Just one more post on this topic. I have found the 245 to recoil no more than the 220. I've also found it has very little muzzle flip. Most people who are critical of the gun don't own one. When I first started looking at the gun I thought it was a bad design. I held it first at a gun show without the magazine and pinky ledge, it felt a bit awkward. After putting the magazine in in felt right. I would agree that the 220 is a "better" fit for most hands, but I don't know of many "compact" guns designed for concealment and carry that can rival their big brothers design. The Kimber compact officers version isn't as comfortable as a full size 1911 either. For the 245's intended purpose, it's accurate, durable, reliable, and concealable. Did I mention accurate??