. safety if you want. I have never been dissapointed in shooting a kimber. Ive heard negative comments about kimber customer service myself but I have never had to go to them with any problems yet either.

chrisgun · 12-20-2007, 04:37 PM

My anti-bear caliber of choice would be a .44Mag. minimum, and maybe even more, like .5AE, or even a .500SW.

billy · 12-20-2007, 04:50 PM

id still be worried with my .454casull.

the recoil from mine is so harsh a quick follow up shot might not be in the cards.

big boomer · 12-20-2007, 11:12 PM

Ruger 44, or 460 or is it a 480 something like that. Or better yet 454 casul because you can shoot 45 colt in it too. I never shot a bear but I would want plenty of gun to do it with. I think a 4" redhawk would be perfect with the right magnum shells.

billy · 12-20-2007, 11:18 PM

the .460 fires that the .454 AND colt .45

12-06-2007, 04:09 PM	#22
nathangdad Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,265 Trader Rating: (0)	Stay away from target tolerances Just about any of the major gun companies make a quality .45. If you are heading into Alaska stay away from .45's with target tolerances as you want dependability. The army .45's of WW2 fame were nicknamed "rattlers" as you could hold the grip and hear a rattle as you shook the gun. This was to make certain it functioned even in combat with exposure to sand, dust, freezing water, etc.

12-14-2007, 12:25 PM	#26
troy2000 Resident Armed Liberal Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Southern California Posts: 9,133 Trader Rating: (0)	I'm puzzled, guys. If polar bears and grizzlies are immune to modern .45 ACP, how the heck did anyone ever kill one in the 1800's? Polar bears I don't know about. But in Old California, the Californios used to go after grizzles on horseback with lances. For fun. I guess they didn't have video games... __________________ If a million people say a foolish thing, it is still a foolish thing. -Anatole France

12-20-2007, 04:50 PM	#29
billy spiritual counselor Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: a secret lab on the shores of lake titicaca Posts: 10,865 Trader Rating: (0)	id still be worried with my .454casull. the recoil from mine is so harsh a quick follow up shot might not be in the cards. __________________ i'll keep an eye out for ya! Last edited by billy; 12-20-2007 at 04:51 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost

12-20-2007, 11:18 PM	#31
billy spiritual counselor Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: a secret lab on the shores of lake titicaca Posts: 10,865 Trader Rating: (0)	the .460 fires that the .454 AND colt .45 __________________ i'll keep an eye out for ya!

12-06-2007, 02:45 PM	#21
chrisgun Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mental Gun Heaven Posts: 23 Trader Rating: (0)	Well a Desert Eagle is lighter then a rifle, and weight depends on your strength.I don't have a problem with the weight or the grip,though I do understand one's preference for revolvers.

12-07-2007, 10:53 AM	#23
Roy Collins Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Louisville Kentucky. Posts: 316 Trader Rating: (0)	If you want to carry a 1911 style with more punch, try a Colt Delta elite in 10mm or a Coonan .357 auto. That would be minimum I would carry for bear country.

12-14-2007, 09:59 AM	#24
ColtM1911A1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 2 Trader Rating: (0)	Well, if you're going to be in bear country and want to carry a 1911 platform, I'd opt for a Dan Wesson in 10mm (not sure if they make a blued gun, but the stainless would be a good choice for your applications); it's brighter finish would only be seen once it leaves the leather, so shouldn't be a real problem. and, you can always get it refinished in a matte or Black Teflon finish down the line... BTW, Double-Tap Ammunition makes a good 220gr hard cast with a large meplat in 10mm that would get you the penetration needed on those large-bodied bears should that horror story arise and you're without a rifle...good luck

12-14-2007, 10:41 AM	#25
ArkansasHunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 10,530 Trader Rating: (0)	If a 1911 is what you want to carry then buy it but you would be better off with a revolver and the Ruger "NEW" Super Redhawk Alaskan in 454 Casull or 44 mag. would be a better choice. Next you have the ''NEW'' Ruger Redhawk KRH-444 in 44 mag these and other Ruger models would serv you better. You should also take a look at what Taurus has to offer such as there Model 444 line of 44 mags. These are lite weight and have a grip thats enhanced to control recoil. Then theres the Tracker series to choose from and then the Raging Bull models. If I were venturing in Bear country I would be armed with the right tool to keep from becomeing a Bears next meal and you need to be too...A.H

12-17-2007, 10:09 PM	#27
TACAV Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 540 Trader Rating: (0)	I have a Kimber Ultra Carry II 3 inch. Its my CCW. 7+1. You can get it with an ambidex. safety if you want. I have never been dissapointed in shooting a kimber. Ive heard negative comments about kimber customer service myself but I have never had to go to them with any problems yet either.

12-20-2007, 04:37 PM	#28
chrisgun Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mental Gun Heaven Posts: 23 Trader Rating: (0)	My anti-bear caliber of choice would be a .44Mag. minimum, and maybe even more, like .5AE, or even a .500SW.

12-20-2007, 11:12 PM	#30
big boomer Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Minn. Posts: 771 Trader Rating: (0)	Ruger 44, or 460 or is it a 480 something like that. Or better yet 454 casul because you can shoot 45 colt in it too. I never shot a bear but I would want plenty of gun to do it with. I think a 4" redhawk would be perfect with the right magnum shells.