I have one permit left now and I plan on adding another .45 to the collection. I'm open to any suggestions but I'm leaning towards one of these three:
Witness Elite Match .45, P220, Jericho 941 45

 

I'd like to avoid another striker fire, but the M&P is a possibility. FNX? Sig/Mauser M2? What else should I consider? I like weird European guns. 

I'm really looking at the Jericho as well. I just want the Magnum Research version more so I can have the big eagle and baby eagle

I'd highly suggest the M&P 45. If you are dead set against a striker gun, then the HK45.

No offense but I'd stay away from any of the guns you listed. None of them are known for quality. SIGs used to be, but their QC took a nosedive since 2005 or so.

It wouldn't be a new gun, I only really buy used. If anything a West German Sig. 

USP45 / HK 45

 

If you want to stick with a metal frame, go CZ97, all the looks of the Jericho, with way more parts availability and better reliability.

P220 or P227 would be my first choice...

 

Some of the various HKs are a close second...

 

 

Or the best gun ever made, the HiPoint JHP45ACP

fnh fnp 45, comparable to an hk but much more affordable...

P220 or P227 would be my first choice...

 

Some of the various HKs are a close second...

 

 

Or the best gun ever made, the HiPoint JHP45ACP

I heard HiPoints really aren't all that bad, they just look like Star Wars guns. 

I'd highly suggest the M&P 45. If you are dead set against a striker gun, then the HK45.

No offense but I'd stay away from any of the guns you listed. None of them are known for quality. SIGs used to be, but their QC took a nosedive since 2005 or so.

This is good advice

 

ETA: I just saw your Avatar and wanted to say this: Don't base your firearms choices off of TV shows or cartoons.

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If you have larger-sized hands, and since you're looking at Witness', check out the CZ 97b. I wouldn't suggest carrying it daily, but for range fun and home defense, it is an awesome pistol. One of the most accurate .45's out there.

If you have larger-sized hands, and since you're looking at Witness', check out the CZ 97b. I wouldn't suggest carrying it daily, but for range fun and home defense, it is an awesome pistol. One of the most accurate .45's out there.

 

+1

My vote would definitely go to the p220. I own a p220 stainless carry and it quickly became one of my favorites. Smoothest shooting .45 I own. Fits absolutely perfect in my hand. All I see and feel is quality when I'm holding that firearm. Jmo

FNX--45... Hammer fired, Single /Double action capability, double stacked mag, 15+1 capacity... Comes with 3 15 round mags.. Great price $600 range..

HK45 all the way. If you want something collectible then get a HK USP Match.

No offense but I'd stay away from any of the guns you listed. None of them are known for quality. SIGs used to be, but their QC took a nosedive since 2005 or so.

 

Balderdash!!!!!!

 

This applies here also...

 

http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php/topic/57854-internal-locks-on-sw-revolvers/

 

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Adios,

 

Pizza Bob

Balderdash!!!!!!

 

This applies here also...

 

http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php/topic/57854-internal-locks-on-sw-revolvers/

 

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Adios,

 

Pizza Bob

The parts aren't as durable as they once were. My own immediate observation is that out of the box triggers on older SIGs are also better.

 

Here is some further reading. The fact that this debate even exists, especially on a forum where many people know what they're talking about, should be enough to raise questions.

 

http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=117571

 

There's a few more threads like the one above too.

Also dont forget the the fnh fnp/fnx 45 can be carried cocked and locked like a 1911. She is a large gun 15+1 but is light in weight unloaded, I think the h&k is heavier...

I have to disagree with Bob on this one!

The EAA Witness is a very well made gun.

Tanfoligo makes some good quality guns in the mid-range price bracket

Yes, you can get better, but your going to pay for it (just like any other gun model)

None of them are known for quality. SIGs used to be, but their QC took a nosedive since 2005 or so.

This gets repeated so much. I think its said to make people with the german guns feel good. To the OP I would suggest a S&W 625-A

spring field xd 45

If you don't have a revolver in .45 ACP, I recommend the S&W 625.  As far as the others go, I would look at a S&W M&P 45, or maybe the Baby Eagle II polymer or steel...

This gets repeated so much. I think its said to make people with the german guns feel good.

 

Not here...I'm not necessarily a German gun fanboy. In fact, I suggested the M&P45 first. The only current German pistols I usually suggest to people are the HK45/P30 or the Walther PPQ.

FNX--45... Hammer fired, Single /Double action capability, double stacked mag, 15+1 capacity... Comes with 3 15 round mags.. Great price $600 range..

This. I love mine.

S&W 4506.   DA/SA   Very underrated series of guns.

No love for the px4 .45?

Ah, theorizing about another (non-Glock) .45 auto. What good sport.

 

If I were you my top three hammer candidates and features would be (in no particular order):

Sig P220: DA/SA, all metal, double strike capability, no safety, de-cocker, ergonomics.

HK45: DA/SA, Safety/De-cocker, Condition 1 carry, double-strike capability, ergonomics, trigger finger mag release.

FNP-45: 15 round capacity, DA/SA, ambidextrous Safety/De-cocker, Condition 1 carry, double-strike capability.

 

Striker fired:

M&P 45: Ergonomics, light weight, with or without safety.

 

My only real 'advice' is that you really MUST handle these before purchase, especially the H&K. (Love that grip!) If you can't shoot them prior to purchase, dry fire each of them. Bring some Snap Caps to the store. Compare the DA/SA triggers.

 

Then your opinions should be durable. Good luck with that permit!

FNX 45 all the way

USP45 / HK 45

^^^^^ for sure!

 

 

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this is a good vid comparing the 2 k&k vs fnp....

 

 

heres another

 

I went to some stores today and handled a few. I'm favoring the P220. It's all metal, but it feel soooo LIGHT. Unbelievably light!