My girlfriend wants to CCW a .45, options?

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Posted: 4/15/2017 12:00:42 AM EDT

She shot a Glock 19, didnt like it.

She shot a Glock 21.

she said its the most pleasant.

I had her shoot a Glock 43 to be sure.

she still prefers shooting a .45

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:01:07 AM EDT

[#1]

You had one job....

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:02:36 AM EDT

[#2]

Have her try a Glock 30 and make it either a Glock 21 or a 30 . It is not hard really

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:03:03 AM EDT

[#3]

No pics? And she won't like a small CCW .45. G21 is a full size pleasure to shoot.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:03:48 AM EDT

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i kindove want to see if theres a Sig P320 .45 compact or something too, this thinks the slide is a brick , (as in thick)

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:03:56 AM EDT

[#5]

Why not, if she can handle the recoil.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:04:19 AM EDT

[#6]

Colt Defender

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Posted: 4/15/2017 12:04:28 AM EDT

[#7]

Bill Wilson Carry

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:04:40 AM EDT

[#8]

OP ignores the rules...

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:04:48 AM EDT

[#9]

S&W 625

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:05:29 AM EDT

[#10]

Hk45c

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:05:36 AM EDT

[#11]

Shield.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:06:03 AM EDT

[#12]

Glock 30 Gen 4

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Posted: 4/15/2017 12:06:35 AM EDT

[#13]

Sig 320

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:06:53 AM EDT

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Probably a good option but it won't be as nice as shooting the G21 because physics.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:07:44 AM EDT

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Oldest daughter loves my full size M&P 45. Same ammo-She hates my XDs 3.3 .45
And the ammo was only target semi-wadcutters.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:07:50 AM EDT

[#16]

You can get a Shield in 9 or 45 for $225 right now. Smoking deal.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:08:14 AM EDT

[#17]

HK45c

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:08:26 AM EDT

[#18]

XDS 45.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:12:34 AM EDT

[#19]

Glock 36.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:13:29 AM EDT

[#20]

Take her to a range and have her shoot a Shield, an XDs.and an XD

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:13:59 AM EDT

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Maybe an S. a bit thinner.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:14:12 AM EDT

[#22]

Star Firestar.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:14:34 AM EDT

[#23]

Keep trying to talk sense into her so she picks a 9mm.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:16:16 AM EDT

[#24]

SA micro compact 1911( super spendy but super cool ) or maybe check out the M&P Shield in .45acp.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:17:00 AM EDT

[#25]

SIG 320 Carry is available in .45. I would recommend a commander length 1911. Would have her try it first though. Recoil could be a bit much.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:21:36 AM EDT

[#26]

I carried a Detonics Combat Master for long enough to trust my life to it, for at least the first shot or two...

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:24:01 AM EDT

[#27]

No pics of GF, no qualified professional expert advice.
Sucks to be you.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:25:38 AM EDT

[#28]

glock 23/Sig P229 in .40 s&w you're welcome /thread

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:28:30 AM EDT

[#29]

XDS?

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:29:52 AM EDT

[#30]

CCO. Big enough to get the job done reliably. It's comforting, not comfortable.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:32:02 AM EDT

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I think the M&P's across the board are engineered for some of the lightest recoil.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:32:10 AM EDT

[#32]

So you're saying she prefers a larger diameter?

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:34:40 AM EDT

[#33]

I'd honestly look at the Shield in .45. Especially with the sale price and the rebate they're at right now.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:41:58 AM EDT

[#34]

I have several 45's and my G30 is by far the smoothest shooting of the bunch.

And it conceals very Well.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:49:19 AM EDT

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Both the SIG 320 and 250 are available in compact and sub compact.
I carry the 250 subcompact, with full size mags for reloads. The 250 can be converted to other calibers, for some reason the 320 cannot.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:50:29 AM EDT

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CCO. Big enough to get the job done reliably. It's comforting, not comfortable.

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Agreed. Same size package as a Glock 19.

I have a Sig C3 and love it. Comes with a checkered front strap and alloy frame. Because of the lighter frame it is a little snappy but not bad. The checkering really helps. It's very comfortable in a quality holster. Modem Officers ACP mags are seven rounds plus one in the chamber. That matches the capacity of full sized USGI 1911s.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:52:51 AM EDT

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The G30 is my favorite.

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:53:55 AM EDT

[#38]

1 job op

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:56:25 AM EDT

[#39]

Big, chunky, slow moving gal OP?

Posted: 4/15/2017 12:57:07 AM EDT

[#40]

1911?

Posted: 4/15/2017 1:32:19 AM EDT

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My 20's slide is thicker than my 320's slide .45.

Posted: 4/15/2017 1:56:14 AM EDT

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I'm going to agree with the G30, or maybe a Shield in .45 if she shoots one and it fits her better. If y'all were in Missouri, where OC is GTG and the weather is amenable to tossing a light jacket over your weapon more than one month out of the year, I'd advise a Commander- or Officer's-length 1911. Once you get into short-barrel 1911s, the slide velocity ramps up and getting the springs and everything tuned for 99%+ reliability without the thing beating itself to death is difficult. 1911s are my favorite pistol bar none, but they are not ideal for all applications.

Posted: 4/15/2017 1:58:20 AM EDT

[#43]

Shield.

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Posted: 4/15/2017 2:00:25 AM EDT

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Posted: 4/15/2017 2:01:51 AM EDT

[#45]

Glock 30SF conceals about the same as a Glock 19, just a bit heavier.

Posted: 4/15/2017 2:05:53 AM EDT

[#46]

It's really too bad Glock went from full size straight to subcompact for the .45...

Posted: 4/15/2017 2:18:58 AM EDT

[#47]

In before someone suggests SAA.

Posted: 4/15/2017 2:20:40 AM EDT

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+1

Posted: 4/15/2017 2:22:08 AM EDT

[#49]

Mk23

Posted: 4/15/2017 2:24:36 AM EDT

[#50]

CZ 97 probably too big, especially in the grip but not unpleasant to shoot. I sold my 2nd generation Glock 23 after getting a .40 RAMI and the 97. Both more pleasant to shoot. Several people in the family like the Shields but I haven't shot to compare them. Killer pricing these days, certainly worth a try.

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