Recommend Some .45s for Smaller Mitts

[PoorMan]

I'm a relatively newer shooter and as I learn and practice more I am coming to the conclusion my G21 is too big for my mitts. I haven't got my hands on a G21SF yet (that might just be the answer), but I'm curious to hear what else I should consider for in the 45ACP platform.

Not interested in 1911s right now.

Ideally:
* full-size frame (definitely do not want compact or sub-compact)
* ability to mount light/laser
* 10+1
* Glock-ish (good aftermarket support, reliable, eats everything, basic, simple to operate, disassemble and clean)
* 4.4" - 5" barrel

So far I'm thinking I need to look into an H&K USP45 and a Sig P220. Maybe Beretta 92FS? CZs are hot right now (not really familiar with their offerings). Thoughts? Other options?

Thanks!

[nrakid88]

Try the SF, they feel great

[nrakid88]

M&P 45 has the adjustable grip

[003]

If you can find one for sale in California, hard to go wrong with a Sig 227. Has everything you asked for. The frame is just about the exact size of the 226.

[CSACANNONEER]

Go single stack and don't look back.

I have shorter fingers and that's my take. But, since you're a newer shooter, you'll probably learn the hard way by buying double stack guns so you have 10+ rounds instead of learning to shoot properly and proficiently and knowing that you can hit what you need to with a 1911 and 8 + 1 rounds.

[PoorMan]

Go single stack and don't look back.

I have shorter fingers and that's my take. But, since you're a newer shooter, you'll probably learn the hard way by buying double stack guns so you have 10+ rounds instead of learning to shoot properly and proficiently and knowing that you can hit what you need to with a 1911 and 8 + 1 rounds.

Yep. Already did learn the hard way.

I'd consider single stack 8+1, but not really interested in 1911s right now.

[jkody]

I'll recommend a 1911 anyway but, I do like the Glock 36. It's single stack .45 and the grip is slim.

[Fishslayer]

SIG 220. Extended 10rd mags are available

[gringo m]

XD45.

[PoorMan]

I'll recommend a 1911 anyway but, I do like the Glock 36. It's single stack .45 and the grip is slim.

I don't care for the compact and sub-compacts I have shot.

[gsparesa]

I can vouch for the P220. Single stack luv����. You will however need to learn to shoot double action/single action. This is not for everyone. Sig makes beautiful action smooth and accurate handguns that I can spend hours fondling, I mean admiring.

[E92335i]

Springfield XD maybe? HK parts are expensive.

[boltstop]

Ruger SR 45.

Pretty thin grip but also double stack so holds 10. More in free states.

[iluvmycolt]

M&P 45.

[motoman96]

MP 45 also