Hi Points

[long coat]

Are Hi Points a cheap gun, good or ?

I keep seeing people post about them and am not sure if the are joking or if they are just a cheap junk gun.

 

[derrickgoins]

You'll get mixed reviews on here but lately folks have been saying that they're a good reliable shooter @ that price point.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

You'll get mixed reviews on here but lately folks have been saying that they're a good reliable shooter @ that price point.

In my honest opinion, you are better off throwing it at an attacker and running away. If you are on a tight budget, save your pennies. There are reliable platforms that can be had new for around $400. Or buy a quality used handgun. Are you looking for a range gun, carry gun, home defense gun? Or a do you want it for multiple applications?

 

[esrice]

cheap junk gun

But, if its the ONLY way you can afford to protect yourself, go for it.

 

[Que]

It was my first personal handgun. I had many problems with it, including many FTF and FTE issues. I got rid of it after about month and moved to a 1911. If that is what you can afford, I would suggest buying a used one that has been dependable.

 

[mwmccormick]

I have the 9mm with about 1000 rounds through it. No problems with the gun itself. I do have to admit that the 10 round mags kinda suck with10 in them but work fine with 9. However in the long run I don't believe you will be satisfied if you don't already own a finer crafted pistol.

 

[100 bullets]

Cheap gun save a couple extra bucks and get a used anything.

 

[Deadly Z Driver]

I really liked my 40 Hi-Point pistol only sold it to buy a Mosin but ended up buying a boat. lol Still have my Hi-Point carbine and I think I'll keep it indefinitely. It is a great starter/truck pistol. As far as reliability I never had any issues with the gun but I did have two feed issues which I determined were because of the new mag I had, but I fixed that by only loading nine rounds instead of ten till it was "broke in". Really my only dislike is the fact you have to remove a roll pin, with a hammer, to remove the slide.

 

[snowman]

If that's all you can afford, it better than nothing. That being said, I agree with save the pennies and get something a little better.

 

[Delmar]

Are Hi Points a cheap gun, good or ?

I keep seeing people post about them and am not sure if the are joking or if they are just a cheap junk gun.

I like my Hi Point .45. It is not fancy but I pull the trigger and the bullet comes out the other end and hits what I aim at. I paid $169 for it and $150 for my 12 gauge SxS. In my opinion I am more well armed than I would be if I had spent the same $319 on a more expensive pistol.

 

[bobbystoney]

The 995 is imo the best buy for your buck. I've no experience with the handguns though and have no plans on ever owning one.

 

[Delmar]

It was my first personal handgun. I had many problems with it, including many FTF and FTE issues. I got rid of it after about month and moved to a 1911. If that is what you can afford, I would suggest buying a used one that has been dependable.

Since I don't mind tinkering with things, I wouldn't mind getting a really good price on a Hi Point that someone has decided was not dependable and put it into reliable condition. In the unlikely event that I couldn't get the problems worked out, I would send it back to Hi Point and they would repair or replace it.

 

[Delmar]

The 995 is imo the best buy for your buck. I've no experience with the handguns though and have no plans on ever owning one.

The c-9 has the same "guts" as the 995. It sort of baffles me that people seem to trust the carbines more.

 

[Delmar]

Cheap gun save a couple extra bucks and get a used anything.

Not just anything comes with a lifetime warranty and great costumer service.

 

[long coat]

Thanks guys. I was looking around and keep seeing them for $160 or so on gunbroker and just wonder what was up with them.

 

[Delmar]

Thanks guys. I was looking around and keep seeing them for $160 or so on gunbroker and just wonder what was up with them.

There are plenty of people on this forum who have them and like them. I suggest you find one of those people and shoot their gun and see what you think. If you want, I can send you a PM next time I'm coming to Indy and you can shoot mine.

 

[Deadly Z Driver]

I would just go to Bradis where you will pay that much out the door (not a quote but I think that's about what I paid.) and don't have to worry about shipping and FFL fees.

 

[Delmar]

I would just go to Bradis where you will pay that much out the door (not a quote but I think that's about what I paid.) and don't have to worry about shipping and FFL fees.

Guns would be more affordable in general if you didn't have all the interstate nonsense to deal with. I live 14 miles from the Michigan border. Why should I not be able to buy a pistol 20 miles from my house without paying for shipping and FFL?

 

[revance]

There are pistols out there that are far higher quality that can be had for the same price. You just have to look a bit harder.

I got a Star BM for $100 that compared to a Hi-Point is VERY refined and high quality. Granted, I got a heck of a deal, but I think you can still find them easily for $200.

Ultimately, the difference between $200 for a Hi-Point and $400 for something reputable just doesn't seem like that much to me. If you are in a position where you can afford to be spending $200, you are in a position to save a little longer and spend $400.

 

[localone]

I bought a Hi point 40 because the price was right I also own alot of other high end 40s(to compare to) the Hi point is accurated and fun to shot ....just way to heavy for ccw and Alot heavier than my M&p but not bad for under $200.Its a good buy for a beginner.Just my 2 cents