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Posted: 4/15/2023 11:49:30 AM EDT
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HK45C has 10 round mags with the grip extension.
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Posted: 4/15/2023 11:53:08 AM EDT
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I was about to post M&P45
My carry gun is a full sized M&P 9mm if I go into town 40cal in the woods with a proper CCW belt and IWB it’s very comfortable and easy to carry under a T-shirt ….hell, I carried a full size steel 1911 for many years |
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Posted: 4/15/2023 12:20:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I was about to post M&P45 My carry gun is a full sized M&P 9mm if I go into town 40cal in the woods with a proper CCW belt and IWB it’s very comfortable and easy to carry under a T-shirt ….hell, I carried a full size steel 1911 for many years I'm definitely in agreement, and I have my M1911s and M&Ps for that purpose. But for this specific role, I'm looking for a 10+1 compact .45ACP pistol, just to fill a spot that my larger guns, or smaller 9mm guns, aren't ideal for, for me. |
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Posted: 4/15/2023 1:29:55 PM EDT
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After the G30, all others are superfluous.
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Posted: 4/15/2023 1:36:39 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/15/2023 2:08:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If only Glock would make a 30 with a three finger grip. Ah, not this shit again. I would actually like a 19 length grip, it does feel somewhat unstable. That XD looks like a solid option (9+1). I watched some reviews last night (1911 sgt.) and they were all favorable. |
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Posted: 4/15/2023 2:17:43 PM EDT
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Glock 19
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Posted: 4/15/2023 2:18:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Ah, not this shit again. I would actually like a 19 length grip, it does feel somewhat unstable. That XD looks like a solid option (9+1). I watched some reviews last night (1911 sgt.) and they were all favorable. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: If only Glock would make a 30 with a three finger grip. Ah, not this shit again. I would actually like a 19 length grip, it does feel somewhat unstable. That XD looks like a solid option (9+1). I watched some reviews last night (1911 sgt.) and they were all favorable. |
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Posted: 4/15/2023 2:27:21 PM EDT
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I wonder why the bureaucrats selected 10 rounds as the limit...as if some kind of magic prevents guns with 10 round magazines from harming anyone, and makes them magically obey all laws. Back around 1850-1890 folks were killing the hell out of other people with revolvers that were normally loaded with only five rounds...
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Posted: 4/15/2023 3:38:02 PM EDT
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I just got a new 30S.
Mags say 10rds but 9 is what they actually hold. Altering follower legs by a 1/16 of an inch will get you 10rds. I carry 9+1 with 10 in extra mag. Good Luck |
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Posted: 4/15/2023 3:43:30 PM EDT
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Glock 30S. My daily carry.
Great shooter, will fit in some G19 holsters, and 13 round G21 mags for back up. Both my G30 and G21 mags hold 10 and 13 without difficulty. Find some of these and sleep well at night.  https://www.luckygunner.com/45-acp-230-gr-jhp-hst-federal-law-enforcement-p45hst2s-20-rounds#geltest  |
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Posted: 4/15/2023 4:03:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I would actually like a 19 length grip, it does feel somewhat unstable. That XD looks like a solid option (9+1). I watched some reviews last night (1911 sgt.) and they were all favorable. Quote HistoryQuoted: I would actually like a 19 length grip, it does feel somewhat unstable. That XD looks like a solid option (9+1). I watched some reviews last night (1911 sgt.) and they were all favorable. Yeah, the newer XDM seems like a great option. The "pointy in the front" magwell arms very unergonomic though. What is this? |
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Posted: 4/15/2023 4:16:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: What is this? Quote HistoryQuoted: What is this? |
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Posted: 4/15/2023 4:57:21 PM EDT
[#14]
Glock 30 or 30s.
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Posted: 4/15/2023 9:50:47 PM EDT
[#15]
Sig P250 carry
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Posted: 4/16/2023 8:16:58 AM EDT
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I just carry a Glock 36 with two spare mags.
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Posted: 4/16/2023 10:58:59 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Strike 80 I converted to .45 ACP. Uses Para P12 mags and a modified Glock 36 barrel in a very heavily modified G23 slide. That's super sweet! Very cool! Talking about using a gen 2 G23 slide, I did that for a while with the same P80 frame, a very handy package. |
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Posted: 4/17/2023 5:18:01 AM EDT
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I carried a G21 for a couple years for work and put thousands of rounds on it.
Great gun... but if you need to hide it I’d lean towards the G30 which was also great. |
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Posted: 4/17/2023 10:31:55 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/17/2023 10:50:15 PM EDT
[#20]
XDM compact.
Shot and carried one for years. |
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Posted: 4/18/2023 4:31:53 AM EDT
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The XD m elite in 45 cal is a good one !
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Posted: 4/19/2023 2:05:28 PM EDT
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I have a Shield 45 and full size M&P 45. The shield holds 6+1 or 7+1 depending on the magazine. The M&P holds 10+1. I am not sure you are going to find a compact 45 that holds 10. That said the full-size M&P is very comfortable to carry. Also like the shield for carry. I do have some Hyve Tech +1 mag extensions for the shield. They work to hold +1 but makes the mag really long.
You might have to go to a 9mm if you want compact gun with capacity. |
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Posted: 4/19/2023 2:19:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The XD m elite in 45 cal is a good one ! More details? That's the one that I am really considering right now. |
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Posted: 4/19/2023 8:14:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have a Shield 45 and full size M&P 45. The shield holds 6+1 or 7+1 depending on the magazine. The M&P holds 10+1. I am not sure you are going to find a compact 45 that holds 10. That said the full-size M&P is very comfortable to carry. Also like the shield for carry. I do have some Hyve Tech +1 mag extensions for the shield. They work to hold +1 but makes the mag really long. You might have to go to a 9mm if you want compact gun with capacity. The Glock 30 is 10+1. |
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Posted: 4/20/2023 6:45:11 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The Glock 30 is 10+1. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I have a Shield 45 and full size M&P 45. The shield holds 6+1 or 7+1 depending on the magazine. The M&P holds 10+1. I am not sure you are going to find a compact 45 that holds 10. That said the full-size M&P is very comfortable to carry. Also like the shield for carry. I do have some Hyve Tech +1 mag extensions for the shield. They work to hold +1 but makes the mag really long. You might have to go to a 9mm if you want compact gun with capacity. The Glock 30 is 10+1. I know, but it's not Shield small. I guess I was confused on the "compact" size for this request. If the width is not an issue, the G30 would be a great compact carry. I always assume people want thin with carry. My bad. |
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Posted: 4/20/2023 6:52:17 AM EDT
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Was looking hard at the XDM Elite. And just found out it's not on MD's approved list.
WTF. |
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Posted: 4/20/2023 8:05:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I know, but it's not Shield small. I guess I was confused on the "compact" size for this request. If the width is not an issue, the G30 would be a great compact carry. I always assume people want thin with carry. My bad. Quote HistoryQuoted: I know, but it's not Shield small. I guess I was confused on the "compact" size for this request. If the width is not an issue, the G30 would be a great compact carry. I always assume people want thin with carry. My bad. I do want thin and carryable. The regular Glock 30 would be out of the question, but the 30s is a maybe. I just don't like Glocks, so the XD/XDM seems like the winner at the moment. It doesn't appear that any other firearm really meets the criteria yet... But as I mentioned before, a Hellcat Pro in .45 with a 10+1 capacity would be absolutely ideal. Quoted: Was looking hard at the XDM Elite. And just found out it's not on MD's approved list. WTF. That's so sweet that the crown "protects" you by having an approved list... That place sucks. |
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Posted: 4/20/2023 8:18:20 AM EDT
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Quote History |
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Posted: 4/20/2023 8:35:20 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I do want thin and carryable. The regular Glock 30 would be out of the question, but the 30s is a maybe. I just don't like Glocks, so the XD/XDM seems like the winner at the moment. It doesn't appear that any other firearm really meets the criteria yet... But as I mentioned before, a Hellcat Pro in .45 with a 10+1 capacity would be absolutely ideal. That's so sweet that the crown "protects" you by having an approved list... That place sucks. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I know, but it's not Shield small. I guess I was confused on the "compact" size for this request. If the width is not an issue, the G30 would be a great compact carry. I always assume people want thin with carry. My bad. I do want thin and carryable. The regular Glock 30 would be out of the question, but the 30s is a maybe. I just don't like Glocks, so the XD/XDM seems like the winner at the moment. It doesn't appear that any other firearm really meets the criteria yet... But as I mentioned before, a Hellcat Pro in .45 with a 10+1 capacity would be absolutely ideal. Quoted: Was looking hard at the XDM Elite. And just found out it's not on MD's approved list. WTF. That's so sweet that the crown "protects" you by having an approved list... That place sucks. If you have a place you can rent pistols, maybe try a few. I did that with the Shield 45 years ago. I rented a G26, G30 and small Sig 9mm 1911 thing (p938) and the Shield. I liked both Glocks but the size of the Shield sold me for carry. I don't think I am given up much with 2 less rounds for the size/comfort. The sig p938 was small, but all metal and not pleasant to shoot. |
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Posted: 4/20/2023 9:39:35 AM EDT
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I have the original XDM 3.8 45 and it is a great shooter. I never carry it but would. Good luck, OP
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Posted: 4/20/2023 11:10:52 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Was looking hard at the XDM Elite. And just found out it's not on MD's approved list. WTF. |
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Posted: 4/20/2023 2:08:21 PM EDT
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I think the Glock 30 is slightly smaller than the xdm 3.8 elite. I just measured my elite and it is 5" tall, that seems to be the most influential dimension that impacts concealability to me. Next would be width.
Most 45's are around 5.5-5.75" high, and hold 8-10 rounds. I would say the xdm elite conceals a little better. The shield will carry a little better since it is lighter and thinner. I dislike the grip though because it snags cover garments so well. Anytime you move, bend over, get out of a seat, your shirt is all snagged up. Yes you can sand it down, but it still does it. Also remember that every 230gr 45 acp round adds 1 ounce. Same goes for spare mags, and I carry the 13 rounders for spares and they suck compared to a single stack. Other downside with the xdm elite is it is a 2 finger grip, so you might pinch your pinky on a reload. Not really an issue if it's mostly for carry and not much shooting. I also removed the magwell, pointless on the compact since your pinky rides right in the middle of it, way more comfy grip without. I had a shield 45 and sold it. Wasn't a fan of the grip for carrying. It was very accurate though, I just like aluminum framed 1911's better for that size (officer framed). I picked up a xdm elite because it was about the same height of the shield, just a little wider and had more capacity. |
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Posted: 4/20/2023 7:16:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I think the Glock 30 is slightly smaller than the xdm 3.8 elite. I just measured my elite and it is 5" tall, that seems to be the most influential dimension that impacts concealability to me. Next would be width. Most 45's are around 5.5-5.75" high, and hold 8-10 rounds. I would say the xdm elite conceals a little better. The shield will carry a little better since it is lighter and thinner. I dislike the grip though because it snags cover garments so well. Anytime you move, bend over, get out of a seat, your shirt is all snagged up. Yes you can sand it down, but it still does it. Also remember that every 230gr 45 acp round adds 1 ounce. Same goes for spare mags, and I carry the 13 rounders for spares and they suck compared to a single stack. Other downside with the xdm elite is it is a 2 finger grip, so you might pinch your pinky on a reload. Not really an issue if it's mostly for carry and not much shooting. I also removed the magwell, pointless on the compact since your pinky rides right in the middle of it, way more comfy grip without. I had a shield 45 and sold it. Wasn't a fan of the grip for carrying. It was very accurate though, I just like aluminum framed 1911's better for that size (officer framed). I picked up a xdm elite because it was about the same height of the shield, just a little wider and had more capacity. I agree with all of that. I got to try out the XDM Elite today and was very disappointed in the grip. It's shorter unnecessarily; they gave it a two finger grip, but the magazine is still normal length, so it makes no sense. They should have just made the grip come down to the bottom of the magazine. That would be easy to do actually, since it already has a modular magwell component. Honestly, the only gun that meets my criteria at the moment seems to be the original XD .45 Compact. The Glock 30S might as well, but I'm not a fan of the Glock grip angle. The M&P45C would have been perfect if it held 10, or if the M&P45 midsize had a shorter grip. Anyway, I'll try out an XD45C when I can, and might just get another one of those, until Springfield makes a 10+1 Hellcat Pro in .45. |
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Posted: 4/26/2023 2:45:18 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: After the G30, all others are superfluous. I just gave my 30S to my brother, I have not shot in the past 10 years. He wanted something for the house and the 30S will be perfect for that. When I hear 10 round .45 pistol, there is basically one answer, a Glock 30 |
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Posted: 4/26/2023 7:11:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: After the G30, all others are superfluous. |
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Posted: 4/26/2023 7:57:43 PM EDT
[#36]
Nobody ever mentions the Beretta PX4 Storm in .45. Nice pistola.
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Posted: 4/29/2023 4:48:52 AM EDT
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Try the Walther .45.
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Posted: 4/29/2023 7:01:31 AM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Nobody ever mentions the Beretta PX4 Storm in .45. Nice pistola. Quote HistoryQuoted: Nobody ever mentions the Beretta PX4 Storm in .45. Nice pistola. Quoted: Try the Walther .45. These are both full size duty style guns. I'm looking for a mid-size compact carry pistol, with 10+1 capacity. Personally, I'm definitely not into double action. So far, only the Glock 30S and Springfield XD45C seem to meet those specifics, and for me, the XD45C is my preference thus far. The short grip and extended pinky rest on the Glock aren't the best. The market needs more options in this category! |
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Posted: 4/29/2023 8:17:17 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The market needs more options in this category! |
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Posted: 4/29/2023 11:48:50 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I agree. GIVE US HELLCAT PRO .45ACP 10+1 |
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Posted: 4/29/2023 12:21:15 PM EDT
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I built a non-catalogued Gen 4 30S (36 slide, 29 receiver).
The frame isn't any skinnier than the 30, but the slide is. It carries 10+1, and a Pierce Grip base makes it feel right.  Attached File |
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Posted: 4/29/2023 12:25:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have a Shield 45 and full size M&P 45. The shield holds 6+1 or 7+1 depending on the magazine. The M&P holds 10+1. I am not sure you are going to find a compact 45 that holds 10. That said the full-size M&P is very comfortable to carry. Also like the shield for carry. I do have some Hyve Tech +1 mag extensions for the shield. They work to hold +1 but makes the mag really long. You might have to go to a 9mm if you want compact gun with capacity. M&P45 is nice. with the small back strap it is very close to the M&P9's dimensions. The Glock 30 and even 30S are still kinda thicc. If you can carry a Glock 19, you can carry the M&P imo. It's a 45ACP that carries like a double stack 9mm The grip is between the G17 and G19 for reference.  Attached File |
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Posted: 4/29/2023 12:31:53 PM EDT
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When I heard that S&W was coming out with the M&P 45 M2.0 Compact I was excited until I found out it's just the M&P45 with a shorter barrel.
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Posted: 4/29/2023 12:40:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: When I heard that S&W was coming out with the M&P 45 M2.0 Compact I was excited until I found out it's just the M&P45 with a shorter barrel. |
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Posted: 4/29/2023 1:01:20 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: When I heard that S&W was coming out with the M&P 45 M2.0 Compact I was excited until I found out it's just the M&P45 with a shorter barrel. The M&P 45 full size was my duty gun for a long time, and I absolutely love it. I also carried the compact for many years. Unfortunately, the version with a compact grip only holds 8 + 1, and the midsize holds 10 + 1. While the compact is the perfect size, it just does not have the capacity. If S&W had somehow made the compact version ever so slightly thicker to fit those extra two rounds, it would have been a winner for me. |
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Posted: 4/29/2023 2:14:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The M&P 45 full size was my duty gun for a long time, and I absolutely love it. I also carried the compact for many years. Unfortunately, the version with a compact grip only holds 8 + 1, and the midsize holds 10 + 1. While the compact is the perfect size, it just does not have the capacity. If S&W had somehow made the compact version ever so slightly thicker to fit those extra two rounds, it would have been a winner for me. |
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Posted: 5/12/2023 10:35:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm definitely in agreement, and I have my M1911s and M&Ps for that purpose. But for this specific role, I'm looking for a 10+1 compact .45ACP pistol, just to fill a spot that my larger guns, or smaller 9mm guns, aren't ideal for, for me. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I was about to post M&P45 My carry gun is a full sized M&P 9mm if I go into town 40cal in the woods with a proper CCW belt and IWB it’s very comfortable and easy to carry under a T-shirt ….hell, I carried a full size steel 1911 for many years I'm definitely in agreement, and I have my M1911s and M&Ps for that purpose. But for this specific role, I'm looking for a 10+1 compact .45ACP pistol, just to fill a spot that my larger guns, or smaller 9mm guns, aren't ideal for, for me. I hate that Smith cancelled the 2.0 Subcompact 45 so quick. Seemed like it would be a sweet gun. I always keep an eye out for them but haven’t scored one yet. Think Shield 45 just cannibilized it. Glock 30S is also on my radar  Attached File |
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Posted: 5/13/2023 1:06:17 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I built a non-catalogued Gen 4 30S (36 slide, 29 receiver). The frame isn't any skinnier than the 30, but the slide is. It carries 10+1, and a Pierce Grip base makes it feel right. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/18978/G30S_jpg-2799786.JPG That is slick! |
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