Good compact 45's

Jdougg92 · March 4, 2015, 02:34 PM

I'm in the market looking for a compact or subcompact handgun chambered in 45acp.
I'm only interested in DA/SA pistols, no G30/36, XD's, or 1911s (unless there are double single models I'd be very interested)
Also preferably priced no more than 850/900.

cslinger · March 4, 2015, 02:39 PM

Well you have the hk45c, SIG P220 compact/P245, and and and I am drawing blank.

If you go used there are a fair number of 3rd gen Smiths that meet that requirement CS45 comes to mind.

TunnelRat · March 4, 2015, 03:25 PM

HK45c. That's all I have to say about that.

Whirlwind06 · March 4, 2015, 03:36 PM

Ruger P345 and EAA witness come to mind.

gbc123 · March 4, 2015, 03:44 PM

If you can handle the da trigger pull p250c or sc. Otherwise p320carry, or compact. Comes in 4 sizes. A traditional cc weapons would have to be that p245.
Star(Indian made) has some options too

tuckerdog1 · March 4, 2015, 04:35 PM

Can't say I can recommend it just yet. Just bought it & haven't had a chance to get to the range. But it may meet your criteria. Taurus PT945. Supposed to mirror a 1911 commander in dimentions. SA/DA & breaks down just like a PT92 ( which I also just bought at the same time ). There is one for sale on Gunbroker, currently at $280. But there is 5 days left & 9 bids. So it will likely go up.

Here's a pic of mine & the PT92.

Tuckerdog1

lifesizepotato · March 4, 2015, 08:05 PM

USP Compact. Then put a match trigger in it.

Ed4032 · March 4, 2015, 08:34 PM

Smith and Wesson 4516.

michael t · March 6, 2015, 12:20 AM

Bersa 45 uc Nice carry . I like the 9 a little better. at 13+1 in free America commie states 10+1

oldandslow · March 6, 2015, 05:17 AM

Hammer fired, SA/DA trigger in .45acp?

I have a number that work well- Sig p245 (same as present 220 compact), SW 4516, SW 457, SW 4513tsw, Beretta 8045 minicougar, HK-UPS-compact (terrible DA trigger). I bought all mine used for between $450-550. Good luck.

best wishes- oldandslow

Bentonville · March 6, 2015, 07:08 AM

If you don't try the hk45c then you won't know about the best!

Live Free · March 6, 2015, 07:30 PM

With your budget you can get a really good 1911 in a commanders or officers sized 1911. If it was my choice with that budget I would purchase a Colt Defender or a Springfield Range officer compact.

It was stated (supposedly by J browning) that the 4.25 inch barrel was the only reliable 1911 if it isn't the original full size, I'm not qualified to argue this point but Colt is getting great reviews for their small defender.

I test drove the Springfield XDs a while back and did not like the .45 acp in this model at all. I was carrying the subcompact XD40 at the time and was wanting to switch to the .45. I anticipated to really love the XDs and was surprised that was not the case.

I suggest finding a range that has rentals and try some. You may find what works best for you that way.

Good luck with your decision.

Edit: After re-reading your post I see you DIS-qualified the XDs and 1911s as you weren't interested in Single action. Np lead feel free to disregard my opinion in this matter.

Kosmo K · March 6, 2015, 09:56 PM

I will jump on the S&W 3rd gen bandwagon as well. Several to choose from, probably a TSW Variant in their as well. Nicer than the sig for less $$$.

SW40F · March 8, 2015, 10:39 AM

Although I have never owned either, from cruising the internet and reading a lot I'll add my $0.02 for the S&W's CS45 Chief's Special and its plainer cousin the Model 457 to your research list. I read only Good Things about these.

March 4, 2015, 02:34 PM	#1
Jdougg92 Member Join Date: June 25, 2014 Posts: 42	Good compact 45's I'm in the market looking for a compact or subcompact handgun chambered in 45acp. I'm only interested in DA/SA pistols, no G30/36, XD's, or 1911s (unless there are double single models I'd be very interested) Also preferably priced no more than 850/900.

March 4, 2015, 02:39 PM	#2
cslinger Senior Member Join Date: July 14, 2002 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 2,045	Well you have the hk45c, SIG P220 compact/P245, and and and I am drawing blank. If you go used there are a fair number of 3rd gen Smiths that meet that requirement CS45 comes to mind. __________________ "Is there anyway I can write my local gun store off on my taxes as dependents?"

March 4, 2015, 03:25 PM	#3
TunnelRat Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2011 Posts: 12,212	HK45c. That's all I have to say about that. __________________ Know the status of your weapon Keep your muzzle oriented so that no one will be hurt if the firearm discharges Keep your finger off the trigger until you have an adequate sight picture Maintain situational awareness

March 4, 2015, 08:34 PM	#8
Ed4032 Senior Member Join Date: January 13, 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 306	Smith and Wesson 4516. __________________ Gun control is like stopping drunk driving by making it harder for sober people to drive.

March 6, 2015, 12:20 AM	#9
michael t Senior Member Join Date: May 17, 2004 Location: Out back Ky Posts: 4,044	Bersa 45 uc Nice carry . I like the 9 a little better. at 13+1 in free America commie states 10+1 __________________ Certified Armed Infidel Colt Defender ,Colt Mustang ,Dan Wesson CBOB, PPK/S, American Classic 1911,Bersa Thunder 380 http://bersachat.comHome of Bersa http://www.metroarms1911forum.com

March 4, 2015, 03:36 PM	#4
Whirlwind06 Senior Member Join Date: March 3, 2006 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 998	Ruger P345 and EAA witness come to mind.

March 4, 2015, 03:44 PM	#5
gbc123 Member Join Date: February 13, 2015 Posts: 86	If you can handle the da trigger pull p250c or sc. Otherwise p320carry, or compact. Comes in 4 sizes. A traditional cc weapons would have to be that p245. Star(Indian made) has some options too

March 4, 2015, 08:05 PM	#7
lifesizepotato Senior Member Join Date: January 2, 2011 Posts: 210	USP Compact. Then put a match trigger in it.

March 6, 2015, 05:17 AM	#10
oldandslow Senior Member Join Date: October 2, 2007 Posts: 641	Hammer fired, SA/DA trigger in .45acp? I have a number that work well- Sig p245 (same as present 220 compact), SW 4516, SW 457, SW 4513tsw, Beretta 8045 minicougar, HK-UPS-compact (terrible DA trigger). I bought all mine used for between $450-550. Good luck. best wishes- oldandslow

March 6, 2015, 07:08 AM	#11
Bentonville Senior Member Join Date: November 11, 2002 Location: NC Posts: 345	If you don't try the hk45c then you won't know about the best!

March 6, 2015, 07:30 PM	#12
Live Free Member Join Date: February 10, 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 91	Commander or Officers sized 1911 With your budget you can get a really good 1911 in a commanders or officers sized 1911. If it was my choice with that budget I would purchase a Colt Defender or a Springfield Range officer compact. It was stated (supposedly by J browning) that the 4.25 inch barrel was the only reliable 1911 if it isn't the original full size, I'm not qualified to argue this point but Colt is getting great reviews for their small defender. I test drove the Springfield XDs a while back and did not like the .45 acp in this model at all. I was carrying the subcompact XD40 at the time and was wanting to switch to the .45. I anticipated to really love the XDs and was surprised that was not the case. I suggest finding a range that has rentals and try some. You may find what works best for you that way. Good luck with your decision. Edit: After re-reading your post I see you DIS-qualified the XDs and 1911s as you weren't interested in Single action. Np lead feel free to disregard my opinion in this matter. __________________ -Be Free Last edited by Live Free; March 6, 2015 at 07:33 PM. Reason: Re-read original post.

March 6, 2015, 09:56 PM	#13
Kosmo K Member Join Date: December 16, 2014 Posts: 64	I will jump on the S&W 3rd gen bandwagon as well. Several to choose from, probably a TSW Variant in their as well. Nicer than the sig for less $$$.

March 8, 2015, 10:39 AM	#14
SW40F Senior Member Join Date: June 19, 2001 Location: Western MI Posts: 563	Although I have never owned either, from cruising the internet and reading a lot I'll add my $0.02 for the S&W's CS45 Chief's Special and its plainer cousin the Model 457 to your research list. I read only Good Things about these.