Thinking of a Subcompact .45

[breakinparts]

I've been meaning to get a new subcompact/compact .45 for awhile. I really like the Sigs... Does anyone have any recommendations on what to look at? I have rather large hands, and the p220 compact was the only compact that would fit correctly. The glock 30 was a joke.

 

[robbran144]

sounds like you dont like glocks but i like my g36 with pearce +1 clip extensions,feels good in my hand

 

[breakinparts]

I'm not against glock. I don't mind their trigger mechanism or anything. I will have to check that one out. I am really trying to find ones to "feel" out when I go shopping.

 

[doglb]

+1 on the Glock 36-its a good shooter!
I carry the Colt New Agent, 1911 platform-Love it!

 

[TopDog]

I'm looking to pick up a Kahr P45 or PM45. Have never shot one but 1st hand conversations have all been positive. I did some research on the net and came with about equal negative and positive. I will post range range reports if I buy one.

 

[Hoosier8]

I will also back up the G36. It feels and shoots surprisingly well for what you would think would be a snappy little gun because of the weight. I just don't like those dang finger grooves. My fingers are bigger than the grooves. I do like the magazine extension though.

I have not tried the Bersa 45 UC.

 

[bblicharski]

there are a few 1911 framed .45 sub compacts out there. Cant go wrong with a glock IMO.

 

[breakinparts]

So are the p220 compacts not all that great?

 

[jacobswell]

I also have large hands but like the compacts. I have two compacts that I carry, 1st is a SA micro operator 3", using the bump pad on the mag as a finger rest. 2nd is a USPc 45, fits my hand great and as long as i'm not to fat that day it's not very hard to hide.

 

[wtfd661]

Co-worker bought a Kahr CW45, fit my large mitts pretty well. He got it for under $500 from 21st Century. They are not as decorative as the PM45's but the function is the same.

 

[tradertator]

I've carried my kimber tactical ultra II for the last 6 years, and I'm in love with it. Much lighter than most 1911's, and dead on accurate.

 

[r3126]

Sig makes both a full size 1911 and a Commander size. Both are a bit pricey but I have been unable to beat the Sig for feel and "shootability" out of the box.

 

[kingnereli]

+1 on the Glock 36-its a good shooter!
I carry the Colt New Agent, 1911 platform-Love it!

How do you like the New Agent? That one is on my short list but I want to shoot one before I buy. If I feel like the trench sight is usable enough it will definitely come home with me.

 

[XDs4me]

I love my XD45 compact

 

[U.S. Patriot]

Also look at the Springfield Xd .45 compact, and I think m&p makes one but do not quote me on that.

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

It all depends on how you're defining compact!!

There are plenty of folks that make a 3" barreled 1911 in .45ACP.

Also plenty of folks that make a compact version of their other firearms, like the XD or M&P.

Now if you wish to verge upon sub-compact, then you might want to take a look at the Kahr P-45 or CW-45. Or even the PM-45.

I've fired a P-45 before... So, essentially that means I've fired a CW-45 too. I didn't like it. I think the frames are just too light weight and thin to make it comfortable. Of course, they're not meant to be comfortable all-day-long range guns...

I'd not really want to shoot a PM-45 on anything resembling a regular basis. I'd shoot it to say I shot one, though.

How much do you wish to spend on this pistol? That's going to be a deciding factor for sure!

-J-

 

[breakinparts]

It all depends on how you're defining compact!!

There are plenty of folks that make a 3" barreled 1911 in .45ACP.

Also plenty of folks that make a compact version of their other firearms, like the XD or M&P.

Now if you wish to verge upon sub-compact, then you might want to take a look at the Kahr P-45 or CW-45. Or even the PM-45.

I've fired a P-45 before... So, essentially that means I've fired a CW-45 too. I didn't like it. I think the frames are just too light weight and thin to make it comfortable. Of course, they're not meant to be comfortable all-day-long range guns...

I'd not really want to shoot a PM-45 on anything resembling a regular basis. I'd shoot it to say I shot one, though.

How much do you wish to spend on this pistol? That's going to be a deciding factor for sure!

-J-

Anywhere from 400-1k... I only want one so I am not afraid to spend good money for the right one.

 

[breakinparts]

Anyone know of a place south of indy that I could look at a g36?

 

[mammynun]

I'm looking to pick up a Kahr P45 or PM45. Have never shot one but 1st hand conversations have all been positive. I did some research on the net and came with about equal negative and positive. I will post range range reports if I buy one.

I love my PM45! Stick it in a Crossbreed (or probably a kholster) and it disappears. I love my Sig P220 Compact too, but it doesn't carry as comfortably as my PM45 for me.

 

[mammynun]

I'd not really want to shoot a PM-45 on anything resembling a regular basis. I'd shoot it to say I shot one, though.

I had concerns about recoil, but the sharp checkering on the grip was y more unpleasent! A Hogue Handall Junior solved that issue.

The recoil with standard pressure rounds isn't bad at all; thow some +P's in and you can definitely tell the difference. I don't like +P's generally, so it's not an issue for me. Can I get back on target faster with a 1911 or P220? Sure, but the PM45 is King For Comfort, and if comfort didn't matter I'd carry an HK45.