I was raised with shotguns and hunting, no handguns. When I joined the Navy in 1978, I was exposed to handguns for the first time and fell in love with the 1911. I have shot various handguns over the years, but I have always shot better with an auto. I bought the MP45 in Sept. and not a 1911 because I could not afford the later. I have to say I love the MP.

Last week I shot a friend's SW .38 Airweight, I have to say it sucked, long heavy trigger pull, more kick than my .45 and did not feel good in my hand. Though I did hit the target, I would never carry it. By the way, my friend is in the market for MP45.