ABA383

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I figured you'd chime in Mike! Hey to the OP you should definitely pm him to get more info. You'll see why when you pm him. And don't get too caught up in 'knock down/stopping power' too much. Proper fundamentals and proper shot placement are paramount in the effective use of a handgun.

--Alan

CamaroRacing12

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Im looking at the ruger SR series. SR9c or SR40c

02BLKWS6MD

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Springfield 1911 v10, it's a compact 1911 and its a .45, here's a link to one and I hear they're getting hard to find.

http://www.gunsamerica.com/980728926...ACT_XX_8_7.htm

CamaroRacing12

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^^^^ thats exactly what im looking for thank you

BoostedLT5

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Unfortunately in Mass the AG gets to decide what firearms we can purchase here. All of them have to pass some rigorous tests to become "approved" in Mass before they can be sold. Most mfg. don't care enough to even submit their pistols to be tested, hence the reason we can't even buy a brand new Colt here!

LS1LT1

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By the way, in the period since this thread first began, Ruger has finally introduced their 'Commander' (more compact - 4.25" barrel) version of it's SR1911.

http://www.ruger.com/products/sr1911...eets/6702.html

CamaroRacing12

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Yup i called ruger the first week of 2013 and found out. That will be the gun i will purchuse. Now i just need to find one!

LS1LT1

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Good luck on that LOL, I've been searching for the full size now for over 3 months.
Came across a place that had 18 of them but my thriftiness stood in the way, I felt that I could find it cheaper if I waited so I passed on it.
BIG mistake LOL, they sold out in like 8 hours.
The smaller one might be an even hotter seller.

Now with the prices of ammo sure to go up yet again, I'm not so sure I even want a .45 any more as I go to the range fairly often.
I do still love the 'feel' of a 1911 though so I was maybe thinkin' about a 9mm version (from another brand/name of course).

CamaroRacing12

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i plan to get the SR1911 Commander .45 ACP, SR9c or SR40c (haven't gotten to shoot the .40 yet) I also want to get the SR22 for the range and for my girl to shoot when shes ready.

LS1LT1

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That's a nice little pistol, I have a Ruger MkIII 22/45 (also .22LR) and it's awesome, Ruger makes some great firearms. I was looking at the SR22 as well when I was considering getting a 2nd .22 for plinking.

CamaroRacing12

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Yeah its cheap fun cant go wrong

thechef

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if you want a .22 1911 style for plinking get a Sig Sauer Mosquito...$300 most places and a good fun gun for the range or the woman to shoot....I love mine

CamaroRacing12

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na i like the SR22 very similar gun. i stick with ruger.

Eskimo

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I daily carry a Kimber Ultra Carry II, and it's easy to conceal with a good holster. It's only a 3" barrel so carrying IWB at 1:00 (also called appendix carry) is actually not bad. Currently using a Wilson adjustable kydex with leather lined one, but wish it had a second belt clip to hold it in place a little better.

My OWB holster is normally a Blackhawk SERPA for the retention and ease of on/off, but I honestly don't give a damn about printing - I open carry a lot when it's warmer.

I added Crimson Trace grips which improved my time onto target when practicing from a compromised position (on my back / one handed / etc.), and wouldn't want to be without the laser for a defense gun.

It does complain about some types of hollowpoint ammo, but the more rounds I put through it, the less it complains. Speer gold dot has been flawless for me though. For practice, Winchester white box works great too.

Oh last thing - GET A REAL BELT. Makes all the difference in the world. I have 2 from thebeltman.net , and they're worth every penny.

mjs1012

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one of my buddys just picked up the sr9c and i like the way it feels. he also got an extended mag that makes it the same length as the regular sr9.

CamaroRacing12

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Yeah i love that gun. Im waiting to try the sr40c before making a purchuse