45 colt

It's the older brother to the .45 ACP round. Has a larger case capacity, thus allowing higher powered loads than .45 ACP. Original loadings should be close to the ACP in power - so yes, it is still a very effective cartridge against man and beast.

It will do more than most cartridges

The only weakness is lack of affordable factory ammo.
A fixed sight, N-frame, Smith with a 3-4" barrel would be an excellent carry item. It seems popular nowadays because of cowboy shooting. Too bad, it's capable of much more than punching paper at low velocity with underweight bullets.

In a modern N frame, you can load the .45 Colt to magnum velocities.

Great cartridge. One of my favorite guns ever was my aunt's Blackhawk in .45 Colt. I'd trust it for SD. In my own hands, I'd prefer it in a DA revolver rather than in a Blackhawk for carry or home-defense use.

My main carry gun is a Taurus 450 (45LC). 2" ported barrel, about 17oz, corrosion resistant, Titanium frame, stainless barrel insert.
I carry 225gr Win Silvertips in it during the warmer months and 260gr LSWC handloads (about 850-900 fps) in the winter and while in the woods.
Much more contolable in DA than you might think.
She only holds 5 rounds, but I figure 5 oughta do.

Biker

but I figure 5 oughta do.

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Yes, I figure you are right!

Those Silvertips are really nice in .45, I have those in my "desk gun", a SAA.

That Colt SAA is pure class. Have you chronoed those Silvertips? They're supposed to be moving out at about 975fps, but I'm guessing that figure is from a 4" or longer barrel.

Biker

Have you chronoed those Silvertips?

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Heck they are too expensive to waste on things like that!!
I'm saving them for a special occasion........

It sits on the desk like a decoration, but it's not.

Heh heh...

Biker

I clicked on "hunting" as that is what I like most about the .45LC in 7 1/2" SRH in .454. But, yeah, other than cowboy loads, it sometimes takes a little lookin' to locate factory ammo.

I didn't vote in the poll, since none of the answers represent my thoughts about this all-around cartridge. You can play "cowboy", shoot targets, hunt, and use it for self-defense. It is a versatile hard working cartridge that can push a heavy bullet at decent velocities.

I can't really reply to the poll because all of the answers except the last one are correct.

I agree with the above post. The ,45 Colt cartridge fits in well for many uses. In terms of ammunition for a weapon, some folks seem to be determined to get the most powerful round in the smallest, lightest gun. They ignore an important consideration called "control." The .45 Colt balances power on one hand, and recoil control on the other, and it has an established reputation as a fight-stopper going back to 1873 with no need for some kind of trick bullet - that may or may not work in every situation.

I can't really reply to the poll because all of the answers except the last one are correct.

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You should of had an "all of the above button" before the last responce button .

This is my cartridge of choice when I'm on the trail. I like to put my cowboy boots on, my geetar slung aroung my back and my trusty six gun at my side.

My main carry gun is a Taurus 450 (45LC). 2" ported barrel, about 17oz, corrosion resistant, Titanium frame, stainless barrel insert.
I carry 225gr Win Silvertips in it during the warmer months and 260gr LSWC handloads (about 850-900 fps) in the winter and while in the woods.
Much more contolable in DA than you might think.
She only holds 5 rounds, but I figure 5 oughta do.

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I have that same gun.

HPD...

How do you like it? What do you load 'er up with and how do you carry the bad boy?
Did I ask enough questions?

Biker

But here's the question that will abscond with your ovine: Why .45LC and not .454 Casull? You can fire the former out of the latter, no less...

I sdidn't vote in the poll. The Reverend Jim Taylor called the .45 Colt the "Do it all cartridge" and it is. Like noted there is a scarcity of decent factory ammo and like Old Fuff mentioned, you don't need magnum type loads for most purposes. A 250 or 255 grain bullet in the honest 850 to 900 fps range will handle all social needs and most hunting out to about 50 yds. There are a few loads like the Buffalo Bore and Grizzley that are very powerful and darned pricey too and in the right gun you can get some very impressive velocities and power by reloading if you're into that kind of thing, but for most use it just aint needed.

Zero_DgZ...

I'm not sure what "ovine" is, but I'm pretty sure I've had my shots for it.
In answer to your question, I can't pack a .454 on my ankle.

Biker

The ovine family comprises sheep, goats, and so forth.

It's a funny.

Should've whipped out the ol' Webster's. I've about worn that thing out.

Biker

Biker,

I carry a Taurus 450 also. It's one of my favorites. I had heard a lot about how hard it was to control, but I have not found this to be true. I guess the porting really helps. By the way, I carry mine on a belt slide holster under a sweat shirt or jacket most of the time. Gold Dot loads from Buffalo Bore. I emailed the owner about this particular gun, and he said he developed the 200gr load for his 450.

Yep, it fills all those roles. My 4 5/8" Old Vaq is my bump in the night gun, my favorite target gun, my woods gun, and my barbecue gun, all rolled into one.

I just really need to start handloading .45 Colt.