im intersested in getting a pistol but the only one i have ever shot (besides a c02 pistol) was my friends beretta .45 colt revolver. but i dont want a revolver. im realy interseted in the .45acp so can someone tell me what a good manufacturer is that makes them. and what is the difference between a single action and a double action?
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Most any, key word there 'most', of the 1911 clones are good. IIRC Beretta and Taurus both offer their 96 series in .45 At any cost, stay away from the Llama's. Darn few of the parts will interchange with the rest of the Colt clones and they have been out of production for some time now, repair parts can be difficult to locate.
Single action means you must cock the hammer prior to the first shot, double action means the first shot is fired simply? by the pull of the trigger. Then there are the DA only models, with no exposed hammer. I've fired several of the DA and DA only autos and found the trigger pull to be too long and heavy for me to be effective with them YMMV, I've suffered numerous injuries to my hands and the DA/DA only just isn't practical for me.
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Most of the 45 auto's are good and most people like the 1911 clones. The taurus 1911 clone is a good one. Ruger makes a 45 you will not break or wear out in your lifetime. Look them over and make your choice.
Yes, pricey, but you do indeed get what you pay for with S&W... Seriously though, there are many other good options for less. Good luck on whatever you decide on. Remember to let us know and show pics.
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The Glock 30 SF is a great carry 45. Small but accurate and reasonably priced. If you are new to handguns are you sure you want to start with a .45? They are powerful guns and can really kick. 9MM might be an easier first gun to learn. Much cheaper ammo too. Less money on Ammo will allow more practice.
The Glock 30 SF is a great carry 45. Small but accurate and reasonably priced. If you are new to handguns are you sure you want to start with a .45? They are powerful guns and can really kick. 9MM might be an easier first gun to learn. Much cheaper ammo too. Less money on Ammo will allow more practice.
you bring up a good point....maybe i will start with the 9mm. especialy since they are cheaper but the .45acp will definetly be a future purchase
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Why not a .40cal then? Glock makes a nice what they call tactical/practical models. The model 34 and model 35. Great for both target/practice/home defense...
The model 34 is in 9mm and the model 35 is in .40cal.
Then theres Beretta model 92 in 9mm or .40cal also.
Your choice. But I think soon after, real soon after you get a 9mm, you're going to wish you'd of just bought either the .45acp or at least a .40cal? I suggest this. Find a range near you and see if they have a rental program where you can rent a 9mm,.40cal and a .45acp and see what you really like and decide that way. Don't just go get a 9mm or a .40cal and regret it or go get a .45acp and wish you'd of gotten a 9mm or even a .40cal. Just go try one of each, maybe in a few different brands, as that can make a difference also, and see what feels best to you?
Sometimes one manufacturer in 9mm is better then another. Sometimes one manufacturers .45acp is better and smoother to you, then another. Usually when you rush into a purchase, you wish you'd of researched it or thought it out a little longer. That usually goes for anything you purchase.
Best of luck to you and again, be sure to keep us informed. As when we all try and help or offer help, we'd like to know what came of it and what you/they decided on, if anything? I would like to know anyways.
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In most steel-frame autos, the .45 ACP is pretty manageable. The first one I ever shot was a G.I. 1911 and it was far easier to shoot than my current PA-63 in 9x18 Makarov, which is basically just a hotter .380 or weak 9mm. My sons' Sig P-220 is very comfortable to shoot with standard 230 gr. loads.
I just recently had a similar question; I was getting my first handgun and wanted it chambered in .45ACP
My choices were based on reliability, ease to shoot, how it felt in my hand, and of course price. I looked into the Sig p220, Springfield XD, Smith and Wesson M&P, and a few different 1911s. I decided on a Kimber 1911, however I believe all of those would be great choices for the range, the home, and carry (depending on the barrel size).
Before you buy any pistol, however, I reccomend holding, and if possible, shooting it. I elimated all except the XD and 1911, and then found I shot much better with a 1911 and went with that. One thing to keep in mind is all of those polymer-type pistols (glocks, XDs, Sigs, MPs, etc.) have double stack magazines, which make for a wider grip but higher magazine capacity, generally 10-12 rounds, I believe the XD is actually 13+1. The 1911 is a single-stack, meaning each round is directly on top of each other as oposed to staggered left and right. It therefore can have a much slimmer magazine and slimmer grip. The sacrafice is magazine capacity. The standard mags hold 7, you can find ones that hold 8, and some that hold 10 I believe.
There's a lot to know and a lot to consider, but the most important is to find one you shoot best with.
I just recently had a similar question; I was getting my first handgun and wanted it chambered in .45ACP
My choices were based on reliability, ease to shoot, how it felt in my hand, and of course price. I looked into the Sig p220, Springfield XD, Smith and Wesson M&P, and a few different 1911s. I decided on a Kimber 1911, however I believe all of those would be great choices for the range, the home, and carry (depending on the barrel size).
Before you buy any pistol, however, I reccomend holding, and if possible, shooting it. I elimated all except the XD and 1911, and then found I shot much better with a 1911 and went with that. One thing to keep in mind is all of those polymer-type pistols (glocks, XDs, Sigs, MPs, etc.) have double stack magazines, which make for a wider grip but higher magazine capacity, generally 10-12 rounds, I believe the XD is actually 13+1. The 1911 is a single-stack, meaning each round is directly on top of each other as oposed to staggered left and right. It therefore can have a much slimmer magazine and slimmer grip. The sacrafice is magazine capacity. The standard mags hold 7, you can find ones that hold 8, and some that hold 10 I believe.
There's a lot to know and a lot to consider, but the most important is to find one you shoot best with.
Hope this helps.
as for price i dont want to go over $500 and that to me is high. i would always hold a gun before i buy but shooting it first most likely wont be an option.... i do know one of the guys at sportmansden but he might not be alowed to let me shoot one, idk what there rules are. i would like to have as much magazine capacity as posible but have the gun still feel right in my hand. im in no rush to get a pistol so i have time to search for one. (after my birthday which is in february will be the earliest) not sure why exactly im leaning towards the .45ACP (i think i may have watched the movie hitman to many times) but i want a round that packs a punch but isnt high in recoil and from what iv heard the recoil is very manageable.
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Good luck. At $500, you might want to look into a good used gun then? And even then you may not find one in your price range, not in a .45 caliber anyhow? I might be wrong, but don't think so...
Well maybe a Hi-Standard or something? Definitely a Bersa. But probably not a good .45 that's for sure.
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Good luck. At $500, you might want to look into a good used gun then? And even then you may not find one in your price range, not in a .45 caliber anyhow? I might be wrong, but don't think so...
Well maybe a Hi-Standard or something? Definitely a Bersa. But probably not a good .45 that's for sure.
thats what i was thinking......i might put off getting one until i have the money for a good one....so hopefully once im out of school (going to college for electrical) il have the money for what i want
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Yeah, for under 500, you may want to look into a 9mm? Good to learn how to shoot a handgun anyways. Most "new" .45s will be at least 500, and out the door if you want any extra mags, plus a little ammo, is approached 600. I bet you could find a brand new springfield XD .45 for a touch over 500. I think I saw one at a sportsmans near my house for 520?
Yeah, for under 500, you may want to look into a 9mm? Good to learn how to shoot a handgun anyways. Most "new" .45s will be at least 500, and out the door if you want any extra mags, plus a little ammo, is approached 600. I bet you could find a brand new springfield XD .45 for a touch over 500. I think I saw one at a sportsmans near my house for 520?
yea, the sportsmansden near where i live usualy has what im looking for at a good price....i always wait for a sale then buy what i want.
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the taurus 1911 looks nice and i realy like the looks of the berettas also, but i would have to hold one before i can make any decision....thanks for all the info guys
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I can't believe none of y'all posted about RIA!!!! I will be purchasing an RIA 1911GI as soon as I can get the cash and take the stupid Handgun course here in Cali.... even though I already have handguns.
Anyways, IIRC, you can get an RIA 1911A1 GI (the 5" plain jane one) for around $350 new.. but don't quote me on the price. I've fired many of them and found them to be as good as my Springfield Armory 1911A1 Springfield Armory
I paid $650 after all was said and done for my SA new. I didn't feel hosed or anything and find that it shoots better than any Kimber I've tried and strangely the RIA really doesn't feel too much different. I don't know though... I'm a 1911 lover haha.
Tippmann- Do some google searches on Taurus' 1911 handgun. It is a pretty amazing piece of work. Very inexpensive for all it has to offer. Durable. Sexy.
) but i want a round that packs a punch but isnt high in recoil and from what iv heard the recoil is very manageable.
