HECKLER & KOCH HK45

The HK45 is what happened when HK took the USP45, kept the durability, and fixed the grip. The V1 configuration gives you a frame-mounted safety/decocking lever and a spurred hammer for shooters who still believe in hammers. HK’s internal recoil reduction system cuts felt recoil by roughly 30 percent, the O-ring barrel keeps slide-to-barrel lockup tight for accuracy, and the textured polymer frame with interchangeable backstraps sits low in the hand. Night sights, a Picatinny rail, and three magazines come standard.

Three mags and night sights out of the box — the only upgrade left is ammo.