Double Stack .45

[bmwrdr]

My choices would be . SIG P227, 2. CZ 97B, 3. H&K 45 Compact.

[jason812]

Since its not my money but if it was I would get a Walther PPQ .45. Why? Because.

[Beiruty]

striker fired, xdm
http://www.springfield-armory.com/produ ... act-45acp/

[NotRPB]

Glock 30 it's 10+1 and it's small and easy to conceal

I'm used to a Glock 26 with extended ported barrel and using a Glock 17 mag with spacer soooo

I'm building a Glock 30S (The 30S is a Gen3 30SF body for smaller hands...with the Glock 36 narrower Slide and barrel)
with ...extended ported barrel and using a Glock 21 mag with spacer and +2 base plate for 15+1 capacity (it's lighter weight than my Stainess XD45 that has extended ported barrel, 13 round mag +2 baseplate for 15+1)

Got the idea after wishing for the new 15+1 Remington RP45 then thinking, hey, this would be better ... more versatile, carry shorter mags or whatever.

From LoneWolf:
PG-G45P2 PG +2 Grip Extension 45/10mm $9.49
LWD-3645P2 LWD Barrel M/36/30S 45 ACP Extended 2 Port $104.95
XG-GL29-30 XGRIP Magazine Adapter for Glock 29-30 $12.95
Glock 21 mags Black Friday about $18.00 each from CDNN

[NotRPB]

I also forgot to mention I want a manual safety. I do like the 1911's a lot.

Oops. Neither XD has a manual safety. (Corrected)

my stainless xd has a thumb safety as well as grip safety and a "not legal in california sticker" I got it at a gun show for a price I couldn't resist

[crazy2medic]

Buy suspenders.

Then buy a para-ordnance double stack.

Seriously, you wont want to EDC it.....

I do carry a Para and I do EDC it! I have no problems what so ever, just make sure you have a Gun belt!

[slowpoke]

The H&K usp 45compact
is a great double stack. 10 rnds. My favorite is a compact 1911.

[vjallen75]

I've been considering getting the FNX-45 for weekend carry as I currently EDC their FNS-9. The end sticks out sometimes depending on what shirt I decide to wear.

As far as a .45 ACP compact goes I am not sure. I think if you want deep concealment you may want to stick with a single stack if you're wanting a .45 ACP. JMHO

[allisji]

I'm not looking for full size, something I would CC IWB most of the time. So a sub compact would probably be best. I dont think I care if its polymer or not, unless someone tells me its not a good idea. I do like 1911 but not absolutely set on it if another pistol fits the bill better.

It will be hard to find a compact model that holds 13 - 14 rounds. I think that the Springfield XDs that Beiruty linked are the best viable option because it comes with the 10 rd magazine and a 13 round extended magazine.

That is if you can find one with the thumb safety that you desire.

[flechero]

I was going to say a STI Gaurdian 2011 but see it's now only offered in 9mm. If you are willing to buy used, you can find a STI VIP .45... it's a 4" 2011 with officer's grip, Steel or LW frame and OH SO SWEET!!! Last I looked they were about $1500ish. 10 rd in the standard mag but longer mags availible

OOOooooo..... There is one on gunbroker right now for $1549 w/ steel frame. There is also a Costa VIP (full size grip & railed version) on GB for $2400

Do it, do it, do it!!!!!

[lildave40]

striker fired, xdm
http://www.springfield-armory.com/produ ... act-45acp/

I have the xd mod 2 in 9 and just went to this one and like it. My alien gear iwb is cumbersome. What holster do your recommend?

[longhorn86]

I've owned a XDM45-Compact 3.8 for a while now. It's a nice gun and shoots real well......quite accurately, actually. I haven't carried it for a while since I went to carrying 9mm almost exclusively. But that said, it is about the size of a G19, a little bit heavier, and has a 9+1 round capacity with the short mag, and 13+1 with the long mag.

This is my EDC, conceals well in IWB. OP mentioned wanting manual safety, but XDm's have grip safety, which I like the extra level of safety it offers

[uthornsfan]

This is my Para double stack

I HIGHLY recommend it. The LDA trigger is amazing and its right at 13+1



Para Tac Four, I have thousands of rounds through mine. Have replaced the guide rod spring and mag springs and it runs flawlessly with any ammo.

[Mxrdad]

Dang, you guys came through big time. I have been looking at each of these and cant believe how long it takes to really research all of them. Good stuff.

[flintknapper]

As long as you are OK with the weight (I am), then I see no down side to a high capacity .45 acp.

Been carrying my 13+1, a spare mag and a flashlight for 20 years now.