I have a S&W Model 1917 U.S. Army (early 1918) and a 6-1/2" Model 25-2 (1973)...both are excellent shooters, and I do use moonclips in both (2 rd, 3 rd, and 6-rd). You can't go wrong with almost any .45acp revolver for accurate and soft shooting, particularly S&Ws- either vintage or current models. However, if you're really into .45acp, how come there's no 1911 in your growing collection? I have a couple, including a nice SS S&W 1911 PD. I actually shot competition with that pistol right out of the box! Good hunting!