Best Non-1911 45 Acp Pistol

[Fishslayer]

Best for what?

 

[Rockets]

I really like my 30sf

 

[Ivan the Butcher]

For CCW a Star P.D. was a great gun(so good try find one), and the 220 Sig family is wonderful-I've carried full size and own a 245. For rough duty 45 wheele gun; 1937 contract 1917 with the lanyard!

 

[brucev]

This one ought to get some folks talking . What is the best non-1911 45 acp pistol and why?

Pistol? Sig P-220. Revolver? S&W 625-2.

 

[Finest Firearms]

Best non 1911 45

Glock 21 sf or G4, Or the one and only IWI BABY DESERT EAGLE 45. Both guns bad to the bone. IMHO.

 

[7tenz]

The reason I picked the Sig 220 for my nitestand is because it's the only gun nobody seems to disagree it is first rate. Haven't fired it much, but from the experience I've had so far with my 226 9mm I'll sure trust it as long as the ammo does it's part.

Both guns have the internal extractor and breechblock.

 

[Dave_n]

SW 625, though my 4506 and two 745s are all in the same camp. Dave_n

 

[Beauetienne]

I also prefer the P220 to all other 45 pistols I've shot.

 

[sixgunnr]

Amen. I love my '17. Also like my (forgive me) Glock 30

 

[LTC]

I'll go with MLK18 and say my 4506-1. Nothing not to likw about it.

LTC

 

[Texas Star]

I have to lean toward the SIG- P-220 (which fits my hand) and the USP (which doesn't, too well.)

 

[nipster]

I have a S&W 645 and really like it. Also an older alloy SIG P220 as well. Like them both, also plan on getting a S&W 4501 or 4501-1 at some point too.

 

[DGT]

For me, it's gotta be the Model 1955. This one shipped in 1955.

 

[Earnest P]

Another vote for Sig Sauer. This P245 never fails to function and is accurate. But the wood grips are like lipstick on a pig. Resides in my nightstand.

 

[Bat Guano]

I'm pretty committed to the 1911 and don't stray too far. Picked up a Kahr CW45 six months ago and hopefully have the gremlins exterminated. I view it as a work in progress; I don't altogether trust it yet with about 275 rounds through it. Too bad as it is incredibly quick and accurate for a featherweight shorty.

Have a Vaquero in 45 Colt that I wouldn't mind getting a .45 ACP cylinder for, and a .45 convertible Ruger that is one great shooter.

 

[Kanewpadle]

As I posted earlier, this gun is awesome as a plinker or home defense. Most have never seen nor heard of this gun. But I guarantee, if you shoot one, you WILL want one!

Excellent SA trigger. 10 round mag. Adjustable trigger.

Open the attachment and see!

 

[mc5aw]

My SIG 220 with night sights is no hot rod gun, but it will outshoot any comparable 1911 that I could put up against it. I have S&W wheelgun blood running through my veins, but the 220 and pair of 228s are three of the finest pistols I have ever owned. They are virtually indestructible. As a matter of fact, the 228s made it through two Thunder Ranch week-long classes without a single stumble ... that's 3,000 + rounds fired flawlessly. The 220 is considerably more reliable than a 1911 as well (I'm talking stock, in the same price range), so I'd keep it over a 1911 if need be.

 

[627 city hunter]

Really been thinking about an FN 45.

It is what I believe the future of semi-autos for military may be.

 

[BubbaBlades]

Most of the shooters that I know are not familiar with the S&W 945. In my experience, it out shoots (for accuracy) any of my Colt, Kimber or other <$2,000 1911 automatics.

Mark

 

[18DAI]

Yet another vote for the 4506-1.

Bet your life reliable, tack driving accurate and looks good doing all that.

I've no use for the 1911 in general. I own two 4506-1's. Regards 18DAI