Next HK need help

[UTVOL06]

I'm 25 and the HK45 is my first pistol ever. Now I've shot plenty of other pistols from family and friends, but never owned one until recently. I always knew I wanted an HK if I was getting a pistol for defensive purposes. Always liked Kimber 1911s, but I would not trust a 1911 day in an out.

Anyway I am looking for my 2nd HK pistol. I have applied for a Firearms license and should have it in the mail within a month or so. I want something to Conceal Carry in a In the Waist Band holster or a tactical jacket pocket when it gets colder.

I love full length barrells and have never been thrilled about compact pistols, mainly because I like a longer barrel for increased accuracy.

The question is, should I get another HK45 or just go with the HK45c for concealed carry.

I need atleast one pistol for home defense and one for Carry when I'm away from home.


Thanks for the input.

[AWD]

Go with the compact for carry. I'm working on my CCW as well, and for me anyway it would be hard to conceal a full size HK45. This USPc is going to be hard enough, maybe if it got cool enough for a jacket once in a while here in FL.

Good luck with your decision

[rohardi]

I have a HK45 and it's a good size gun. In the winter I could CCW it and probably will seeing as I ordered a milt sparks versa max 2 for it. BUT I also ordered a VM2 for the HK45c too. There will be days the full size will not be practical for the type of outfit you have on.

[detroit25]

I have to go with the old saying "Variety is the spice of life." In my humble opinion your pistol collection is not big enough to have duplicates yet. But I do love my HK45!

[the_fallguy]

I actually carry a full sized Glock 22 concealed, and I have a buddy that uses a compact Glock 23 as his house gun. What I'm trying to say here is that either gun will work for either roll. Still, why not give yourself a little versatility? The Compact is going to be easier to conceal, and there's a good chance that getting proficient with it will increase your ability to use the full size. I say get the HK45C as a secondary and have the option of using whichever proves to be more appropriate for a given task.

[brif]

Between the 2 choices I would pick the compact. I would personally recommend, this being your second handgun to buy something alittle different. Possibly that P30 on your wishlist or maybe a P7. I agree with detroit25. Get something alittle different.

[bravokilo0101]

UTVOL06, I would go with the .45 compact. I had one and I loved it but I sold it so I could get me a PTR. I also love Kimbers. I have a Custom TLE/R caliber .45 of course. I have replaced my .45 compact also with a MK23. I agree that you should go with variety. I just started building my collection and when I buy one Im already thinking of what else to add to my collection. Diversify my friend!!

[capone]

i know you like it a lot, but you'll kick yourself in the ass if you buy a second....get the compact

[UTVOL06]

Thanks everyone for the input!!!...looks like I'll be getting the HK45C this weekend. After that I believe the P30L will probably be on my list.