S&W CQB .45
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If you aren't required to carry a Smith, or a DA .45 with a safety, I think there are better choices. It doesn't have the right balance to me, I don't like the way Smith .45's shoot, Smith has had quality control problems and there is just something I don't like about it (besides the fact that to me, it looks kind of . . . tacky.) For a DA .45 with safety, the HK would be my choice (I can't believe I forgot this one the first time around). The safety operates in the proper direction for me and it fits my hand well (although it feels a little top heavy when empty). The full size has great capacity for an LEO (grrr) while the compact matches the Smith. The Para LDA looks (and feels) like a nice option. I've also heard good things about Beretta Cougar .45s. Without a manual safety, you can't go wrong with the Sig 220, or a Glock.
Notice how I stayed completely away from the boycott issue and Smith's traitorous actions?
Notice how I stayed completely away from the boycott issue and Smith's traitorous actions?
I've had one now for 2 1/2 years. I love it! It works all the time. It's accurate with a variety of loads. It feels good in my hand. The trigger on S&W autos is very good. It's my primary carry gun in weather when a jacket or sweatshirt is necesary. I don't think you can go wrong with it. I carry COR-BON 185JHPs in it.
JKump, some may flame me but that is too nice to be a duty pistol. On that note I would like to use one as my duty pistol, but I could not stand to lose that much $$$ if it had to be turned in as evidence. I have no doubt it would stand the rigors of duty usage, but for the price you could get two weapons for duty, a primary and a reserve weapon.
My issued 4506 has stood the test of time so far, used when issued and many many rounds later still keeps humming like no tomorrow.
And I too throw in another vote for Sig, Glock, and also the HK.
My issued 4506 has stood the test of time so far, used when issued and many many rounds later still keeps humming like no tomorrow.
And I too throw in another vote for Sig, Glock, and also the HK.