PC .45 CQB...got my Grail gun!

[N-frame Smith]

After almost 10 years of looking for one, I finally got my hands on an all black 4563 Performance Center .45 CQB. I had seen a few all silver and 2-tone guns come up, but I held out for the one I wanted and finally got it. The best part is that I already had holsters for it, from when I had a 4566 years ago. I swapped the straight grip out for the rounded version, which I prefer.

The gun shoots great, as I expected, and it's now my favorite carry gun.

 

[hoytx10]

Congratulations! Enjoy your pistol, I'm sure it's been well worth the wait.

 

[Dparker]

After almost 10 years of looking for one, I finally got my hands on an all black 4563 Performance Center .45 CQB. I had seen a few all silver and 2-tone guns come up, but I held out for the one I wanted and finally got it. The best part is that I already had holsters for it, from when I had a 4566 years ago. I swapped the straight grip out for the rounded version, which I prefer.

The gun shoots great, as I expected, and it's now my favorite carry gun.

N-Frame congratulations!!! I purchased a black 4563 CQB a month or so ago! I have the 2 tone and the black...now searching for the all stainless one!

Cheers!!!
David

 

[4T5GUY]

After almost 10 years of looking for one, I finally got my hands on an all black 4563 Performance Center .45 CQB.

It's happy times when something you wanted is finally realized. I understand cause I waited over 15 yrs before I got mine. I wanted a two tone in excellent condition w/everything for a reasonably low price. I suppose I'm more patient, (OK cheap,) than some but it can work out.

To me the "Commander" size is perfect and the 4563's are durably light, amazing examples. I like my 4566, (not CQB,) but these PC's are superior. I wonder why a S&W "Close Quarter Battle" didn't originally have night sights though.(?) Even the 4567's had them. They'd most likely be dead by now but at least there's the option for re-lamping.

I'm glad you finally got the one you wanted. Plus it's in such fine condition.

Jim

 

[cherrypointmarine]

That's one of the few PC models I don't own .I've never lusted after one like most of my other models . My 45Recon fits the bill for a smaller 45 , or my Shorty45 .Maybe one day I'll find one of those "must haves" but until then I'll keep coming here and admire the ones y'all own .

 

[N-frame Smith]

To me the "Commander" size is perfect and the 4563's are durably light, amazing examples. I like my 4566, (not CQB,) but these PC's are superior. I wonder why a S&W "Close Quarter Battle" didn't originally have night sights though.(?) Even the 4567's had them. They'd most likely be dead by now but at least there's the option for re-lamping.

Yes, that's a minor hiccup. I contacted Novak hoping to get night sights that would maintain the original look but they no longer have any for the 3rd Gen .45's. I can get Trijicons and they should be fine.

 

[BAM-BAM]

Had one for awhile back in the 90s...... couldn't carry a gun with a Billboard of ".45 C.Q.B."........ looked stupid and sent the wrong message!


Could have lived with a CQBxxxx serial number like on my IDPA 5906... DPA00xx

 

[Rock185]

N-frame, You got a fine pistol. I've had mine for 20 years or so now, carried it on duty for a few years, etc. Never a malfunction of any kind. Also had the all stainless.

 

[DUSTYDOGDAN]

Very nice pistol and it's great to see the our beloved 3RD Gen Auto's getting called out in the Weekly Update!

 

[brosky]

One of the next ones on my list. Congratulations, it's a beauty!

 

[HOUSTON RICK]

May it serve you well.

 

[67ray]

What was the one around the same vintage that had the longer barrel with compensator slots? I liked that one.

 

[4T5GUY]

What was the one around the same vintage that had the longer barrel with compensator slots? I liked that one.

In .45 it was the Recon. The original owner put the adjustable rear sight on this one but I have the original. This one is "black" but they were also stainless which I kinda wish mine was.

Jim

 

[WildBillWJW]

I must confess that I know nothing about S&W 45xx semi auto handguns. How do these compare to, say, a Sig P220? They look like well balanced designed 45's.
Bill

 

[N-frame Smith]

I must confess that I know nothing about S&W 45xx semi auto handguns. How do these compare to, say, a Sig P220? They look like well balanced designed 45's.
Bill

They compare very well quality-wise but most of the S&W 45's had steel frames and were heavy to carry. This particular model has an alloy frame like a P220, which I also have, but with the Performance Center accuracy improvements and hand fitting. It's a winner!

 

[Heymatt]

N-Frame congratulations!!! I purchased a black 4563 CQB a month or so ago! I have the 2 tone and the black...now searching for the all stainless one!

Cheers!!!
David

I thought you had the stainless one locked down!

 

[Dparker]

I thought you had the stainless one locked down!

HeyMatt

Geezzz.....I stopped bidding after $3000...I think it ended up at $3092.00. Hopefully another one will surface!

Cheers!!!
David

 

[Hoosierville IRN]

N-Frame: I've never seen a Smith CQB before...heck, didn't even know it existed. I can see why it's a grail gun. Congrats!

 

[M29since14]

That's a very nice specimen. Congratulations on holding out for what you really wanted and finally finding one. Our late forum friend 18DAI is smiling, I'm sure.

 

[Jeppo]

That's a very nice specimen. Congratulations on holding out for what you really wanted and finally finding one. Our late forum friend 18DAI is smiling, I'm sure.

For sure it was one of his favorites. RIP my friend.