Nick Weidhaas Posted June 29, 2003 Share Posted June 29, 2003 I can't buy a SV .40cal only a .45ACP due to stupid laws in MA. I was just wondering if anyone uses an Infinity in .45ACP and how they like it? Pros/Cons, etc? Thanks, Nick- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chriss Grube Posted June 30, 2003 Share Posted June 30, 2003 Buy a .45 with the switchable breach face and then switch out the barrel. SV might actually fit a extra barrel for you in advance. What is the difference in 45 or 40 as the law is concerned? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Weidhaas Posted June 30, 2003 Author Share Posted June 30, 2003 Chris, MA has an "approved firearms roster" which are firearms the State has determined as "safe" and approved for sale. This law was passed as an attempt to get rid of junk guns or "Saturday Night Specials." However, all it really was was a play to ban or limit certain firearms. 1911 type firearms took hit. Right now the only 1911's we can buy from a dealer are Para Ord., SV, and the new S&W 1911 (go figure). The "Roster" was recently updated and SV was added to the list as they have compliant MA and CA guns. In MA they are the Infinity and Traditional. However, both guns are listed in .45ACP only on the approved list. I have no idea why. If the gun is approved, I can's see why the caliber would make any difference. Word of advice....don't move to MA, CA, NJ, or NY. It is going to get worse before it gets better. Thanks, Nick- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlos Posted June 30, 2003 Share Posted June 30, 2003 Add MD & the District to that list. I shot a .45 STI Edge for 1.5 seasons; w/ Clays pushing 200 RNs or 185s, the gun was accurate and as soft shooting as the .40s. Only problem is, you will only get about 15 rounds in a magazine updated w/ the current STI or SV tubes. Sold my gun but I still have 2 Grams-tuned .45 magazines that use the original, shallow rib tubes from the early 1990s; these will reliably hold 16 for a start capacity of 17 rounds - which then puts you fairly close to the guys shooting .40s. Nothing wrong w/ the .45; brass lasts forever & reloading is very simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overkill Posted June 30, 2003 Share Posted June 30, 2003 Chris, If the gun is approved, I can's see why the caliber would make any difference. I dont know about Ms but in California even finish matters. If they want to sell a gun in blue steel and SS. They have to submit, test, and pay fees for each. No logic. Just obstructionism with a hint of extorsion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Weidhaas Posted September 7, 2003 Author Share Posted September 7, 2003 Will start shooting 3 gun in 04'. If I shoot the tactical class, what is the most popular pistol. I was thinking a SV .40 or G35 or 22 would be popular choices. Would rather shoot he-man class with .45acp 1911, but if I don't, I was looking for best option for tactical class pistol. Thanks in advance, Nick- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino Posted September 7, 2003 Share Posted September 7, 2003 You could go with a Para in .45ACP. Then you have the He-Man and the high cap (18+1 with Gramms pads) in one gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted September 7, 2003 Share Posted September 7, 2003 3-gunning is all about equipment that works. Whatever you pick...make sure it running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrett Posted September 8, 2003 Share Posted September 8, 2003 Whatever you pick...make sure it running. And to that I'd add, use which ever one you shoot best with. If one is more comfortable, or shoots better for you, go with that one. I enjoy shooting my Glocks, but I do better with my Paras. Just a matter of personal preference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Og Posted September 8, 2003 Share Posted September 8, 2003 I use a Glock 35. I like using a Hi-cap gun because you only have room on you're belt for so many mag pouches. So I wind up with two spare mags for my pistol on my belt all the time and, depending on the stage, room left for a couple spare mags for my AR if needed and I am ready for just about any stage that I might run into. Most shooters appear to use either Glocks or STI/SV's but in all fairness there are a few competitive shooters that still use single stacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Weidhaas Posted September 8, 2003 Author Share Posted September 8, 2003 Thanks for the input. Maybe I will just shoot my 1911 and put the $$ into other equipment/supplies. I can always get another pistol down the road. Thanks, Nick- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino Posted September 8, 2003 Share Posted September 8, 2003 Sounds like a good plan. If you get low on belt space, you can get a mag carrier that will hold four in same belt space as two (Bianchi makes one to go along with their military gear line as well as others). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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