.45 ACP

When it comes to the so-called truth regarding the “best” self-defense caliber reality tends to lie somewhere in the middle of those opinions.

This ramped up .45 ACP version of the storied company’s first polymer framed pistol is worth a serious look.

These hard-hitting handguns blend power and concealability.

The single-action .45 ACP pistol features a shorter slide and barrel, making this a solid carry choice.

The new 10-round magazines feature a wrap-around base pad, a removable baseplate, and a heavy duty spring.

You hear about knockdown power and see it taken to an extreme in the movies, but it has little to do with the “oopmf” of a given cartridge.

Other than a knock-off in the 1970s, this carbine is the first Thompson to be chambered for a centerfire cartridge smaller than .45 ACP.

Other than a knock-off in the 1970s, this carbine is the first Thompson to be chambered for a centerfire cartridge smaller than .45 ACP.

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