I'm looking at a used Stoeger 8045 F. Any opinions? Also what is the difference between the "F" and the "FT" model. Thanks for the help.

AFAIK, the T suffix indicates the gun has rail. That said, there are plenty of railed Stoegers not described with a T, but that could just be ignorance. From the Turkish Stoeger website:-

8045 SERIES

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That's it. I missed it on the website. Thanks. Anyone have any opinions on the gun itself?

The rotating barrel design DOES reduce felt recoil. I had the Beretta grandpap years ago.

I have the 8045 F, with the rail.
I like it, accurate and soft shooting. Traditional DA gives you tge usual long DA trigger pull, but the reset is short and sweet. Followup shots are easy.
A good solid handful of .45ACP.
Basically a range gun, just need a good holster.

I've owned one for about 10 years now. I think they are one of the finest full power 45ACP's to shoot due to the rotating barrel and how it absorbs recoil. I also like the decocker safety. Makes it really easy to carry a round in the chamber safely. Other than the rather thick grip I can see no drawbacks.

Stu

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I've only shot rotating barrel pistols in 9mm, but you can tell that the recoil is reduced compared to a tilting barrel pistol. One of these days I'll get my Mauser M2 in 45 ACP to the range to see how well that does with its rotating barrel.

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I've owned them in 9mm and 40. They are both soft shooting and accurate. I never had a jam or malfunction with either.
I rarely see the 45 version around here and, when I do, they are priced higher than the others, but still sell quickly.

Have one in 9mm. I like it, only wish it used 92 mags.