Best .45ACP?
That's easy! Whatever 1911 I happen to be holding in my hand. In this case, it's a minty Series 70 Government Model, just as it left the factory in 1973...collet bushing and all...
vanfunk
I was a fool for Dornaus & Dixon's (or "Bren Ten") Marksman Special. I thought it was far and away the best .45 ACP I'd ever shot/owned (but I haven't yet owned a 1911 in .45, so my experience is somewhat limited.)
I know it's similar to EAA's Witness, somewhat, in appearance, but--HA!--don't make me laugh! There's no comparison!
However, in terms of durability, I have to admit the D&D was a big question mark. Since so few were ever made, finding replacement parts would have been a real problem!
Colt, when they were made by people who cared what they sold. pre series 70 then add a grip safety and a medium or long trigger, those two mods make it the best ever in my opinion. (maybe add little higher profile sights as i now have post 45 yo eyes)
What, no Ruger P-90? Seriously, out of the 45 acps that I have shot, the best are in no particulat order: Colt Gold Cup, Kimber Classic, Sig P220, CZ-97b, S&W 645, Glock 21, 30, & 36.
Well, currently I own a USP-45F, Glock 21, Sig P220, Ruger P90, EAA Witness, S&W SW99 and a three 1911s (Auto Ordnanace 1911A1, Springfield WWII USGI, and a Kimber Royal Carry)in my .45 Auto collection. I have to say that my favorite out of all of them at this time would be the USP-45. As soon as Springfield releases the 5" version of the new XD45, I'll be looking to add that one as well and see how it stacks up against the others but for now, it's still the HK leading the pack.
Can't believe I'm the only one to nominate Smith's 945. Second choice would be a stock Series 70 Colt Gold Cup. And for those picking Smith's Model of 1955 Target-you're comparing apples and watermelons !
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