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Old 11-09-2009, 05:47 AM
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Any one own one of these,If so any reliability issues.
Would like to get one but a but nervous about a small
1911 like that. I don't trust gun rag reviews I think they are all bias.Writers never talk down these guns in the reviews.
Trust forum members opinions much more.
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this one
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Old 11-09-2009, 09:24 AM
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I handled one at the Shot Show last year and told my dealer to get one for me. Neither he nor any of his distributors have seen one yet. I have other SW1911s and have been extremely impressed but I'm getting real tired of waiting for S&W to actually sell what they have in their catalog and what has been on the cover of gun mags. I'm starting to carefully study competitor guns (Colt Defender, Para Slim Hawg). I would prefer to remain "loyal" to the brand but if S&W can't deliver, they may well lose a customer. If anyone from S&W does read these post, some assurances as to when these will arrive would be appreciated.
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Old 11-10-2009, 04:03 AM
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Perhaps thats why i've been having trouble finding any real reviews.I thought these were suppose to be out this summer. Maybe sw can't get them to work.
I watch Personal defense tv and tom gresham(host) has one.Seems like a decent gun for him on tv.It was probably given to him by SW to beta test.
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Old 11-10-2009, 10:03 AM
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I tried to get some info on this site myself and had one reply. I had one of the first 1911 S&W made it shot anything I put trough it but I did get a reliability package don on it. I was a little nervous about the extractor but not for any reason other than it was different than Colt. Workmanship seemed fine, but I traded in for a BHP and some extra cash, new owner likes it. Problem I have is what I really want and can't find is a Colt Commander chambered for 38 super and lose patience with S&W. If you get any other than G&A opinions pass on to me......Thanks .....GM
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Old 11-11-2009, 08:42 AM
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There was a front cover and article in American Handgunner several months ago. As you can expect, it was favorable. But still we wait............
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To date I have not seen the S&W Sub-Compact 45. I frequently visit gun stores all over the country and not one carried it.
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Old 11-13-2009, 01:39 PM
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I emailed S&W, the response I got said they hope to have them on the market within the next couple of months. I'll cross my fingers but won't hold my breath.
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Old 11-14-2009, 05:25 AM
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Add this to your wish list on buds guys. They will send you an email when they have some in stock.

Smith & Wesson 7 + 1 Round Matte Black 45 ACP/3" Barrel/Adju for Sale at Buds Gun Shop $888.00
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I guess Smith doesn't care that they are losing out to Springfield EMP series....Got to wonder. Who owns Smith these days?
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