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I was wondering are they similar? is one more accurate out of the box? how are they different?
Originally posted by Camprunner:
I was wondering are they similar? is one more accurate out of the box? how are they different?
Originally posted by sasu:
I just went through the process of choosing between the S&W 945 and a Les Baer 1911. This is what I found out about the 945 compared to a 1911.
945 advantages:
- no delicate barrel link
- 0.25" lower bore line because there is no barrel link
- more ergonomic grip
- simpler and more reliable external extractor (not that you can say there is anything wrong with the 1911 internal extractor, either)
- better barrel bushing, by Briley
I decided to buy a 945. And then to fill a 1911 void with a SW1911DK. I am still waiting for both of these guns.
Originally posted by Sgt Preston:
Sgt Preson here. I have had both a 1911 & a PC 945. In general the typical 1911 is an assembly line built gun. The 945, on the other hand, is a Performance Center built gun, where 1 gun smith builds & "signs" each gun. My 945 is simply a better designed & built gun than my 1911. The 945 is also a more modern varient of a 1911. The 945 is a "target gun", built to considerately tighter tolerances than my 1911. Both are excellent at "defensive work". However if you want "tight groups at longer distances" & to be impressed by your own shooting, buy the 945. The Performance Center also builds a PC 1911 which I'm sure is equal to the 945. Hope this helps. Sgt Preston USMC LLA
Originally posted by PaulCG:
Originally posted by Sgt Preston:
Sgt Preson here. I have had both a 1911 & a PC 945. In general the typical 1911 is an assembly line built gun. The 945, on the other hand, is a Performance Center built gun, where 1 gun smith builds & "signs" each gun. My 945 is simply a better designed & built gun than my 1911. The 945 is also a more modern varient of a 1911. The 945 is a "target gun", built to considerately tighter tolerances than my 1911. Both are excellent at "defensive work". However if you want "tight groups at longer distances" & to be impressed by your own shooting, buy the 945. The Performance Center also builds a PC 1911 which I'm sure is equal to the 945. Hope this helps. Sgt Preston USMC LLA
I own a S&W 1911 that is currently being turned into my "Bullseye 45." Other than the trigger, it has been a great shooter straight out of the box. I recently made a mistake and purchaced a "Performance Center" revolver. (Model 327 2.5 inch .357 Mag) Due to an issue involving quality control I decided to dump the thing and cut my loss. I will never again buy into the Performance Center advertising hype and the up charge that comes with it. BTW, expect to wait longer for any repair, as it is a PC gun. Don't get me wrong, I love Smith and own several of them, but in my opinion, avoid the Performance Center, as it is a waste of money. Just my opinion.
Originally posted by sasu:
I just went through the process of choosing between the S&W 945 and a Les Baer 1911. This is what I found out about the 945 compared to a 1911.
945 advantages:
- no delicate barrel link
- 0.25" lower bore line because there is no barrel link
- more ergonomic grip
- simpler and more reliable external extractor (not that you can say there is anything wrong with the 1911 internal extractor, either)
- better barrel bushing, by Briley
Different
- grip angle three degrees more upright
Disadvantages
- proprietary magazines so you cannot use your existing supply of 1911 mags
- upright grip angle not well suited to fast shooting (but then again some people say just the opposite)
- minimal aftermarket parts available
The 945 has a strong reputation as an accurate, reliable and easy to shoot pistol.
I decided to buy a 945. And then to fill a 1911 void with a SW1911DK. I am still waiting for both of these guns.