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Patrick, I first looked at the Ultra Carry II as it was the cheaper of all the options, and I went to the gun shows looking for some deals - as well as checking out bg.com and ga.com. However, due to an issue at the gunshow, I came home empty handed. If that issue hadn't arisen, I'd own an Eclipse Ultra right now.

I had shot a UCII so I know I liked how it shot, I knew the recoil was managable(a 3" 45acp is going to kick a little), and I was accurate and comfortable with it. Thats what I thought mattered most in a self defense weapon.

Well, in my searches, I came across a Tactical Ultra II for a good deal. The Tactical series tend to run 950+, even when slightly used, I got this one with about 2 or 3 mags run through it, and a Wilson Combat 47D mag for $845 shipped. The gun is in immaculate condition, no visible fouling, and it has the night sights.


Reasons to get the Tactical?

I like the magwell, makes loading a mag on the fly VERY easy - even after only one afternoon of shooting I can drop the mag and load another in under two seconds. The magwell also means it has a metal MSH - IIRC - which to me feels nicer than plastic.

It has the night sights standard, it also has very fine checkering on the front grip and under the trigger guard - it didn't irritate my hands at all even after 300 rounds.

It has the premium trigger, which is short and crisp. No complaints there at all. It also has the ambi safety, so if I ever find myself having to shoot left handed, I can still unsafe the weapon w/o finaegeling it.

The slide has a "matte black oxide" finish, and the frame is anodized gray. I think that the finish will hold up over time.

Finally, it has an aluminum frame and a ramped barrel. While that precludes the use of some follower types, it also makes for a very light gun. I can stick it in between my pants and my bare skin and it doesn't fall. I had to do this when I was handling it and someone came to do the door the other day - didn't want to answer it with it in my hand or on the counter.

I am positive carrying it will be no problem - we'll see in 3 or 4 weeks - I ordered a Tucker Answer and one of their bullhide gunbelts day before yesterday.

Sorry for the dissertation, but I know how hard I researched guns before such a large outlay of cash - so I thought I would share some of my thoughts. If you have any more questions feel free to post up or send me a PM.

- Travis


ETA: Check out my first impressions thread of the gun, here.

Ammo es no cheapo.....

I put 300 rounds through mine today(breaking it in). While quite fun it was not a cheap afternoon.

At least I learned how to field strip a 1911 without a disassembly tool tonite

Rey, not a problem!!


There is a gun store in Dallas, south of I35 called Ray's sporting goods and guns or something like that, lots of construction in front of it on the road.

They had a UCII S/S for 650.00. Looked to be in great condition. May want to check that out as well. Unfortunately that will carry sales tax and one mag more than likely.

Dang! Thats just what I was looking for too!

*Unfortunately* I have purchased a Tactical Ultra - should have it tomorrow or Wednesday. If for whatever reason that falls through, I'll get in touch - however I do not expect it to.

Thank you for the offer however!

Stopped by on Monday, didn't know they didn't take debit cards. Doh!!

Going to try to go again to the DPS and get my license squared away tomorrow. I found a Tactical Ultra II that I've gone ahead and committed to - found it on GA.com so it will be a week or so before I have it. Can't wait!

They open @ 8am, and I start work @ 830. Looks like I'm going to be a little late on Monday. It will still take two weeks to get it back if I'm lucky.

Well, long story short, I need to update my Driver's License. Was going to buy a Kimber there but since I just moved 2 months ago - no dice. Even when I told them that, and offered my military ID. :(

I'd really prefer stainless but if someone makes me an offer I can't pass up on a block UCII, well....