HK USP45 Compact V1 .45 ACP DA/SA Pistol – German-Made, Excellent Condition
The HK USP45 Compact V1 pairs renowned German engineering with a carry-friendly footprint and proven .45 ACP stopping power. This Variant 1 model features the sought-after left-side safety/decocker, a cold hammer forged barrel with polygonal rifling, and HK’s durable polymer frame. Offered in excellent condition with its original case, magazine, and manual, this pistol delivers a combination of reliability, accuracy, and collectability that has earned service adoption by multiple U.S. federal agencies.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish with sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minimal handling marks are present; the bore remains bright and clean.
What’s Included
- HK factory gray plastic hard case
- HK USP Series operator’s manual
- One factory 8-round steel magazine with flush floorplate
Designed for duty and concealed carry, the USP45 Compact combines a 3.78 inch barrel with a robust 8+1 capacity in .45 ACP. The cold hammer forged barrel’s polygonal rifling promotes extended service life and consistent velocity, while the right-hand twist stabilizes heavy .45 ACP projectiles.
Variant 1 control layout places a frame-mounted safety/decocker on the left side, allowing condition-one carry or swift decocking into double-action mode. The DA/SA trigger is complemented by a bobbed hammer that reduces snag risk when drawing from concealment.
An ambidextrous paddle-style magazine release and fixed three-dot steel sights support intuitive operation under stress. The captive flat recoil spring with polymer buffer softens recoil, helping shooters stay on target during rapid strings.
The polymer frame incorporates HK’s proprietary Compact accessory rail for mounting lights or lasers. Rear slide serrations, black oxide slide finish, and proof marks (CIP N, DE, HKI-Columbus, GA) underscore the pistol’s quality and German origin.