[X-FID]

You are aware that the 45 ACP has a maximum range of over 2,000 yds, right?

I have a Colt .45 series 80, why don't you go talk to yourself, you can't possibly know what you're talking about. Let's see, 2,000 yards = 6,000feet from a slow knock down round, and a hand gun no less LOL.

[going hot]

Just out of curiousity, and perhaps a little scientific study,

If I had my .45 auto, and a box of cartridges, how many yards out would you feel safe standing while I emptied magazine after magazine in your general direction?

Strictly hypothetical you understand.

[dangerdoc]

Caliber 	Weight/Type 	
MuzzleVelocity (ft/s) Maximum Range (yd) Velocity at Impact (ft/s)
.22 Long Rifle 	40 gr RN 	1255 	2000 	300
.223 Remington 	55 gr SP BT 	3240 	3875 	545
30-06* Springfield 	180 gr  2700 	5675 	800
9mm Luger 	124 gr RN 	1120 	2400 	350
45 ACP 	230 gr RN 	        850 	1800 	330
44 Magnum 	240 gr FP 	1760 	2500 	350

http://hypertextbook.com/facts/2002/DomnaAntoniadis.shtml

[wrench]

Try looking up exterior ballistics on that round 230 gr FMJ 850 FPS, and see what the retained velocity is at 100, 300, 500, and 1,000 yds.

Slow moving bullets can be very dangerous when they have enough MASS behind them.

And, yes, I do know what I am talking about. If you are interested in facts instead of bluster, you can start your education on the subject here:

http://www.exteriorballistics.com/ebexplained/5th/36.cfm