Subcombact .45s
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python1340
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I don't think the USPc or SIG P-245 are all that small.
Springfield Micro Compact
Micro Compact Details
The few range reports I have heard claim it to be accurate and reliable.
I've got the plain old Compact model myself which runs a half inch longer (3.5"bbl) and that does 2" groups.
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Micro Compact Details
The few range reports I have heard claim it to be accurate and reliable.
I've got the plain old Compact model myself which runs a half inch longer (3.5"bbl) and that does 2" groups.
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In my opinion, the best of the lot is the Springfield Micro Compact. Mine has been totally reliable and very accurate. It's a little pricy, but the quality can't be beat. I also like the Glock 23, but the Springfield is smaller. I expected that the recoil would be pretty strong from such a small .45 caliber pistol, but the recoil spring is designed to take up much of it. Actually, the recoil from the Micro is about the same as from my full-size 1911's.
Mo_Zam_Beek
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Hey M1911
Do you have a USP .45C?
If so have you taken calipers to the two?
I have a full size Kimber and a .45C - I keep meaning to do so.
The web sites from both companies indicate that the Kimber Commander sized is actually THE SAME SIZE AND WEIGHT as a .45C. Go figure
Like I said I keep meaning to check it out.
One thing - HK is right on as far as weight - I have weighed mine.
As far as subcompact .45s go - no thanks. Commander size is perfect. 5" is best. If you have a great holster - subcompact is not necessary and in fact has the disadvantages that relate to a short frame and even shorter tube.
Milt Sparks VM2 - allows for comfortable seating with a commander and easily hides a full frame. Wear a slightly longer T-shirt untucked and blam - it is gone. Or tuck the shirt in over the gun - blam - it is gone.
Good luck
Do you have a USP .45C?
If so have you taken calipers to the two?
I have a full size Kimber and a .45C - I keep meaning to do so.
The web sites from both companies indicate that the Kimber Commander sized is actually THE SAME SIZE AND WEIGHT as a .45C. Go figure
Like I said I keep meaning to check it out.
One thing - HK is right on as far as weight - I have weighed mine.
As far as subcompact .45s go - no thanks. Commander size is perfect. 5" is best. If you have a great holster - subcompact is not necessary and in fact has the disadvantages that relate to a short frame and even shorter tube.
Milt Sparks VM2 - allows for comfortable seating with a commander and easily hides a full frame. Wear a slightly longer T-shirt untucked and blam - it is gone. Or tuck the shirt in over the gun - blam - it is gone.
Good luck
The S&W Chief Special 45 is a nice small pistol and was very reliable for me however the grip was so small that I found it very uncomfortable and could only use two fingers to hold the grip. The pinky was dangling below and I just didn't like it. Keep that in mind when buying a ultra small gun. As in all things, you make compromises.