Compact .45 - HK45C

DA/SA Model: $1,147.00

"Smaller in length and height that the standard HK45, the HK45 Compact (HK45C) uses a slim-line grip profile, otherwise is nearly identical in features to the full-size HK45." Heckler & Koch - USA

Specs:

•  Caliber: .45 ACP
• Length: 7.20 inches
• Height: 5.59 inches
• Overall Width Incl. Lever: 1.42 inches
• Barrel Length: 3.94 inches
• Sight Radius: 5.58 inches
• Weight With Magazine: 1.58 lb/716 grams
• Magazine Capacity: 10
• Sights: Fixed
• Action: Recoil operated weapon with modified Browning locking system and recoil buffer system

Key Features:

• Integral MIL-STD-1913 (Picatinny) rail molded into the polymer frame dust cover for mounting lights, laser aimers, and other accessories
• ERGO (HK45 full-size) and slim-line (HK45 Compact) grip profiles with user replaceable grip panels to adjust the feel and grip circumference of the weapon to suit individual operator hand size and shooting preference
• 8-round metal magazine is standard for the HK45C, common high-capacity (10 rounds) that fit both the HK45 and HK45C also available
• Ambidextrous controls with dual slide releases and enlarged magazine release
• Uses the proven modified Browning linkless recoil operating system
• O-ring barrel for precise barrel-to-slide lockup and better accuracy
• Polygonal rifling for longer barrel life and increased accuracy
• Improved ergonomic control levers (safety and/or decocking)
• Low profile drift adjustable 3-dot sights
• Contoured and radiused slide with forward slide (grasping) grooves and anti-glare longitudinal ribs
• Choice of black or neutral colored (tan) polymer frame

Gun Magazine Reviews:

• Incorporates Ergonomics of the Revered P2000
• HK Design Advisors Larry Vickers and Ken Hackathorn
• White, Three Dot Sights Have Good Visibility
• Rubber O-Ring Barrel Bushing and White Recoil Spring Buffer Enhance Pistol Longevity
• "Variant 1" Trigger System Allows Carry Cocked and Locked or Hammer Down, and De-Cocking. (Problem-can lead to accidentally de-cocking the gun when flipping safety off).
• Large Slide-Stop is Ambidextrous
• Trigger Guard Shape Allows Visual Check of DA or SA Modes.
• Smooth DA Trigger Pull-10.5 lbs, SA Pull-5.75 lbs.
• Magazines: Easy to Load. Witness holes 2-8.
• "Consistently Accurate"
•  Best group: 1.1", worst: 1.8" at 50 Feet.
• Reliability: "Flawless". Slide Locks Open When Empty. Drop-Free Magazines.
• Vicious Rumor: "This Piece Recently Adopted by SEAL Team 6"

Gun Forum Opinions: 95% Positive

Gripes:

• Pricey
• Magazines Not Compatible w/Full Size HK45
• Long Trigger Pull in DA