Good Cheap Non 1911 45 ACP

[JWAS]

my recommendations...
1. CZ 97b (or bd) [if you can find one]
2. used USP 45
3. used Sig 220

 

[KG1]

I went with a Ruger SR45 as my non 1911 full size for about 4 bills. 10+1 rds of .45 acp and weighs the same as an 1911 empty. Not to shabby.

Does'nt fit the compact model category though. I have an XDs to fill that role.

 

[led4thehed2]

If you're okay with polymer-framed pistols, the Springfield Armory XD 45 has really impressed me in the 15 months I've owned one. I have short fingers and small hands but I find the grip natural and comfortable, and recoil is very manageable. Very accurate, nice trigger, easy to shoot. I have not found one thing that I strongly dislike about the pistol. Maybe a big larger or heavier than some would want to carry, but a reliable pistol that I've had a pleasure owning and shooting.

I got mine for $480 from Indy Trading Post.

 

[Trigger Time]

S&W MP45

This!

 

[NHT3]

M&P compact or G-30 would be my choice given the parameters. Don't hesitate to get a used one if you can find one, you will never wear either of the out.

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[palerider0485]

get a used kimber of colt. then put 400 dollars into it, buy a new one and have to do the same thing...

 

[Hoosier45]

M&P45c

I just picked one up for under $500 and I have been really happy with it.

 

[flhultra]

fnx45 goes with me the 3 1911's stay at home.
hard to beat 16 rounds in your palm .

 

[Mgderf]

A steel framed Tanfaglio Witness would fit your bill just fine, and probably leave a little change for ammo.

The Witness is a decent CZ75 clone.

 

[UK2K]

Beretta Px4 45...Anybody, got mine for around $550 at Bradis

 

[Leo]

I used to carry a FireStorm .45 (compact size pistol made by Bersa) It was surprisingly accurate and never malfunctioned. It was plain black finish but I had no problems with function. My preference is for metal firearms.

 

[Hexa-Tula]

I would definitely look into the FNX-45. You might be able to find one used around $500-$600. Comfortable, nice trigger, and high capacity for a .45. That's my recommendation.

 

[beachhead40]

XD or XDm. or new XDs that has beenfixed

 

[seedubs1]

For around $600:

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[Bang-bang]

Well Like most folks said, The Sig P-220 or the Glock 36. But It's really how you like the feeel in YOUR HAND! I do like both and have both, you may try them both, Just drive North to Indy sometime.

 

[sun]

I have the full size stainless S&W 4566TSW with a 4.25" barrel.
But there's also the stainless S&W compact Models 4516 & 457S which have 3.75" barrels.

 

[Rockhopper]

Love my Glock 30sf.

 

[bstewrat3]

Kahr CW45

 

[darinb]

Id get a SR45 or Glock 21