I'm not saying this to be a smart ass, but think about the HK USP compact in .45. It's the best of both worlds... condition one ability like 1911, lightweight indestructible frame like the Glock. I have the .40 Compact, and wouldn;t trade it for anything, and I learned how to shoot on the 1911. John Browning got it right indeed, and the USP is in my opinion the logical extension of the 1911 concept. Indeed, HK comes right out and says that's what they were going for. Whatever you buy, just make sure it's the one you're most comfortable with, not what the most people recommend. I'm not recommending anything, just saying that considering your two options, I think you would do yourself a favor by checking out the HK. Just my $1/50
DanO