I don't own any guns chambered for .45LC, but am thinking of getting my fist one. I know this cartridge has been around longer than almost any other, with a longevity somewhat equal to .38 Special. So I am surprised at the lack of ammo brands and availability of these guns. Why is that?
It seems on paper to be the perfect cartridge. Big, yet faster than .45ACP or .44Special. Not as fast as a Magnum, so it won't hurt the hand as much. 225 grains at about 950fps. Yah, that seems just about right for a manstopper.
The only S&W gun I can buy with a .45LC is a 625, and its not even listed on the Smith & Wesson site anymore. Why not more choices? Yes, I know there are many Single Action choices, but why not mainstream SA/DA?
Can anyone explain the popularity of this cartridge lasting over a century, yet also the unpopularity of it?
-Robert
It seems on paper to be the perfect cartridge. Big, yet faster than .45ACP or .44Special. Not as fast as a Magnum, so it won't hurt the hand as much. 225 grains at about 950fps. Yah, that seems just about right for a manstopper.
The only S&W gun I can buy with a .45LC is a 625, and its not even listed on the Smith & Wesson site anymore. Why not more choices? Yes, I know there are many Single Action choices, but why not mainstream SA/DA?
Can anyone explain the popularity of this cartridge lasting over a century, yet also the unpopularity of it?
-Robert