Every time I sign on I get a message to participate by asking a question, so here I go.
Was considering getting a .45 acp for carry and leaning toward a 1911. However, after shooting my 4506 (love it but a little large for carry), I just could not justify buying an expensive 1911 when used S&W 3rd Generations can be obtained at very reasonable prices.
Question is which one - 4566 or 4516? With the 4566 I can use my 4506 mags but the 4566 may still be too large for easy carry. The 4516 is smaller but I have concerns about the barrel being too short to develop sufficient velocity with standard 230gr loads. Has anyone chronoed their 4516 or similar size?
Finally, are the alloy framed versions of the two good or should I go with the steel frame?
Thanks,
Was considering getting a .45 acp for carry and leaning toward a 1911. However, after shooting my 4506 (love it but a little large for carry), I just could not justify buying an expensive 1911 when used S&W 3rd Generations can be obtained at very reasonable prices.
Question is which one - 4566 or 4516? With the 4566 I can use my 4506 mags but the 4566 may still be too large for easy carry. The 4516 is smaller but I have concerns about the barrel being too short to develop sufficient velocity with standard 230gr loads. Has anyone chronoed their 4516 or similar size?
Finally, are the alloy framed versions of the two good or should I go with the steel frame?
Thanks,