.45 ACP decision...

[RustyShackelford]

Good choices for .45acp carry.....

Id suggest these models for a CCW/carry size .45acp;
The Glock 30S .45acp or 36(sub compact) could do well. The S-A XDs 4.0" barrel model. The S&W Military and Police Compact .45acp is good. You can get it with or without a ambi safety, FDE brown or black. The HK45 Compact LEM(law enforcement modification) is great if you have the budget & like HKs.
The SIG Sauer P220R DAK or the Carry DAK .45acp version are worth a look. The P250 pistol is well made & you can convert it with different frames/barrels.

NOTE; Springfield-Armory had a special with free pistol magazines and a range bag with each purchase.
The Para-USA LDA format in .45acp might be worth checking too. The models have a lifetime warranty & I think the company still offers a $100.00 rebate until 10/31/2014 but check the Para-USA website. Para LDA's are like 1911 pistols with a DA only trigger.

Rusty
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[TomJ]

Another vote for the 30S

I'm a big fan of Springfield Armory and own several, but stumbled onto the 30s. It shoots and conceals well and is comfortable when I'm carrying it all day. Good capacity and as with all Glocks, is reliable. My hands are small to mid size, and I'm not comfortable with larger grips. These grips are larger than my SA's, but are comfortable.

 

[orionengnr]

So, when the OP posted back in January, talking about the Ruger and the Kahr, the answer is "get a Glock".
seven or eight months later, he posts back, saying he bought the Kahr, and the first two replies are "get a Glock".

I guess some people just can't help themselves, but it sure gets old...

 

[Bullz]

You'll love it

It's glock simple with 1911 ergonomics, and it's lighter and easier to carry than either of the two. It's also surprisingly accurate. You should be able to shoot the full mag within 1 inch at 7 yards once you learn the trigger. It'll shoot as accurately as you can.

I carry mine appendix IWB and a t-shirt is all the cover garment that is necessary. Regardless of how you carry or your primary holster choice, do yourself a favor and order a Raven Concealment Vanguard "holster." It's about $20 (which seems expensive for what it is) and will allow the pistol to safely fill roles that probably had not previously occurred to you.

Let me know if you have any questions and I'll share what I've learned over the years about carrying a Kahr.

 

[RussellC]

I chose Glock 30S. Bottom of the 30 SF, so it holds 10+1 (or 13+1 with the 21 clip and spacer) and the thinner slide of the 36. Fits my hand like it was made for me.

Russellc

 

[NGIB]

I carried a smallish 1911 for a number of years and finally relented and switched to a Glock 30S. It's hot here in GA and every ounce of weight makes a difference...

 

[mdauben]

I chose Glock 30S. Bottom of the 30 SF, so it holds 10+1 (or 13+1 with the 21 clip and spacer) and the thinner slide of the 36. Fits my hand like it was made for me.

I love my G36 but if the 30S had been available when I bought it, I would probably have gone with the "S".

 

[RussellC]

I'm a big fan of Springfield Armory and own several, but stumbled onto the 30s. It shoots and conceals well and is comfortable when I'm carrying it all day. Good capacity and as with all Glocks, is reliable. My hands are small to mid size, and I'm not comfortable with larger grips. These grips are larger than my SA's, but are comfortable.

Yup, me too. 30S

Russellc

 

[RussellC]

I love my G36 but if the 30S had been available when I bought it, I would probably have gone with the "S".

I was very lucky that the shop I was in had them all, so I could get a good feel of each. The entire
'30" series, the 36, all of them. While everyone will vary, I bought the 30S on the spot because for me, it fit "just right"...someone else may not feel that way, and I would love them all. But I'm a Glock guy.

Russellc

 

[RussellC]

I love my G36 but if the 30S had been available when I bought it, I would probably have gone with the "S".

I'm sure your 36 conceals a little better.

 

[Teachu2]

Sometimes I carry a 30SF, sometimes a 36. If I want a 30S, it only takes a minute....

 

[RussellC]

Too bad I cant just but a 36 "bottom" Oh well.

Russellc