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I have a Springfield XD .45 w/ 5" barrel. The mags are 10 rd, but I have found when fully loaded and seated the mag release button takes BOTH THUMBS to depress and drop the mag. I have never run into this issue on any other pistol. Does anyone know if this is normal for this pistol, or have...

Ok, since all of you gave me your input, here is what I wound up buying: Springfield XD .45 w/5" barrel and thumb safety. I was leaning heavily towards Glocks, but when I handled them, the Glock .45's were just a little too thick to fit well in my hand. The XD, on the other hand, fits...

Ok, I am researching some of the suggested ideas. USP is likely out, due to parts avail. and price...some of the others on price as well. I do like smiths, have had a 586 and have a 9mm now. I am surprised no one mentioned either Taurus or Ruger, though. Thanks all!

I have heard about various makes...USA, Promag, etc. But what is your experience with after market mags? Or is it better to purchase OEM?

Interesting stuff...my situation is a little different, I live in a large city in South Texas. My girlfriend is disabled, can't really walk more than 20 yards or so at a time. She is also diabetic. Since I won't abandon her, I have decided I have one of 3 options: sit tight and fight, hide...

Wow, lots of great information! Thanks! I have considered a Glock, but prefer 1911 style. But I'm not married to either one, this is kinda a concept of a "working pistol". A lot of great points to start researching.

Ok, I am gonna open up a can of worms, but it should be fun. I am looking at purchasing a .45, but I want some input. Parameters I am looking at are: Has to be out of the box reliable and accurate for self defense purposes. I don't want something that is "perfect" as long as it gets a...

Thanks, Bernie. I have some Golden Saber 115g, but haven't fired anything but ball out of it yet. I am concerned about overpenetration, though...is a heavier or lighter bullet better to prevent this? I am not a total newbie with firearms, though I am a bit rusty on some things. On ammunition...

I have one...for now. The problem I have with it, is that it actually hurts when I shoot it. Seems to hit a nerve in the web of my hand on recoil. I have shot .45, .38, .40, 9mm and .380 out of my makarov and never had the problem repeat itself. Nothing wrong with the pistol itself, though...

Can any of you folks give me some ideas on an effective defense load for this pistol? Any help is appreciated.:confused: