I have a Defender with the Novak sights. Had the choice between the different sights and I liked the Novaks better. Little longer sight radius and easier to pick up for follow up shots. Shot both before I bought one and bought the one I liked best. It's now my off duty carry piece. The recoil on the .45 is a push compared to the snap of the .40 and easier to shoot.
Defender Decision
This is my first post but you folks can give me some needed advice. I am looking at adding a Colt Defender to my collection and I shoot all guns I own except one (Gold Cup Commander). Because I shoot my collection the gun can be new or a used cherry. There are four choices. The Defender was made in both 40S&W and 45acp. I am a 45 guy (see handle) but thought the 40 would be tolerable and might be a bit more collectible long term (although I really don't see any of these mass produced guns setting price records). The other variable is the wedge shaped (Novak looking) sights which cosmetically don't seem "right" on this gun vs the 3 dot billboard rear, the more recent addition. There are the 4 choices, 2 possible calibers, two sight styles, please give me some points to consider along with opinions on this gun. Thanks, nice to be here wih you. Ed
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