.45 for CC?

[PPKman]

Taurus PT745C, 6+1, 20.5 oz empty. Cost should not kill ya.

Have that one ... very reliable, surprisingly accurate. Love it.

[Python73]

Why are you looking to change? There is virtually no difference in the performance of top 9mm and .45 ammo.

This ^

Have you checked out the subcompact Kahr .45 caliber models?

And also this ^. You already have the gear and shooting time/training (I hope) for the CW, why not just pick up a CW45? Got mine for $400 new. Seems like a slam dunk.

[Yentl Marmelstein]

Commander-size 1911.

I carried a Para Ord P13-45 for years.

[NoMoreOp4]

I carry my xd 45 compact in the colder months. IWB holster or a custom made belly band holster.

[Warsaw Pact]

The Glock 30 is pretty awesome. Just be aware it's a double stacked mag and will be noticeably thicker than the Kahr.

I carry a G30 and really like it. However, as stated it is thick so might take some getting used to. You may want to look into the slim frame model.

Another thing- I added a scherer grip to extend it so my pinky can grip it.

[crlovel]

Depending on where I am, I carry either a 5" Springfield XD .45, or a 5" Smith and Wesson 1911. No problem concealing either of them with normal belt holsters.

[Deanimator]

I am looking to switch my carry piece from 9mm to .45. Right now I CC a Kahr CW9 in a Don Hume IWB holster. I'm not worried about staying with IWB as long as I can conceal. Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions. Of course price is an issue. I'm hoping to trade my Kahr or my RIA 1911A1 for something. Thanks.

I regularly carry a 5" Norinco M1911 IWB.

I'd stick with the RIA.

If you think it's too big, look into either one of the compact RIAs, or if you're willing to spend the money, a Springfield MicroCompact.

[mollymayhem82]

Both my boyfriend and I carry full size 1911s. I conceal, he doesn't. I don't have a problem concealing it. Neither does he, he just refuses to; he's one of those open carry weirdos.

[JesterPgh]

I carry an XD45 4" service both cc and oc. Never an issue to conceal iwb.

[Chazman321]

I carry a 6" Ruger .357, IWB and OWB, OC and CC... No problem... If you would like a .357 instead of your RIA, let me know lol Never know when you might need the extra inch!

-Chaz