XD45 vs SW4586 vs Springfield GI 1911 Champion for CCW

[simonz]

I'd like your opinions on what would the best semi-auto handgun for general CCW. An XD45, SW4586 or a Springfield GI 1911 Champion (4")

I have and XD45, but would like an extra thumb safty like the 1911. The SW4586 is quite heavy, but has a DAO trigger and no safety. The SA GI 1911 Champion could have 1911 reliability issues with certain ammo.

I'm leaning towards the 1911. My shooting skills are only average as I don't get to the range as often as I'd like.

simonz

 

[bigmike45]

simoniz,

I cannot speak for the 4586, but I have the XD45 and have had 2 Champions and can recommend them both. The XD45 has all the safeties I will ever need and feel very comfortable carrying it as my primary CCW. I have replaced my Champions with a Wilson Professional and carry it as much as the XD. Try both with your favorite holster and I believe you will eventually find the correct system for your needs. Had the XD been my first weapon bought I probably would have never bought a 1911. My first CCW was a revolver but moved on to the 4" 1911 and have never looked back.

Good luck on your decision!

 

[browningguy]

In my experience most of the newer 1911's are reliable with just about any factory ammo. It's only when people start "improving" them that you often see reliability problems.

Of course I carry High powers in .40 S&W so my recent experience is shooting other peoples 1911's.

 

[TomN]

I found the XD45 just a tad thick and long in the grip to conceal well for me. I'd love to carry one though. It's a nice pistol.