HK45C
10 Round OEM Mags

 

This I can't agree with more. All different varieties of triggers you can get from factory as well depending on what you like. You will not be surprised by iffy quality either. I've not heard good things from the Colt brand lately.

 

44mag revolver.
Then get the 44mag in lever action..

 

44mag revolver.
Then get the 44mag in lever action..

This guy has it figured out

 

If you don’t own a 1911 already and never have, my vote would go to the 1911.

If you can’t find your Colt, Ruger and Rock Island Armory make some suitable models in your price range. I just spotted a Rock Island Tac Ultra FS 1911 (has a rail if you want to add a weapon light) for under $650.

 

Colt 1911, either the classic or the competition if your able.

 

Colt 1911, either the classic or the competition if your able.

Yep. …. If it’s got to be a 1911, get the original. Hint: it’s the one with the Pony on it.

Admittedly, it’s a low capacity boat-anchor compared to a Glock, but a Colt 1911 exudes style and classic lines.

 

Given those two choices I would go with the 1911. The Blackhawk would be fun but practical applications would be narrower, and a lot more costly to shoot.

 

True, if you reload go wirh the 44 if not go with the 45

 

.44 mag lever action

 

Get the SBH.

$800 doesn't get you much of a 1911 these days it seems, but you'll have one of the best value and performing single action .44s available.

 

1911 if you don’t have one

 

Colt 1911 Government Model. I bet you could find a used Ruger Super Blackhawk later.

 

Absolutely the Colt.

Used Ruger Blackhawks are all over the place. Find a 45 LC/45 ACP convertible.

 

A quality 1911. Because every American Pistolero should have one. Owned this Mk IV/Series ‘70 since 1974...🇺🇸

Purchased the Para-Ord 10-45 in 2009. My first dedicated CCW. Lotsa power in a small package.

Good luck with that evil and unconstitutional Oregon Measure 114. I’ve followed the decision closely.

The Harney County Judge will most likely rule against it. As you know, it’s a very Conservative region. At least the licensing requirements. Ten round capacity might be the proffered trade-off. Although I certainly hope it’s all pitched into the rubbish bin.

 

 

Heavy loads in that 44 always made me smile

 

First, would maximize my money by buying used. Buying new is for people who don't know anything about guns. Second, why Colt? You can get a lot more gun for the money from Springfield Armory.

 

You can get a lot more gun for the money from Springfield Armory.

And what do the use their money for?
I won't buy anything from SA no matter what the price is.

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I have a 44 lever action and a Colt Gov't 1911 45acp.

I also have a 357 lever action and a Gp100 6" in 357.

I tell you all that to tell you this: I also want(ed) a 44 mag revolver to compliment my 44 lever action like my 357 duo, but I feel more than adequate with 357 in a wheel gun. Honestly, I don't want much more than that as far as power and recoil from a handgun. Not that I NEED my guns to be enjoyable to shoot, but I should at least WANT to go shoot them. The 6" 357 is right at that threshold for me wanting to go shoot it from time to time.
On the extreme, I had a S&W PC 500 with the 10.5" barrel. Beautiful piece that got all the attention at the range and when showing guests at my house. But I dreaded just thinking about shooting it. The last straw for me with that gun was one time a chunk of burning powder escaped from between the cylinder and the chamber, hit my cheek and left a scar. No more 500 and no more BIG wheel guns for me. I think the 44 mag has fallen off my "want list."

As I said, I have a 1911 and cannot say enough good things about shooting a 1911. Get one if you don't have one. In 45 ACP of course. A colt is a good starting point too IMO. Afterall, ACP stands for Automatic Colt Pistol

 

Just do it. One this month, one next month.

Ruger® New Model Blackhawk® Convertible Single-Action Revolver Model 0320


Ruger® New Model Blackhawk® Convertible Single-Action Revolver Model 0472


When you have saved up in the third month for the 44 SRH, get this one,

Ruger® Super Redhawk® Standard Double-Action Revolver Model 5505


If you want me to state why, just ask.

 

Well….he lives in Oregon.
Looking to the future, a single action revolver is probably the last thing the Dems will grab.

But yes, a good 1911 is as good as it gets, so that’s my vote now.
Don’t think a Colt CG can be had for his budget.
However my Rock .38 Super has been flawless for 5 years….but, it is one ugly piece. They didn’t even finish machining the ejection port!

Bottom line-if you can find a Colt within budget, buy it. If not, RIA.

Oh, BTW, If I lived in Oregon and couldn’t move out-I’d buy a Blackhawk .357/9mm.

 

1911, .45acp…

 

I have both so I have to look at this from this perspective, which could I do without if I had to give up one. I would have to keep the 1911, even though I love the Super Blackhawk. It took a long time to acquire both and I hate the thought, but it's the practical thing to do. Glad I do not have to make that decision.

 

The 2 options are very different - so ultimately the best choice for you depends upon your needs / preferences. I had a Ruger SRH in .44mag with a 9.5" barrel that I sold a few years ago. It was a great gun and I enjoyed shooting it for a while. I sold it because I hadn't used it for several years, and I didn't see that changing. There was something else that I wanted more and I don't regret the decision.
But, that was me.

I don't know much about the pending issue in Oregon. I really hope that it doesn't pass, or if it does - that it doesn't restrict things as tightly as your post indicates. It sounds like it might be pushing you to making a panic buying decision. In the few minutes that I spent on Google, it doesn't appear that the Oregon gun control measure would become effective until July 1, 2024 (if it passes at all).

This is intended to be helpful. I just don't want you to go out and make a rushed purchase - when you could have waited a bit and made the right purchase for you. (Please confirm the info about the proposed Oregon law - the 7/1/24 info that I posted could be incorrect.) Good luck!

 

With that budget and if you don’t have a 44 mag or single action revolver, I would get the Ruger. Everyone should have a 44 mag and a 1911. I would wait on the 1911 until I had a little better budget. Good luck.

 

If you like shooting the 44, the price of the ammo will become a factor in how much you shoot. I didn't buy anything in 327, 41 mag, 44 special, and 44 mag until I started reloading.

 

The question is. How much will 500 rds of 45 acp cost compared to 500 rds or 44 mag. Unless you're in to reloading. I reload and to date am still trying to get enough components together to justify buying a friends 44 M lever action Winchester. The price is right, just not set up $$ wise to get in to another caliber atm.

 

Going on caliber only and not knowing what other guns you have I would lean 44. Magnum and special cover a lot of bases. 45 acp just can't do what the 44 can and if it's going to be a while before you get another, the 44 will fill a larger hole.

 

Have you actually located the guns you want for the price you're willing to pay? It seems like even $800 out the door for either of these guns might be hard to find.

 

Those are two great choices. Everybody should own a 1911 and a single action revolver. Can't go wrong with either choice.

I would not go with a "cheap" 1911, it will only leave you wanting a nicer one sooner, rather than later. 44 mag blackhawk is sweet too, Underwood makes a +p+ in 44 that comes into middle of the road 454 performance, and the blackhawk can take it.