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Looking for a 45 Suppressor Ready Handgun

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#1 ·
I am a big 1911 fan. Love some Wilson Combat, Nighthawk etc. While WC does put a threaded barrel on some of their guns, they don't have a model dedicated for a suppressor like Nighthawk. Nighthawk is a great 1911 but not sure about going that route. That brings me to this: http://www.fnhusa.com/products/handguns/fnx-series/fnx-45-tactical/

Does anyone own this gun? Do you have another idea for a gun that you use a suppressor on?

The only one I am not interested in is a Glock. Fine gun, works well, just not a Glock fan.

Would love to see what y'all use. Also good and bad things about the FNX 4 Tactical.

Thanks in advance!
 
#2 ·
There are places that make barrels for handguns you may already own. I had a bushingless bull barrel made for my 1911 by Bar-Sto. It was not cheap but is really nice. Sig sells drop in barrels for most of their pistol lines too. I think CZ is making threaded barrels too now. I am also looking at a new .45 host and am down to a choice between HK45 & Sig P227. :dunno:
 
#4 ·
Sig 1911 tac ops. Remington 1911 there are a few. I have the sig tac ops and like it. Comes with 4 mags night sights and i have done 300 rnd run on the pistol with no issues. The only time i stopped was to reload mags. These were aimed shots not fast mag dumps. It was very dirty obviously but not hard to clean. I like the fn that has the panel to put the dot sight on. I chose the 1911 just because it fit my hand better.
 
#5 ·
Like Partsfreak said... Have you considered getting something like this for one of your 1911s?
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/248584/storm-lake-barrel-1911-government-45-acp-1-in-16-twist-5755-semi-drop-in-stainless-steel-578-28-threaded-muzzle-with-thread-protector
 
#6 ·
I have an ATI FX-45-K tactical 1911 with the threaded barrel. It is a 3.5 inch barrel. It is a good and dependable. I have put several hundred rounds through mine and no issues. Edited to add photo. I have replaced the grips with MagPul grips that have the thumb cutout. () - edit to add silencer detail. Ti-Rant45 but I have multiple pistons and use on my Glock 17 9mm or a 40 caliber




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#7 ·
HK45 & Sig P227 & FNX 4 Tactical were the three I have been looking at. Wanted to see who has owned and shot these guns. I have considered a barrel for one of my 1911s but that is like putting a moon roof in your car. Why...when it gives me a reason to buy a convertible :D.

Just trying get some more ideas!
 
#8 ·
DR915 said:
HK45 & Sig P227 & FNX 4 Tactical were the three I have been looking at. Wanted to see who has owned and shot these guns. I have considered a barrel for one of my 1911s but that is like putting a moon roof in your car. Why...when it gives me a reason to buy a convertible :D.

Just trying get some more ideas!
I was looking into the FNX 45 at 1st but ruled it out after I held one. I just didn't like the way it felt. I have almost $500.00 in Cabelas points so I am waiting a bit longer before I pick the HK or Sig. Here's my 1911 with the can & Bar-Sto barrel.
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#9 ·
Partsfreak said:
DR915 said:
HK45 & Sig P227 & FNX 4 Tactical were the three I have been looking at. Wanted to see who has owned and shot these guns. I have considered a barrel for one of my 1911s but that is like putting a moon roof in your car. Why...when it gives me a reason to buy a convertible :D.

Just trying get some more ideas!
I was looking into the FNX 45 at 1st but ruled it out after I held one. I just didn't like the way it felt. I have almost $500.00 in Cabelas points so I am waiting a bit longer before I pick the HK or Sig. Here's my 1911 with the can & Bar-Sto barrel.
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I held a FNX today too and it just didn't feel right to me. That's why I posted this. I need to go hold a Sig. I am not in a rush, because I just sent in the paper work. Triangle Shooting will be a big Sig seller and I will be able to try it out before buying. Never owned a Sig before.
 
#11 ·
NCWildhorse said:
Where are you located at? If you'd like to try mine, we could meet at a range. PM if you want to. I live in the Winston Salem area...
Very kind of you. I am in Raleigh, I come past WS every 3rd Sunday for a big bore match. I will keep that in mind. Thanks
 
#12 ·
The small 1911's make those cans look really big don't they?

NCWildhorse said:
I have an ATI FX-45-K tactical 1911 with the threaded barrel. It is a 3.5 inch barrel. It is a good and dependable. I have put several hundred rounds through mine and no issues. Edited to add photo. I have replaced the grips with MagPul grips that have the thumb cutout. () - edit to add silencer detail. Ti-Rant45 but I have multiple pistons and use on my Glock 17 9mm or a 40 caliber




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#13 ·
Partsfreak said:
The small 1911's make those cans look really big don't they?

NCWildhorse said:
I have an ATI FX-45-K tactical 1911 with the threaded barrel. It is a 3.5 inch barrel. It is a good and dependable. I have put several hundred rounds through mine and no issues. Edited to add photo. I have replaced the grips with MagPul grips that have the thumb cutout. () - edit to add silencer detail. Ti-Rant45 but I have multiple pistons and use on my Glock 17 9mm or a 40 caliber




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But nothing looks nicer than a 1911...except a 1911 with a can. Can you see over the suppressor with the sights?
 
#14 ·
I use the same can on another pistol as well and cannot see over the can with either. But it really doesnt matter because as long as you can see the front sight, you can still put the dot on target. Kind of like looking thru it. You will see when you get yours. Its not a problem at all.
 
#15 ·
It has bigger sights on it. Like Partsfreak said, using the front sight isn't an issue. I am fairly accurate with it.

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#16 ·
If you can still find one the Para 1911 Black Ops TB is a good option. Threaded and suppressor sights. I think it's available in single of double stack.
 
#18 ·
If you are concerned about the sight-picture, then you may want to consider the Silencerco OSPRAY as seen on Mythbusters...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhdXly6jT4E
 
#19 ·
I have 2 of the FNX tacticals (one black and 1 FDE) and have shot both suppressed (osprey) and non supressed. They are really great shooting guns. Trigger is not as nice as a 1911, but feels like most good DA/SA polymer gun trigger. Stippling is a bit rough, but helps stay in hand very well. My favorite thing on there is the micro optic and the tall iron sight to co-witness with. Just haven't decided whether I like the RMR triangle or dot more.
 
#20 ·
http://www.advanced-armament.com/Ti-RANT-45M_p_701.html

This is the suppressor I went with. It will be here not so soon. So I have time. All of ya'll are giving good information. I think it would have been better not starting this thread so early in the process. It's going to make the wait much longer now.
 
#22 ·
I'm a huge HK fan and HK USP 45 Tatical is a great host. Now that being said I love the FNX 45 Tatical. Great gun. Or a HK Mark 23 ... loved it but was offered way to much for it so will get another some day.
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HK USP TATICAL avantage:
Feals a little better over all
Better trigger
Trigger us serviceable
FNX 45 TATICAL Avantage:
3 more round capacity
Slide factory cut for sight
Adjustable grips
--- trigger is not end user serviceable and will void warranty if you mess with it,

Both suppress great
I may be at ENC Sunday if you realy want to shoot it suppressed. PM me
 
#23 ·
Dang it guys… see what you went and did?
You got me thinking about getting a suppressor for my 1911…

I really like the off-set design of the OSPREY, but it is not user serviceable…

DR915 said:
http://www.advanced-armament.com/Ti-RANT-45M_p_701.html
This is the suppressor I went with. It will be here not so soon.
Good Choice DR915! The AAC TI-RANT is at the top of my wish list! :thumbsup:
However, I am also looking at the SILENCERCO OCTANE.
Both make my socks roll up and down…

Time (and budget) will tell...
 
#24 ·
Not sure about the "-m" series, but you might be able to get the pistons for 9mm and 40 caliber and use the one suppressor. Even if the m series doesn't do that, you will be very happy with AAC. And definitely wear gloves after shooting if you have handle it :eek:


DR915 said:
http://www.advanced-armament.com/Ti-RANT-45M_p_701.html

This is the suppressor I went with. It will be here not so soon. So I have time. All of ya'll are giving good information. I think it would have been better not starting this thread so early in the process. It's going to make the wait much longer now.
 
#25 ·
NCWildhorse said:
Not sure about the "-m" series, but you might be able to get the pistons for 9mm and 40 caliber and use the one suppressor. Even if the m series doesn't do that, you will be very happy with AAC. And definitely wear gloves after shooting if you have handle it :eek:
From the AAC Website: "...the Ti-RANT 45M provides excellent sound reduction on 9mm and .40 S&W hosts by using the same ASAP conversion pistons found on the legacy Ti-RANT 45 silencers, making the Ti-RANT 45M an ideal multi-caliber pistol silencer."
 
#26 ·
"m" series ins just a TiRant that is modular where you can unscrew a section to make it shorter. The pistons are the same. Several are available and can be used for different cals. I use mine on a 9mm too.
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NCWildhorse said:
Not sure about the "-m" series, but you might be able to get the pistons for 9mm and 40 caliber and use the one suppressor. Even if the m series doesn't do that, you will be very happy with AAC. And definitely wear gloves after shooting if you have handle it :eek:


DR915 said:
http://www.advanced-armament.com/Ti-RANT-45M_p_701.html

This is the suppressor I went with. It will be here not so soon. So I have time. All of ya'll are giving good information. I think it would have been better not starting this thread so early in the process. It's going to make the wait much longer now.