Tempting...

[poak]

I've never owned a .45

I've shot plenty, but I've never had my own.

So I guess it's about time I got bit by the .45 bug.

I've been looking around and I've seen a few 1911s I like, but now I'm leaning towards a Sig 220. That's when I saw this on gunbroker this morning:

http://gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=102549932

Tempting? I'd say so...

[bobmack]

hi,

now that's a good looking gun.

i've been toying with the idea of a .45 myself.

but i'll probably have to trade off or sell something else to make the deal.

good luck with your quest,

bob

[Guest jwp]

I would jump all over that since it appears to be under cost for a "new" one.

[TGO David]

I had a P220 SAO Carry. It was a neat, albeit heavy gun. I think it was Massad Ayoob who compared it to being a modern alternative to the 1911 platform with much more reliability built into it. I would concurr with that statement.

That being said, now is a lousy time to get into shooting .45ACP unless you reload or don't mind spending nearly 50-100% more than the cost of 9mm ammunition to shoot an equal number of rounds. My own .45ACP is a benchwarmer anymore because of that.

[poak]

SOMEONE BUY IT!

I wish I could swing it, but I just got back from vacation, I'm gonna need a week or two...

[poak]

I had a P220 SAO Carry. It was a neat, albeit heavy gun. I think it was Massad Ayoob who compared it to being a modern alternative to the 1911 platform with much more reliability built into it. I would concurr with that statement.

That being said, now is a lousy time to get into shooting .45ACP unless you reload or don't mind spending nearly 50-100% more than the cost of 9mm ammunition to shoot an equal number of rounds. My own .45ACP is a benchwarmer anymore because of that.

Yeah, I've got a 226 9mm that gets the most use of anything else I have. I just want a .45 because, well because I want one that's why!

[TGO David]

Yeah, I've got a 226 9mm that gets the most use of anything else I have. I just want a .45 because, well because I want one that's why!

Then get a 1911 and shoot that cartridge in the gun it was meant for.

[poak]

Then get a 1911 and shoot that cartridge in the gun it was meant for.

Nein!

While I would like to own a 1911, it seems the Sig Kool-Aid has taken a strong grip on this one!

[Guest Verbal Kint]

Nein!

While I would like to own a 1911, it seems the Sig Kool-Aid has taken a strong grip on this one!

I'm a Sig and HK fan... heck, my first handgun ever was a Sig 229... but I'd definitely side with Tungsten and go for a 1911 first (and later the 220, if you still want one) if you want a .45ACP pistol.

It's truly apples and oranges, even when in the same caliber. The balance, weight, recoil, etc is just way better on a 1911. My wife picked up the Kimber I used to own (having only shot one .22 pistol before, years ago) and was putting them in the black in groupings that would rival half the shooters on this message board. Having shot Sigs before and knowing how they handle, I can accurately say she would not have done that with a Sig or an HK.

There's a reason the 1911 still prevails till this day. Pick one up and find out for yourself.

[John Wall]

I agree with the 1911.

Get a full sized target model (Kimber comes to mind), and if you want to shoot it much, load for it. The 45 Auto is an easy to load, low pressure round.

There is not a more pleasurable shooting sidearm than the 1911.

Most of the reason I prefer revolvers for fun shooting is not having to chase and lose brass.

Some training classes entail picking up literally thousands of rounds of brass.

If we do the class at an academy, trainees get the job.

On Police ranges, inmate trustees get the chores done.

[poak]

1911A1: I am America, and so can you!

[TGO David]

1911A1: I am America, and so can you!

Have you shot a 1911 before?

[poak]

Yeah, I've shot a few. A buddy of mine has a pretty nice Springfield G.I. that I've shot quite a few times. Another friend has a Kimber Eclipse Custom that I have yet to shoot.

I've got to admit, I'm pretty partial to the Springfield MC Operator!

So, 220 or 1911? Well, the real answer is...

BOTH!

[molonlabetn]

I was really impressed by the SAO P220 I fired last year... Best of both worlds in my opinion.

[poak]

I've actually never fired a P220, but I dont imagine I would be dissapointed if it performs like every other Sig I've shot.

[molonlabetn]

I personally consider the P220 to be the best out of all the Sig lineup.

[memphismason]

Who would want those old and tired 1911's......Plastic is the way to go

LOL just kidding everyone......

Nice looking gun. When I grow up I would like to own a nice Kimber 1911, but for now I will have to make do with my plastic gun.

[towerclimber37]

Then get a 1911 and shoot that cartridge in the gun it was meant for.

He's got a great point there...you have to admit!

[R1100R]

I have a 220 Elite SAO Custom Shop and love it. I also have four 1911 platform guns.

I like my 220's best. But there's something about a 1911. So many modifications and

sizes. The 220 is a hefty pistol and does not fit smaller hands well. My wife does real

well with a 1911 and has a hard time with a 220.

[Guest Brian@GunDepot]

That is a very good price on a new pistol. I agree with owning the 1911 and the SIG comment as well. lol

I'm getting very fond of the new Sig 250 compact. I think I'm actually gonna replace my XD with it for daily carry.

That dealer is actually in violation of SIGs policy for advertising a new gun with that low of a buyout and could be stripped of their future shipments if they were turned in. Its probably an old stock gun, but still not worth the risk for a dealer imo.

Edited June 19, 2008 by Brian@GunDepot

[TGO David]

If you can pull off buying both a 1911 and a P220... the choice is obvious.

Good luck with your endeavor! You really can't go wrong with either platform.

[Guest darkstar]

Just to add more choices, you could get the best of both worlds and get a Sig Revolution, their version of a 1911. I've never owned one but have shot a friends (maybe a box or so) and for the limited amount of firing I did I really liked the way it felt. Or, you could try an H+K .45. I believe they make variants that have a decoker/saftey lever that will allow you to have a double action/single action (like a Sig 220) with the option of carrying cocked and locked (like a 1911).

But either way you can't go wrong with a 1911 or a 220.....or both

[10Kilr]

An HK USP full size might be an option as well. Just as reliable as a SIG and I believe more magazine capacity.