I've held a XDM45 and really liked the way it felt. I have small hands so I have issues with larger guns. I really wanted something with decent accuracy (at least out to 15 yards) so I've been considering a 1911 since they have a fixed barrel. Maybe I'm wrong in thinking it is more accurate, this is where you guys' come in. I've been carrying a LC9 but wanted something with more punch. I hear and read conflicting opinions about hollow-point 9mm over hollow-point 45. My only real concern is distance accuracy over the lower muzzle velocity of the 45. I would imagine I wouldn't need to worry about through-and-through with the hollow-point 45 as much as I would with the 9mm.