45 Best 45 Caliber Pistols

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The FNX -45 is the result of years of innovative product development and advanced engineering techniques. Modeled after the FNP-45 service pistol introduced in 2007 under the U.S. Joint Combat Pistol... read more

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Best Pistols For Self Defense

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Best Handguns For Protection

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Best Pistols To Own

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Best Pistol Brand

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From $655.03

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Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 Tactical II

Featuring a parkerized steel frame, the Rock Island Armory M1911-A1 .40 S&W Pistol also includes G10 grips and an extended beavertail. The pistol has a single-action design with an 8+1 ammo capacity,... read more

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Best Tactical Pistols

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Best 1911 9mm Pistols

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Best 1911

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From $1056.72

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Heckler & Koch USP45

Originally designed for the American market, the USP (Universal Self-loading Pistol) has found international acceptance as an accurate and ultra-reliable handgun. Features favored by U.S. law enforcem... read more

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The Best Guns For Home Defense

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Best Rated 40 Caliber Pistols

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Best Handgun Manufacturers

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Best 45 Pistols

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From $1551.25

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Dan Wesson Specialist

The Dan Wesson lines of 1911 semi-automatic pistols from CZ-USA are among the finest examples of the iconic John Moses Browning design around. The Specialist is a full-sized 1911 with a 5" stainless s... read more

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Best Competition Pistols

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Best Handguns 2022

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From $874.65

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HK Tactical

Originally developed for the U.S. militarys next generation handgun competition the new HK45 Tactical comes standard with a threaded barrel and supressor sights. With a choice of three frame colors (g... read more

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From $890.69

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Smith & Wesson SW1911

The commitment to the 1911 pistols has never been greater, whether you want carbon steel, stainless steel or lightweight scandium alloy construction, you are sure to find the highest quality 1911 made... read more

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From $597.01

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Citadel 1911

Absolutely the best triggers out of the box for an entry level 1911. Built by Armscor (Rock Island Armory), the Citadel M-1911 series oers solid performance and reliability for sport shooting, conceal... read more

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Best 1911 9mm Pistols

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Best 1911

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Best 1911 Handguns

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From $1057.40

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SIG Sauer 1911 STX

The 1911 STX from the SIG SAUER Custom Shop is a two-tone 1911 thats loaded with features. This non-railed pistol features a Nitron slide over a Natural Stainless frame and is accented by beautiful cu... read more

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The Best Sig Sauer Handgun

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Best Sig Sauer

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Best 1911 Brands

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From $961.99

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Kimber Ultra Carry II

Size matters in a concealed carry pistol. Reduced dimensions and light weight are as important as magazine capacity and power. Kimber Ultra Carry pistols in .45 ACP and 9 mm have it all, and put it to... read more

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Best Compact Pistols

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Best 9mm Compacts

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From $1023.46

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STI International Edge

Integrating patented 2011 technology with classic 1911 design, the STI International Edge is a high capacity pistol that carries John Browning?Ts design into the 21st Century. Since its introduction i... read more

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