maddhunter Posted November 10, 2010 Report Share Posted November 10, 2010 Gonna buy a pistolla for self deffence, home deffence, and hunting deffence. Have decided on the .45 ACP. but not on brand. I figure FEAL is probably gonna be the decider on that but thought I'd get some feedback on durability and operations. Any praises or gripes are very much apreciated. And also, what lazer grips do you prefer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted November 10, 2010 Report Share Posted November 10, 2010 Glock. Pull the trigger and it goes bang. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted November 10, 2010 Report Share Posted November 10, 2010 Also go take training beyond a ccw class. Take a Fighting pistol class. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strut10 Posted November 10, 2010 Report Share Posted November 10, 2010 Glock. Pull the trigger and it goes bang. ...............EVERY time. Always. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grady269 Posted November 10, 2010 Report Share Posted November 10, 2010 (edited) Glock I am big on Glocks, but they do no make a MID-Frame Glock in 45. I do not think Beretta makes one in the 92F frame either. If you are not married to .45ACP I would recommend a Glock Mid-Size frame in .40S&W. If you are married to .45acp I would recommend SIG P220, I had to have a .45 and that's what I ended up going with and have been very happy with it. Edited November 10, 2010 by Grady269 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunterbobb Posted November 10, 2010 Report Share Posted November 10, 2010 If you want a 45 nothing better than the old 1911A1. There are about a dozen companies that make versions. You are bound to find one in your price range and one that is simple or has all the bells and whistles you want. Para Ordance even makes one with a double stack magazine. If the 1911 isn't to your liking the next best thing would be the Springfield XD. As far as laser grips go Crimson trace is the industry leader for a reason. #2 isn't even close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huntnfish Posted November 11, 2010 Report Share Posted November 11, 2010 ...............EVERY time. Always. +1 +2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huntnfish Posted November 11, 2010 Report Share Posted November 11, 2010 Glock. Pull the trigger and it goes bang. +2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddhunter Posted November 12, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 12, 2010 looks like I may be going with the Springfield Amory XD 45 ACP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DropTine49 Posted November 12, 2010 Report Share Posted November 12, 2010 looks like I may be going with the Springfield Amory XD 45 ACP Good call, though I like the reliability of GLOCK, but in my opinion they just feel bulky.You cannot go wrong with the Springfield. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tallone Posted November 12, 2010 Report Share Posted November 12, 2010 I have the compact 45 glock and I like it, pretty darn accurate too. Never ever had a misfire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunterbobb Posted November 12, 2010 Report Share Posted November 12, 2010 looks like I may be going with the Springfield Amory XD 45 ACP OMG someone has finally listened to me. I feel like I was a voice shouting in the wilderness. You are obviously a brilliant man with excellent taste in firearms maddhunter. You have given my life new meaning. Those thousands of rounds, hundreds of guns and hundreds of hours at the range, woods and in the class room have not been a waste of time after all. Actually my friends ask me for advice all the time but this has been the first time anyone has listened on here. I was just about to give up. :gun2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointing_dogs_rule Posted November 13, 2010 Report Share Posted November 13, 2010 Have the Springfield XD and it's good. Have not shot any of the others. good luck to all the dog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddhunter Posted November 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2010 OMG someone has finally listened to me. I feel like I was a voice shouting in the wilderness. You are obviously a brilliant man with excellent taste in firearms maddhunter. You have given my life new meaning. Those thousands of rounds, hundreds of guns and hundreds of hours at the range, woods and in the class room have not been a waste of time after all. Actually my friends ask me for advice all the time but this has been the first time anyone has listened on here. I was just about to give up. :gun2: Well I don't know about the brilliant part but I sure liked the feal of the Springfield, and most of all the 5 inch barrel. I'm sure our marriage will be forever. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PotashRLS Posted November 14, 2010 Report Share Posted November 14, 2010 Well I don't know about the brilliant part but I sure liked the feal of the Springfield, and most of all the 5 inch barrel. I'm sure our marriage will be forever. lol I have an XD 5" tactical in 45 acp and love it. It is a great reliable shooter. The accuracy is amazing. You made a good choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youngbuck30230 Posted November 15, 2010 Report Share Posted November 15, 2010 best laser grips on the market are the crimson trace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hungry hunter Posted November 16, 2010 Report Share Posted November 16, 2010 Personally, I have the Ruger P-90 DC in .45, never had a misfire or jam. I have used it several times to teach Combat handgun courses and Law Enforcement Courses, some say it's too bulky. It has never failed me forget lazer grips, learn REACTIVE shooting just my 2cents concerning lazers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddhunter Posted November 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2010 Personally, I have the Ruger P-90 DC in .45, never had a misfire or jam. I have used it several times to teach Combat handgun courses and Law Enforcement Courses, some say it's too bulky. It has never failed me forget lazer grips, learn REACTIVE shooting just my 2cents concerning lazers. I mainly want to add the lazer grip for my wife and son when I am not home. Hopefully they will never need it but I don't want them to miss when their life depends on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddhunter Posted November 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 18, 2010 Well I said "I DO" to the Springfield XD .45ACP. Will be officially married next Monday. It was a little more money than the Ruger and Smith & Wesson but I liked the feal alot better. Plus for a while you can get 3 new stainless mags free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m gardner Posted November 25, 2010 Report Share Posted November 25, 2010 Personally, I have the Ruger P-90 DC in .45, never had a misfire or jam. I have used it several times to teach Combat handgun courses and Law Enforcement Courses, some say it's too bulky. It has never failed me forget lazer grips, learn REACTIVE shooting just my 2cents concerning lazers. +1 on the Laser grips. I use them to teach people to dry fire and break the trigger and not waver off target after the trigger break but they are useless in combat or competition. The XD is a fine handgun. The only thing you may want to do is have a gunsmith smooth up the trigger pull. I don't have mine anymore since my stepson took it home with him a few months back. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddhunter Posted December 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2010 (edited) Definately love my new SA XD .45 It shoots and handles like a dream. When I bring it up to target the sights are lined up and ready to shoot. I beleave I may have switched ADDICTIONS from flat shooting, yote snipeing rifles to good handleing, hard hitting pistols. Man I love shooting it. Have put about 200 rounds through it and it's barely a week old. It is now loaded with Hornady TAP loads. Well thanks for the input. You guys have once again have helped me buy something I will have and love forever. I think I just shead a tear. lol Edited December 1, 2010 by maddhunter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m gardner Posted December 1, 2010 Report Share Posted December 1, 2010 Get some reactive steel targets and the addiction will get even worse. Better yet go to a steel match and play. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyswitchback Posted December 1, 2010 Report Share Posted December 1, 2010 Well I said "I DO" to the Springfield XD .45ACP. Will be officially married next Monday. It was a little more money than the Ruger and Smith & Wesson but I liked the feal alot better. Plus for a while you can get 3 new stainless mags free. You will be very pleased with the XD, I know I was! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tecumseh Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 I have two 45's, a Colt combat commander and a Glock 36 for CC,Both are great guns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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