Help me pick a new 45

Alanbdot · Aug 30, 2016

So Ive decided to try and weed down my collection a bit and primarily focus on one caliber/platform. I currently have 2 different 1911s and while I love the look and collectability, I just personally dont enjoy shooting them very much. So I am going to sell both of my 45 1911's in favor of a single 45 to take their place, which I fully intend to be my one and only 45 handgun. There are a couple of things I really like and want in a gun

1. Full size. I will never use this for CCW as I prefer my G19 for that. This could very easily turn into a nightstand gun though and for that, I prefer full size.

2. High capacity. I would like ideally 12+1 or better

3. Pre Milled for a MRDS. I really like red dots on pistols, especially on a fun gun/range toy

4. Factory threaded barrel. I dont currently have a suppressor but I would very much like to get one in the future for primary this 45 and a 300 Blackout I have.

Am I missing anything other than FNX45 Tactical, USP Tactical, and the new Sig P227RX? Let me know pros and cons and your experiences with anything that fits this criteria.

P.S. if anyone has a gun that mostly or fully fits my criteria and would be willing to meet at a local range to let me try it out, that would greatly be appreciated as well. I have a few toys I could bring along as well.

Thanks

WSM · Aug 30, 2016

Alanbdot said:
So Ive decided to try and weed down my collection a bit and primarily focus on one caliber/platform. I currently have 2 different 1911s and while I love the look and collectability, I just personally dont enjoy shooting them very much. So I am going to sell both of my 45 1911's in favor of a single 45 to take their place, which I fully intend to be my one and only 45 handgun. There are a couple of things I really like and want in a gun

1. Full size. I will never use this for CCW as I prefer my G19 for that. This could very easily turn into a nightstand gun though and for that, I prefer full size.

2. High capacity. I would like ideally 12+1 or better

3. Pre Milled for a MRDS. I really like red dots on pistols, especially on a fun gun/range toy

4. Factory threaded barrel. I dont currently have a suppressor but I would very much like to get one in the future for primary this 45 and a 300 Blackout I have.

Am I missing anything other than FNX45 Tactical, USP Tactical, and the new Sig P227RX? Let me know pros and cons and your experiences with anything that fits this criteria.

P.S. if anyone has a gun that mostly or fully fits my criteria and would be willing to meet at a local range to let me try it out, that would greatly be appreciated as well. I have a few toys I could bring along as well.

Thanks

You pretty much listed the spec sheet for the FN. Your requirements pretty much limit you to the 3 guns you listed.

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LimaVictor · Aug 30, 2016

Glock 41 MOS. Practical tactical...

alucard0822 · Aug 30, 2016

LimaVictor said:
Glock 41 MOS. Practical tactical...

or even a 21MOS, commonality with the CCW, and even after the added cost of a threaded barrel it's still cheaper than the others.

OrbitalEllipses · Aug 30, 2016

Doesn't meet most of your criteria, but you should buy my USP45 Expert.

pbharvey · Aug 30, 2016

My standard full size USP is one of the best shooting guns I own

Blaster229 · Aug 30, 2016

pbharvey said:
My standard full size USP is one of the best shooting guns I own

I'll venture to say it is the best you own.
The MK23 is the most accurate I have ever fired, next to my HK45 compact.

HKs and .45 just go together perfectly.

shooter682 · Aug 30, 2016

I have a FNX 45 Tactical has all the above also suppressor Tritium sights, come with 3 15 round magazines in America so buy out of state get the magazines then have it transfered to your local FFL. It is my favorite shooting pistol that I have. It also comes in a great case that has the adapter plates, magazines, small and large grip pieces, and space for your suppressor.

Shoobedoo · Aug 30, 2016

alucard0822 said:
or even a 21MOS, commonality with the CCW, and even after the added cost of a threaded barrel it's still cheaper than the others.

This. ^ ^ ^ ^

A Lone Wolf threaded barrel is only about $100.

Add a 10mm conversion barrel and some mags and you've got 2 guns in one if you wanted to.

Dave · Aug 30, 2016

i love my HK45, so I would vote for the USP.

Alanbdot · Aug 30, 2016

The FNX Tactical is the one that most has my eye right now. Does anyone in the central MD area have one I could shoot? Id pay for range time and ammo for both of us.

Dave · Aug 30, 2016

have you held one yet? My fiance has a FNS-9 and I'm not really a fan of the grip. YMMV

Alanbdot · Aug 30, 2016

I fondled an FNS about 3 years ago. I dont remember hating it haha

GoldGunsGirls · Aug 30, 2016

FNX 45 is the way to go. Way more versatile than the Glock. You can keep it in SA cocked and locked, or decock to DA. Same capacity (15+1). And it's not a boring Glock, so that's a nice bonus. I have one which I would happpily let you shoot, but I'm currently in CO, not MD. I'm moving back in October to the Silver Spring/Bowie area and you would be welcome to try it then.

Side note: IMO, the Tactical isn't really worth the cost because you can upgrade a regular FNX for far less than the cost of buying the Tactical. You can buy the FNX new for about $700, then spend $100 on milling the slide, $150 on a barrel, and $75 on the suppressor sights and you're in business... with about $400 still left in your pocket. And not to mention, then you have multiples of all your parts (2 barrels, 2 sets of sights) as an added bonus. The only thing you don't get is the cool FNX Tactical nylon case... but I don't know anyone who actually carries that case - you always wind up needing a much bigger range bag anyway.

redeemed.man · Aug 30, 2016

I would go (and did) Glock 21 all day long. Nothing is more reliable (yes reliable can be boring) and better supported with accessories and versatility than a Glock. As pointed out previously caliber conversion is easy, trigger pull is consistent shot after shot, and operating system identical to all other Glocks.

Riley26 · Aug 30, 2016

Something a little different PPQ

scribe556 · Aug 30, 2016

pbharvey said:
My standard full size USP is one of the best shooting guns I own

+1. I'm going the same thing but looking for a tactical model for the extra o-ring, TB, and the match trigger in it.

Racer Doug14 · Aug 30, 2016

Check with continental in cockeysville. They may have a rental. I think Duffy's may have a FNX tactical in stock.

dreadpirate · Aug 30, 2016

Glock 21

dreadpirate · Aug 30, 2016

Or the FNX if you want something more upscale. For the money though, I think the Glock 21 is outstanding.

[EDIT] or the Glock MOS

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