.45 ACP...pistol
06-21-2006, 08:44 AM
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Fork Horn
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.45 ACP...pistol
What is the biggest animal this cartidge could kill?? I am very new to pistols but I am in love with the 1911 look so I am thinking about getting one...what do you guys think or what do you think woul dbe a better first pistol??
06-21-2006, 09:12 AM
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Boone & Crockett
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RE: .45 ACP...pistol
With the right shot placemnet the 45 ACP would kill about any animal in NA. However this is not really their intended use. It is mainly a short range self defense cartridge and an excellent taget and match caliber. If hunting big game is what you have in mind then the 357 Mag would be my minimum choice and the 44 Mag would be better yet. For self defense and fun shooting though, the 1911 45 ACP is a very good choice.
06-21-2006, 05:55 PM
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Nontypical Buck
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RE: .45 ACP...pistol
Agreed. A great antipersonnel piece if that is what you need. Not the best hunter. Petrey10, you did not say what your intended use is. If you are a self trainer on pistol shooting, you *might* want to start out with a .357 magnum loaded with 38 special wadcutters. To be honest, the great M1911 intimidates people both in front of, and behind, the muzzle. Now if you have a decent coach, go for it.
06-22-2006, 01:03 AM
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Nontypical Buck
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RE: .45 ACP...pistol
ORIGINAL: biscuit jake
I reckon the 9mm will do the job and ammo is a skosh cheaper. Easier to learn to shoot for the average soldier.
I reckon the 9mm will do the job and ammo is a skosh cheaper. Easier to learn to shoot for the average soldier.
Seriously? I love the .45. I would definately recommend the Kimber. They make the best .45 hands down. Kinda pricey, but worth it.