Looking for a high-capacity 45ACP

[john2685]

I'm considering the purchase of a high-capacity 45acp pistol and I'm leaning toward a Springfield Armory XDm 4.5". Don't care for the plain sights on the 5" model; I like the 3-dot system on the 4.5" better. This will not be used for competition; strictly home defense. Any thoughts?

[625]

Not sure what info you are looking for. Have you shot an XDm? If not, go to a range and rent one. While you are there, shoot a Glock 21. FN makes a "high capacity" .45 as well (FNP), but the aftermarket parts support is weak, and the mags are expensive. Plus, it's DA/SA and that action isn't for everyone.
I prefer the G21. Good luck!

[father-of-five]

A glock 30 may not be high capacity, but extra G21 mags sure do help!

[john2685]

Not sure what info you are looking for. Have you shot an XDm? If not, go to a range and rent one. While you are there, shoot a Glock 21. FN makes a "high capacity" .45 as well (FNP), but the aftermarket parts support is weak, and the mags are expensive. Plus, it's DA/SA and that action isn't for everyone.
I prefer the G21. Good luck!

What I'm looking for is anyone's opinion, up or down, on the XDm, or recommendations for an alternate pistol that compares with it. I already have an XDs 9mm and I'm pleased with it and accustomed to the controls. I've handled the XDm at the local Field & Stream store in Cranberry township and liked the feel, but haven't fired one yet. Frankly, I haven't fired a 45 since my service days, and that was a loooong time ago. But I'm ready to go to one now.

[philadelphia patriot]

I'm going to define "high-capacity" as more than 10 rounds.

Check out:

1) Glock 21/21SF
2) EAA K2
3) FN FNX-45
4) Master Piece MPA10T
5) Springfield XD
6) Springfield XDM
7) HK USP .45acp

If you want more than 8 rounds (but 10 or less) then check out:

1) S&W M&P 45
2) Ruger SR45
3) 1911 .45acp w/ 10 round mags (see Chip McCormick)
4) Glock 30/30SF/30S
5) EAA Full Sized Witness (steel frame)
6) EAA Full Sized Witness (Polymer Frame)
7) Sig P227
8) Various HK .45acp pistols

I attached links to pistols that are not often talked about.

[RockIsland]

What I'm looking for is anyone's opinion, up or down, on the XDm, or recommendations for an alternate pistol that compares with it. I already have an XDs 9mm and I'm pleased with it and accustomed to the controls. I've handled the XDm at the local Field & Stream store in Cranberry township and liked the feel, but haven't fired one yet. Frankly, I haven't fired a 45 since my service days, and that was a loooong time ago. But I'm ready to go to one now.

I have an XDM 40 and I like it a lot. Shoots great and feels great in my hand too.

I also have a SAR K2. It's a CZ75 copy in .45ACP. Kinda on the larger side and heavy, but same ergonomics as a CZ and it's a friggin tack driver. All steel with a 14 round mag. You can buffalo whip the bad guys with it too if you run out of ammo. You can still find them for under $500 if you shop around. It's one of my favorites.

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...ducts_id/76461

The newer ones don't have the billboard sized rollmark on the slide like the one on Buds does.

[mpyingling22]

Para double stack 1911
CZ97
Ruger SR45

[IronButt]

If you're familiar with the XDm in 9mm then one in .45 would be a good choice, unless of course, you want something different. If that's the case, look at the G21. I've used one quite a bit with a TLR 1 attached & always liked it.

[normanvin]

I'm considering the purchase of a high-capacity 45acp pistol and I'm leaning toward a Springfield Armory XDm 4.5". Don't care for the plain sights on the 5" model; I like the 3-dot system on the 4.5" better. This will not be used for competition; strictly home defense. Any thoughts?

Two choices Double stack or extended single stack. You need to decide what fits your hand best. You can have a 20 round double stack mag and can not hit anything. But with a ten round single stack hit consistently.

Sights can be changed. Figure out what fits your hand best. Learn how to drop a mag and insert a new one. If you need to shoot at an intruder in your home 20 times you may not be a gun guy.

[Deleted]

Have any of you shot the P227 yet... not exactly "Hi-Cap" with a 10 round mag vs. the 8 round in the P220. Just curious since it hasn't been mentioned yet.