Anybody else also thinking of getting out of 45 ACP?

[Gawernator]

For me I'd rather have a 230grn hardcast vs a 147grn hardcast bullet for hunting/hiking/camping. For a quick run to the gas station, with a compact/sub compact CCW that has a 6-7 round capacity .45 for me. If you're going to the mall, costco, movie theater or other place where mass shooters like to prey upon people, a double stack 9 all day long.

12+1 in my P2000SK, so almost double round count

 

[Enthused]

Sorry your "freedom units" are so uptight. I merely meant to mention that .308 ACP is also called 9mm kurz. It is not a "preference" of mine. I don't even shoot the damn round. The fact that the Walther PPK is one of the world's most famous small hang guns isn't my fault either. Bother "calibers" can be shot interchangeably, which cannot be said about .38 spl & .357 magnum. Even though they are the same caliber.

Wish you the best, Mr. Freedom-Units.

Same to you, Mr. Kurz.

 

[Durty1]

Each time I shoot it, that pop still gives me a smile

 

[MunnyShot]

12+1 in my P2000SK, so almost double round count

And a G26 with a stick mag almost triples that, but I was talking about single stack compact pistols.

 

[tedster]

Each time I shoot it, that pop still gives me a smile

Best popping sound ever !!

 

[TheAverageShooter]

Is there a reason why? What cal would you prefer? I was thinking getting a 45cal.

Trying to downsize a bit and taking one caliber out of the rotation. I mostly shoot 9 when I do pistols. I like the way 45 shoots, but I also have 357 mag, 380 and 22 pistols. Also want to make space for incoming pistols.

Still need to sleep on it a bit as I just took my Dan Wesson to the range and it is a sweet shooter.

 

[boltstop]

I’m going to go shoot my Les Baer Custom Carry - in 45ACP of course - tomorrow. So, no, I’m not “getting out of 45ACP”.

 

[Darqhelmet]

Arthritis and injuries got worse

Arthritis is a little motherless and should be taken behind the wood shed. But I feel you.

 

[mblat1968]

I am getting old. And my kids are not much in guns.
So yes .45 is on chopping block. Not because I don't like it. Just because I rather get rid of it myself....

the only reason I keep .38 and 357 is because I have cylinder cut for 9 mm for my .357 revolver....

 

[Hit Factor]

Every party has a pooper. That’s why we invited this guy . . .

 

[tedster]

.45 ACP is not a high volume round to shoot at the range. It's also heavy to carry, compared to 9mm.
I don't carry and my range trips are not very many. Out on the range (outdoors) I like to shoot rifles.
A little pistol practice should always be included. 2-3 magazines w/ .45 ACP is more fun to me than 20-30 magazines w/ a 9mm pistol.
In fact, I wanted to get out of 9mm. I might still do that once I get over that mountain of 9mm ammo I have stashed.
I may try a PCC or Homesteader. I avoided those so far, but it might do the trick to fire off my 9mm ammo.

 

[TheAverageShooter]

.45 ACP is not a high volume round to shoot at the range. It's also heavy to carry, compared to 9mm.
I don't carry and my range trips are not very many. Out on the range (outdoors) I like to shoot rifles.
A little pistol practice should always be included. 2-3 magazines w/ .45 ACP is more fun to me than 20-30 magazines w/ a 9mm pistol.
In fact, I wanted to get out of 9mm. I might still do that once I get over that mountain of 9mm ammo I have stashed.
I may try a PCC or Homesteader. I avoided those so far, but it might do the trick to fire off my 9mm ammo.

PCCs is a great way to blow through 9mm! Got a Ruger PCC and it eats all my Glock’s food on trips

 

[Darqhelmet]

.45 ACP is not a high volume round to shoot at the range. It's also heavy to carry, compared to 9mm.
I don't carry and my range trips are not very many. Out on the range (outdoors) I like to shoot rifles.
A little pistol practice should always be included. 2-3 magazines w/ .45 ACP is more fun to me than 20-30 magazines w/ a 9mm pistol.
In fact, I wanted to get out of 9mm. I might still do that once I get over that mountain of 9mm ammo I have stashed.
I may try a PCC or Homesteader. I avoided those so far, but it might do the trick to fire off my 9mm ammo.

The homesteader sucked. Just get the ruger.

 

[peahi2]

My 45 ACP pistols don't get shot much anymore BUT when I bring them out...admire the accuracy, head and shoulders above my 9mm 1911s (and strikers for sure). Iron sighted 45 ACP outshooting optic equipped 9mm pistols...granted the 45s I shoot mostly are super nice models...not cheap pistols.

 

[tacticalb]

Hellllll to da noooo.. I have quite a collection of .45acps and wont ever downgrade to 9mm. Yes its personal preference but theres something about the .45acp that always gets a wow factor everytime I take it to the range and have friends shoot them.

 

[five.five-six]

Getting out of .45ACP is a great idea and I’m here to help you with all your getting out of .45ACP logistics.

Unfortunately, I can only buy 3 a month but I’ll do all I can!

 

[javbike]

I have one 45 a plain old mil spec I don’t shoot it much but I won’t sell it

 

[RustyIron]

.45 ACP is not a high volume round to shoot at the range

A little pistol practice should always be included. 2-3 magazines w/ .45 ACP is more fun to me than 20-30 magazines w/ a 9mm pistol.

Say what?
.45 ACP is totally a high volume round at the range.
20 magazines is just getting started.

 

[Sheepdog1968]

I have a friend who is well into his 60s and grew up in Texas. Was a teenager when he got his first 1911. He has shot out two barrels in his 1911. Don’t know how many rounds that is but I’d guess a fair bit.

 

[five.five-six]

I have a friend who is well into his 60s and grew up in Texas. Was a teenager when he got his first 1911. He has shot out two barrels in his 1911. Don’t know how many rounds that is but I’d guess a fair bit.

I’ve put over 16 pounds of bulleye through my favorite 1911. It was used when I got it and it is in no immediate danger of a re-barrel. That’s roughly 26,000 rounds