The .45 ACP invented by John Moses Browning understood that the .38 Long Colt cartridge was a dud. This is why the .45 Automatic Colt Pistol is still the go-to weapon among many gun users.
Thinking of getting a gun? Check out these five awesome .45 ACP handguns that you need to own.
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5 Awesome .45 ACP Handguns You Must Have
1. Glock 21
The Glock 21 polymer frame got a lot of bad reviews. But this .45 ACP pistol is an underappreciated gem. Looking for an affordable sidearm that packs a devastating wallop? This is your gun. The Glock 21 has a double-stack that can carry up to thirteen rounds of ammunition. It has five times more rounds than a typical 1911.
Yet it is also lightweight. It weighs around 226 grams even when fully loaded. The Glock 21, albeit its unpopular design, is an excellent handgun. It will put a huge hole in its target but not in your wallet.
2. Springfield Armory XD45 Mod 2 Service Model
The Springfield XD45 is one of the more affordable .45 ACP pistols available today. But don't get deceived by its price tag. It's more than meets the eye. The double-action Springfield XD45 is 7.3 inches long with a four-inch steel barrel. It has a sleek yet aggressive frame contour. Equipped with an anti-accidental discharge safety grip, the XD45 is easy to operate.
It has a two-row double-stack magazine that holds up to thirteen rounds. Durable, reliable, and affordable, this .45 ACP gives you the best bang for your buck.
3. Ed Brown Executive Carry
The Commander is a weapon for officers hence its name. Its 4.25-inch short barrel makes it lighter than a regular 1911 sidearm. Collectors swore by this gun for its compact built yet immense power. Among other Commander-type pistols, the Executive Carry ranks as the best. This beauty has a single-stack magazine that carries up to eight rounds.
It has an astounding bobtail frame, contoured edges, and a matte stainless-steel finish. Equipped with advanced fiber-optic sights, The Executive Carry is a fearsome beast.
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4. Wilson Combat Tactical Carry
Watchmaker Bill Wilson created The Wilson Combat Tactical Carry. It's a weapon developed for extreme precision and accuracy. As he does in assembling small clock parts, Wilson gave extreme care in designing this weapon.
Designed to perfection, this .45 ACP sidearm built for those who are aiming for a precise kill. The Wilson Combat Tactical Carry has advanced safety features and fiber optic sights. Its one-inch shooting accuracy within twenty-five-yard range makes the Wilson super deadly.
5. Heckler & Koch HK45
The Mark 23 pistol or The Heckler & Koch HK45 is the U.S. commandos' sidearm of choice. Call it Heckler & Koch USP version 2.0. A great innovation in cartridge engineering, it makes the USP chambered-in design obsolete.
The Heckler & Koch HK45 also showcases a revolutionary thirty-percent recoil reduction system. This is a very practical feature. And so is its ambidextrous control capability that works like a charm. No doubt, this premium handgun is the Cadillac of .45 Automatic Colt Pistols.
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There are various factors to consider in choosing the right compact firearm. But in the end, it all boils down to quality and of course, your budget.
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ALL GUNS WILL KILL IN THE RIGHT HANDS WHEN NESSASARY AND THE 2OND AMENDMENT ISN’T SUPPOSED TO BE ALTERED!! LAST WORDS!!? (((SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED UPON))) ARE THERE FOR A REASON!! TO PROTECT LIFE AND PROPERTY AND SOVEREIGNTY OF THIS NATION AND THE MAJORITY CITIZEN GOVERNMENT OF THE SAME!!
Do you have something with an easy way to cock the gun?
I was a Deputy Sheriff in North East Texas for 20 years. I was in 4 fire fights. In 3 of the shoot out I had my AR-15. The 4th shooting I was checking a airplane hangar when a burglar opened fire on me. My sig 40SW saves my life. After the person got out of the hospital. This person was looking at life. Under the 3 strikes you’re out law. He had nothing to lose. He was also charged with attempted capital murder of a Peace Officer. For he received a second life in state prison. He will died in prison. This happens in 1990. He still in state custody. He will died there.
The best gun is the one that is right forhand size, the weight, the sights and the mechanics of the gun. Glock anything is best.
I, support having a gun to protect life & property only &, the 2nd amedment. There’s a lot of great guns.!Iam a gun owner. and it’s not to play with or carry to impress anyone. then there’s people who have no business even looking at a gun.
To have that many “times” more rounds you need a drum!🤡
The best handgun is the one you’re holding on to when the other guy is lying prone and not breathing.
I currently own only one; the S&W 4506. Reason? It was once supposed to be approved for duty use where the single action 1911 was not. Personally, though, I would have been happy with my old MkIV, Series 70, Colt 1911A1, but it left my collection many decades ago to make (financial) room for the duty replacement.
Love my HiPoint .45. It’s heavy which dampens recoil and makes a great club should you run out of ammo.
I have a Remington R1 1911 .45 and a Rock Island 1911.45. Both are great guns in my opinion. I have at least a thousand rounds of ammo for them both and extra clips. You should have at least a thousand rounds of ammo for each caliber handgun or rifle. Get ready to use them my fellow Americans. NO SOCIALISM IN THIS GREAT FREE COUNTRY. DON’T FORGET THIS IS THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE!!!!!
Beauty is in the eyes of the person squeezing off a round with out fear. Without fear goes with many items to fear. The one you do not want to fear is the weapon itself. Get familiar stay familiar and a bond of trust , he’ll maybe even love is formed. Me and my Smith and Wesson 10mm have had an affair lasting decades. I trust her and whats not to love.