USMCbassman Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 what would it be? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . And GO! I've been looking at the Para Ordnance Expert, open to suggestions though! I like, let me re-phrase that....LOVE the Sig P220 in .45; however, that's not in the budget this go round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shibiwan Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 (edited) M&P45 FS or XD45 Tactical ....or if you find a Sig P220 or P227 at that price, grab it and don't let go. The XD(M)45 competition is pretty nice but is around $800. Also try the SIG P250 FS in a .45 - you may like the DAO action. I hated it. ....and if you wanna cheap out and go 9mm/.40/.357 Sig, I highly recommend the SP2022 and its earlier brethren (SP2009/SP2340). :D Edited October 15, 2013 by shibiwan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketch Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 I've had a glock 22 for 16 years with to many rounds through it to count! No problems yet. I have held and shot a 10 mm but not a .45 price is right if looks don't count!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planeflyer21 Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 XDM 4.5 .45, XDM 5.25 Match, XD45 or XD45 Tactical, or I'd scour the gunshops/pawnshops for the higher end pistols. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shibiwan Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 (edited) I found a used P220 for $680 (IIRC) when I stumbled through the door of a gun shop in Tempe after lunch today. Edited October 15, 2013 by shibiwan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Search online retailers for the 4" XD45, calculate whatever your local FFL charges for a transfer into the price, and spend the remainder on a trigger kit from Springer Precision. The wife will be able to handle that and shoot that quite well, I'd imagine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robocop1051 Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 I was considering a G30s for some sick and demented reason. I don't own a Glock myself (The wife has a G17), and I figured a small 45 would be nice. The FNX-45 will surely be in my future. I can't argue 15+1, with a stainless slide... all in a package lighter than my P220! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 You are a slut for that FNX. I forgot... <lmao> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgecrusher Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 ^^^^ haha! I have a glock 21 and a glock 30, both have been flawless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt.Cross Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 The Para Expert is quite nice, I have one and it is my CCW and I couldn't love it more. CZ has some offerings that are pretty interesting too, you might check them out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasyEJL Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 I'm with robo, an FNX in FDE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shibiwan Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 (edited) The FNX .45 Tactical is sexy, esp in FDE ....but kinda pricey. Probably can pick up a cheap AR15 for that.... Edited October 16, 2013 by shibiwan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbasks Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 RIA tactical and 200 in ammo or accessories Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USMCbassman Posted October 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 Ho-hum....I should've known and leave it to CA! The Para Expert is not CA compliant (whatever in the freak that means!) However, the Para Elite is for 300 more! :auto: With all the suggestion of the XD's I guess I need to go and re-shoot one or two. I shot one years ago and didn't like the feel of it. I think maybe after years of carrying a Beretta M9 and now carrying a M45 CQB for work purposes I like the feel of a "full metal" gun. Shame on me, but I've never shot a Glock either...guess I should get behind one of those. How are the RIA pistols? Our exchange has them in case for a really fair price. I am by no means a gun snob; however, I am a firm believer of you get what you pay for. If things work out this winter; my boy and I will be returning to Kansas for a deer/turkey hunt at which time and still being a resident of Kansas I can get my hands on damn near anything and I will save my money to pick up something there. Thanks guys and if something else comes to mind keep it coming...gives me more resources to explore and options to choose from. A local shop has a Springfield Gov't Model with night sights for 726, I can push my budget a little bit, but anything beyond that and I think I'll be able to pick up that P220 (which I swore would be my first .45). I'll look at the 227's also! Any of you all ever use gunbroker? If so how was your experience? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbasks Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 I have a full size tactical and a GI CS. I love em. The full size eats everything and shoots very accurately. The CS does too but prefers higher powered rounds.800fps and above. The cs is my daily carry. I love my glocks but i shoot much better with my 1911s. Plus their customer service is top notch. Ive seen it living in vegas but ive personally never needed any work. Its not a les baer or a shiney colt but a pure shooter. Btw my full size shoots like a dream on my 730fps target loads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbasks Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 (edited) Prolly shoulda wiped it down first Edited October 16, 2013 by bubbasks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shibiwan Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 (edited) RIA & Citadel are good budget options. Both are made by Armscor (Philippines) and QC is hit or miss on them so look over them closely before you buy it. Be prepared to upgrade internals, but overall they are decent for the price. Their CS has a good reputation too. -S. Edited October 16, 2013 by shibiwan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planeflyer21 Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 With all the suggestion of the XD's I guess I need to go and re-shoot one or two. I shot one years ago and didn't like the feel of it. I think maybe after years of carrying a Beretta M9 and now carrying a M45 CQB for work purposes I like the feel of a "full metal" gun. Any of you all ever use gunbroker? If so how was your experience? On the .45s, the XDMs have a recontoured grip with replaceable backstraps. The original XD45 is just a pinch too big for me. If you want a full metal high(er) capacity .45, see if the Megastar is on Cali's list. I've used Gunbroker lots, maybe 75% of my current inventory is from Gunbroker. Only two negative experiences. One, a pistol where the mag would stick after firing and the guy shipped another mag...which wouldn't take full capacity. The other one, I paid for 1,000 rounds of 7.62x51 brass and dude shipped me 5.56x45. Said he was shipping out the return label that day, I got busy, it never came and the jackwad is no longer on Gunbroker. Check the sellers feedback. If they have crap negative feedback, don't buy from them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrtmasp Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 ^^^^ haha! I have a glock 21 and a glock 30, both have been flawless ^^^I wish he didn't have such good taste. One of each please. If there's a money cap I'm all about Glock...if not than it would be a Kimber. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketch Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 ^^ I guess a glock guy always has 2 I also have a g27 this is a mighty little pistol in .40 cal!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgecrusher Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 ^^ I guess a glock guy always has 2 I also have a g27 this is a mighty little pistol in .40 cal!! Actually, the wife has a g21 also. I've also owned a 19,26, and a 23 before I decided to stick with a .45 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectrascott Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 (edited) Well cost more than 700 but it is what I want. HK .45C I am not into .45s but after having a HK .40 it is going to be the next handgun I purchase. Edited October 17, 2013 by spectrascott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketch Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 Ill say curse word here but cheaper than dirt has glocks for what I bought mine 16 years ago. That hurt but that just happend!! I'm washing my mouth out;( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dane Armory Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 Ruger sr45 , 4.25 inch barrel 10 + 1 capacity about $600. At about 30 ozs feels really good in my hands. Have not shot one , just fondled one. Have shot sr9 and I like it a lot ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shibiwan Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 Here's your big chance!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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