I can only imagine what its like to shoot the Browning HP amazing how a gun can be made in almost all steel and be so light and has such a slim grip plus being a 9mm and all puts all the workings for accuracy
I love the looks and feel of the highpower just aint never shot one.Most folks around here that have em treat em like a queen and dont shoot em. I myself am like you I dont own a gun that I dont or wont shoot! again beautiful pistol bro!
My father gave me his 1985 browning hi power Belgium with a blued finish for Christmas n it's a great pistol. I like your collection what I've seen from your videos we have the same taste. I have the stainless Springfield 1911 also. Great videos. Take care
They are a great pistol. There was an alloy version made, but the only way to get one is a surplus import. Saves a few ounces, but the standard frame isn't bad either way.
In the 80s they introduced the Mark II which had better fixed sights than the older models. In the 90s was the Mark III very minor changes from the MK II. Browning or FN never really had a MK I, but Inglis HP's made in WWII were marked MK I. Hope that helps.
@jsrscbr Thanks man. I'm not worried dumb comments. There's people out there that love to point out flinching, like they haven't done it. I like to go shooting twice a month. But sometimes it's just once. (My shooting place isn't in my backyard.) I'll shoot at least 400 rounds min. each range trip. Yeah it's no bullshit 8#s. My other HP is a little lighter but not much. The magazine disconnect is one of the reasons for the heavy pull. That's why the mags don't drop free either.
@boxingjessie They are Mec-Gars. The 20 rounders are too. I have had zero issues with them. While the factory mags are nice, especially if you can get the ones with the mouse trap on the back so they drop free. They are pricey and I've had great luck with Mec-Gar mags.
No, I think these newer spur hammers are redesigned from the older models. But I don't have real meaty hands either. My other HP has a ring hammer and it gets real close. But still no hammer bite.
@phishst1cks It's SA only. They made a DA/SA model called the BDA some people call them the HPDA and also the BDM. But I don't think either sold well. I recorded this vid a few weeks ago. So things have probably died down a little more since then. It's my great uncles property.
Sweet shooter, bro! I loved the one I had back in '03. Parts were made in Belgium and assembled in Portugal. Still it was a sweet piece. I've been looking at this model just because of the price, but I can't help wanting it in a polished blued finish, damn that's pretty!
@cnuffs That's a great present you got. A lot of HP fans prefer the 80s and older models since they had forged frames vs cast they went to in about '93 after chambering them in .40S&W too. Thanks for the nice comments.
They aren't all like that. The hammer spring is real heavy (never have to worry about light primer strikes though) . I think they used to be 26lb and went up to 32. Why I don't know. There's the magazine safety too, doesn't affect the pull weight I don't think. But can make the pull gritty.
@kg9pz That's the way my two are, made in Belgium and assembled in Portugal. I think they have been that way even before they marked them assembled in Portugal. The blued model might have a little better resale value and sell better than the matte black Mark III. But the matte finish will hold up better I feel.
I got it off Gunbroker and it's been almost 4 years ago. It's an older model made in '94 listed as unfired etc. My P226 & USP were listed the same way. Bass Pro always has high prices.
wow didn't know there was an alloy version of it I love when allow is introduced to the slide it makes the recoil much less snappy I think the Beretta 96f I owned had that feel to it gotta love it but as for the Browning couldn't see it weighing any less I think its just perfect
Very cool. Don't have a Practical yet, never see them. I had a chance to get an all silver chrome or hard chrome. Should have bought it. Got a beater Mark II added to the collection.
I just picked up a 1981 factory nickel plated BHP with a gold trigger. Love the look of the gun, and like all HP's it shoots great. Wanted to know if you knew of the best cleaner to use when maintaining a gun with nickel plating. I have been hearing conflicting reports that Hoppes #9 is bad on nickel and others have said to use Rem Oil....
It's a steel target so you can hear if I'm missing. (It's the swinger plate that I usually miss.) I've started to show the target being shot on some of my later vids. But I prefer to see the gun in action. I guess it comes from watching other people's shooting vids and not really caring what the target looks like.
They've never given me any trouble, the last round or two is a bit tough to load though. Make sure they are Mec-Gar mags. I like 'em because I still have the mag disconnect on my HP's so most mags don't drop free and the extended mags are easier grab onto when reloading.
@stlrayedwards Thanks Ray. Used to I didn't, when I first started shooting. After reading or hearing it was better to have both open I started doing it. Also I don't like getting caught blinking (though it's a very hard thing not to do when hearing a loud noise) A video by Rob Leatham he recommended keeping your eye on the front sight even after the gun has fired, rather than reacquiring it when the sight picture is back. So now less blinking, though his tip was more for follow through I guess.
You can sometimes get one with a good factory trigger, but it might as well be a unicorn. I wouldn't mind the weight if it was cleaner, it would seem lighter.
I use Flitz Stainless steel & chrome clean on my nickel 586. CLP also since it won't hurt it either. Hoppes #9 has the potential to mess up the finish if the nickel is flaking. Under the nickel is a copper coating or plating and that's what Hoppes is made to remove. I then use Flitz polish to spiff it up. Where's the vid on your new HP?
If you notice the empty mags do not drop free, I have to pull them out by hand or use my finger (mag disconnect is still in place) So having another mag in my hand ready is going to make it a little hard to get the empty magazine out now wouldn't it? I shoot on private property mostly. So no range rules. Moving when doing a mag change is a good idea. But it doesn't make for a good video since the camera is stationary and I would then be out of frame. Off camera is another matter.
@lancevigorous Yeah I know. I bought a C&S wide trigger for it, that lacks provisions for the magazine safety to be put back in. But I don't know of any good local gunsmiths to do the install. I could attempt it myself but it's more complicated than 1911 trigger install. Or at least to me it is. thanks for watching
@djalkaline1 They are great looking, they also have one of the best grips for a double stack. Very well balanced. The trigger is the only drawback at least to me. But that can be remedied and some HPs from the factory do have good triggers. But I've yet to see one.
@BHPfan26 no, i don't have one, and don't have a good reason other than I am looking for a vintage model in excellent condition. I wouldn't use it for competition, so I want something at least collectable. It'll happen. I saw a nice one, but it had a tang sight....I wasn't into it.
Mostly range use. If it had night sights, I would use it for HD too. It has the most rounds through it out of all my 9mm pistols, 100% reliable. The current MSRP is overpriced. But used or like new ones can be had at a good price. The 13 round capacity was a big deal when it came out in 1935! It wasn't until the late 70s and 80s did the Beretta 92 and Glock come out with higher capacity. Justifying it over other 9mm's... It's the most comfortable 9mm I've held in my hand, that's enough for me.
I doubt it's been polished...still has the typical gritty Hi-Power trigger they're known for. LOL. I think the pin is slightly undersized, it's never backed out completely, I always just give a love tap after it backs out some.
@@BHPfan26 mine are tapered I believe the left side a tad thicker flared preventing it from backing thought and thought to the right. I just finished installing Cylinder and Slide trigger parts on the Mk 3. I don't like the" positive tactical" tight gripping trigger pull.the main springs was tough to remove ambi safety knocking out that safety was a task for me. Screwing in that strut locking screw also tough without tools. I must be doing it all wrong
@@1911geek Oh yeah I heard removing those parts are a major pain!!! I've avoided doing a full disassembly on mine for that reason. Check out BHspring Solutions, they sell tools that will make the job easier. I've been meaning to buy the tools, just been lazy.
@PersonalityDeficit87 I paid $550 for it shipped. So under $600 with FFL fees. It was listed as NIB, though it's an older one (made in '94). It looked unfired when I got it. I got lucky!
I found an FN hipower on gunbroker for around $500+ are they the same pistol you review in the video or does each company have different specs? I was wondering because an $500 Hipower is to good to be true when i see shops sell them around $900-1100.
Benjamin Preston There's no table around to set them on. An empty mag is useless. The mags are being dropped onto soft ground with leaves all around, regardless of them dropped on the ground they still need to be cleaned on occasion.
@johniac7078 The T series are regarded as being the best of the best. Heard the C series is also great too, with them being a little bit cheaper. (If you're going for a really nice collectable.) The problem with them is the sights, very low profile GI style.
+Albatross497 It's much harder to do on the MK3 vs the MK2 and older pistols as far as I know. But I've never attempted to remove it on mine, so I can't give much insight. There's a few videos on YT , but I can't attest on how thorough they are.
***** Damn, I thought the main difference was that on the MK3, the trigger had to be completely removed from frame vs on the MK2 etc the trigger could stay in when removing the disconnect. Check out "Hi-Powers and Handguns" website and also the Hi-Power section on the 1911 forum.
Okay I guess. I have an identical pistol, but am not a very good shot. I'll hit something every now and then, but not very often. I need more practice.
I have one I picked up in 1987. (MkI, I believe.) Wouldn't let it go for anything. First gun I ever bought and still pretty much my favorite. At the time all I knew was I wanted a 9mm, and I just loved the way the Browning felt in my hand. Had a little custom work done, and had them remove the mag safety. Love this gun... fav.me/dac458f
Well so far the nickel hasn't flaked or peeled. There some scratches on the slide from what looks like an "idiot scratch" from someone trying to assemble the gun. But nothing bad. There is also a small nick on the nose of the slide from what looks like someone dropped it once..and I'm trying to get a vid up but my camera is being a bitch and won't load. >_
I can only imagine what its like to shoot the Browning HP amazing how a gun can be made in almost all steel and be so light and has such a slim grip plus being a 9mm and all puts all the workings for accuracy
Looks a lot like my 2010 vintage Mark III. Sweet shooter and perfectly reliable, a true classic.
I was fortunate to have acquired three of them over the years, a Mark III, a Practical and a Capitan. All great pistols.
I love the looks and feel of the highpower just aint never shot one.Most folks around here that have em treat em like a queen and dont shoot em. I myself am like you I dont own a gun that I dont or wont shoot! again beautiful pistol bro!
My father gave me his 1985 browning hi power Belgium with a blued finish for Christmas n it's a great pistol. I like your collection what I've seen from your videos we have the same taste. I have the stainless Springfield 1911 also. Great videos. Take care
They are a great pistol. There was an alloy version made, but the only way to get one is a surplus import. Saves a few ounces, but the standard frame isn't bad either way.
In the 80s they introduced the Mark II which had better fixed sights than the older models. In the 90s was the Mark III very minor changes from the MK II. Browning or FN never really had a MK I, but Inglis HP's made in WWII were marked MK I. Hope that helps.
@jsrscbr Thanks man. I'm not worried dumb comments. There's people out there that love to point out flinching, like they haven't done it. I like to go shooting twice a month. But sometimes it's just once. (My shooting place isn't in my backyard.) I'll shoot at least 400 rounds min. each range trip. Yeah it's no bullshit 8#s. My other HP is a little lighter but not much. The magazine disconnect is one of the reasons for the heavy pull. That's why the mags don't drop free either.
seems like such a solid well built metal pistol
@boxingjessie They are Mec-Gars. The 20 rounders are too. I have had zero issues with them. While the factory mags are nice, especially if you can get the ones with the mouse trap on the back so they drop free. They are pricey and I've had great luck with Mec-Gar mags.
Varies, beaters go for about $450 on up to $650 for nice ones.
No, I think these newer spur hammers are redesigned from the older models. But I don't have real meaty hands either. My other HP has a ring hammer and it gets real close. But still no hammer bite.
@phishst1cks It's SA only. They made a DA/SA model called the BDA some people call them the HPDA and also the BDM. But I don't think either sold well. I recorded this vid a few weeks ago. So things have probably died down a little more since then. It's my great uncles property.
Man those hi powers are great looking guns I really need to get one
Sweet shooter, bro! I loved the one I had back in '03. Parts were made in Belgium and assembled in Portugal. Still it was a sweet piece. I've been looking at this model just because of the price, but I can't help wanting it in a polished blued finish, damn that's pretty!
@alleric357 Thanks, a few have tried to come along and take its place. But nothing has yet.
@cnuffs That's a great present you got. A lot of HP fans prefer the 80s and older models since they had forged frames vs cast they went to in about '93 after chambering them in .40S&W too. Thanks for the nice comments.
They aren't all like that. The hammer spring is real heavy (never have to worry about light primer strikes though) . I think they used to be 26lb and went up to 32. Why I don't know. There's the magazine safety too, doesn't affect the pull weight I don't think. But can make the pull gritty.
Nice taste in firearms. Nice that you show it shooting the way that you do. :-) I think this is gonna be the only 9mm for me.
+Sandy Carty It is a very nice shooter, and a great choice. One of the best I've fired in terms of recoil and control.
@kg9pz That's the way my two are, made in Belgium and assembled in Portugal. I think they have been that way even before they marked them assembled in Portugal. The blued model might have a little better resale value and sell better than the matte black Mark III. But the matte finish will hold up better I feel.
I have to say that I really like that Hi-Power!
I got it off Gunbroker and it's been almost 4 years ago. It's an older model made in '94 listed as unfired etc. My P226 & USP were listed the same way. Bass Pro always has high prices.
wow didn't know there was an alloy version of it I love when allow is introduced to the slide it makes the recoil much less snappy I think the Beretta 96f I owned had that feel to it gotta love it but as for the Browning couldn't see it weighing any less I think its just perfect
Thanks, it's more of the duty style. Matte black and plastic grips.
Very cool. Don't have a Practical yet, never see them. I had a chance to get an all silver chrome or hard chrome. Should have bought it. Got a beater Mark II added to the collection.
I just picked up a 1981 factory nickel plated BHP with a gold trigger. Love the look of the gun, and like all HP's it shoots great. Wanted to know if you knew of the best cleaner to use when maintaining a gun with nickel plating. I have been hearing conflicting reports that Hoppes #9 is bad on nickel and others have said to use Rem Oil....
Makes it smoother, since you don't have the disconnect rubbing against the magazine anymore.
always liked this pistol what diff models are there,the trigger is it da/sa..looks nice where you live at,nice vid bro
It's a steel target so you can hear if I'm missing. (It's the swinger plate that I usually miss.) I've started to show the target being shot on some of my later vids. But I prefer to see the gun in action. I guess it comes from watching other people's shooting vids and not really caring what the target looks like.
They've never given me any trouble, the last round or two is a bit tough to load though. Make sure they are Mec-Gar mags. I like 'em because I still have the mag disconnect on my HP's so most mags don't drop free and the extended mags are easier grab onto when reloading.
@stlrayedwards Thanks Ray. Used to I didn't, when I first started shooting. After reading or hearing it was better to have both open I started doing it. Also I don't like getting caught blinking (though it's a very hard thing not to do when hearing a loud noise) A video by Rob Leatham he recommended keeping your eye on the front sight even after the gun has fired, rather than reacquiring it when the sight picture is back. So now less blinking, though his tip was more for follow through I guess.
You can sometimes get one with a good factory trigger, but it might as well be a unicorn. I wouldn't mind the weight if it was cleaner, it would seem lighter.
You flicked off the mag with such disdain. LOL.
The trigger is much better if you disable the magazine-out safety. A part rubs against the trigger. I had a good gunsmith do it for me.
Browning Hi-Power pistols deserve to be given a customization
How did you get it so cheap?? I see them going for alot more at retail stores like basspro shop I think it was around 750 or 800.
I use Flitz Stainless steel & chrome clean on my nickel 586. CLP also since it won't hurt it either. Hoppes #9 has the potential to mess up the finish if the nickel is flaking. Under the nickel is a copper coating or plating and that's what Hoppes is made to remove. I then use Flitz polish to spiff it up. Where's the vid on your new HP?
If you notice the empty mags do not drop free, I have to pull them out by hand or use my finger (mag disconnect is still in place) So having another mag in my hand ready is going to make it a little hard to get the empty magazine out now wouldn't it? I shoot on private property mostly. So no range rules. Moving when doing a mag change is a good idea. But it doesn't make for a good video since the camera is stationary and I would then be out of frame. Off camera is another matter.
@lancevigorous Yeah I know. I bought a C&S wide trigger for it, that lacks provisions for the magazine safety to be put back in. But I don't know of any good local gunsmiths to do the install. I could attempt it myself but it's more complicated than 1911 trigger install. Or at least to me it is. thanks for watching
That thing is sweet!
@djalkaline1 They are great looking, they also have one of the best grips for a double stack. Very well balanced. The trigger is the only drawback at least to me. But that can be remedied and some HPs from the factory do have good triggers. But I've yet to see one.
@BHPfan26 no, i don't have one, and don't have a good reason other than I am looking for a vintage model in excellent condition. I wouldn't use it for competition, so I want something at least collectable. It'll happen. I saw a nice one, but it had a tang sight....I wasn't into it.
Mostly range use. If it had night sights, I would use it for HD too. It has the most rounds through it out of all my 9mm pistols, 100% reliable. The current MSRP is overpriced. But used or like new ones can be had at a good price. The 13 round capacity was a big deal when it came out in 1935! It wasn't until the late 70s and 80s did the Beretta 92 and Glock come out with higher capacity. Justifying it over other 9mm's... It's the most comfortable 9mm I've held in my hand, that's enough for me.
They definitely do have the highest prices I got my m&p .40 for 450 at a gunshow vs 550 at basspro
the best :)
how much do they go for in the US?
What brand are your 15 round mags on the BHP? I was planning to get the mec gar but there are mix reviews. Any advice?
Never knew a Hi Power had such a heavy trigger pull for a single action. Trigger finger will get a work out.
my favorite
I got my mk3 last month. Extremely happy with it.
Very cool
and it was brand new too. was on a shelf all these years and never used. :)
Wow, even better! I bought an HK P30 that was the same deal, been sitting for about 2 years.
I would love to point out the fact that you have a Browning Hi-Power, and that I am jealous.
Your MK3 trigger pins are walking out sir very odd. Either some one had tampered with it polished perhaps to the point of loose tolerance
I doubt it's been polished...still has the typical gritty Hi-Power trigger they're known for. LOL. I think the pin is slightly undersized, it's never backed out completely, I always just give a love tap after it backs out some.
@@BHPfan26 mine are tapered I believe the left side a tad thicker flared preventing it from backing thought and thought to the right. I just finished installing Cylinder and Slide trigger parts on the Mk 3. I don't like the" positive tactical" tight gripping trigger pull.the main springs was tough to remove ambi safety knocking out that safety was a task for me. Screwing in that strut locking screw also tough without tools. I must be doing it all wrong
@@1911geek Oh yeah I heard removing those parts are a major pain!!! I've avoided doing a full disassembly on mine for that reason. Check out BHspring Solutions, they sell tools that will make the job easier. I've been meaning to buy the tools, just been lazy.
@johniac7078 Glad you like it, why don't you have one? Or do you?
Hi
Excellent video. Question are the extended mags reliable?
@PersonalityDeficit87 I paid $550 for it shipped. So under $600 with FFL fees. It was listed as NIB, though it's an older one (made in '94). It looked unfired when I got it. I got lucky!
I found an FN hipower on gunbroker for around $500+ are they the same pistol you review in the video or does each company have different specs? I was wondering because an $500 Hipower is to good to be true when i see shops sell them around $900-1100.
FN is the one who makes them, Browning simply imports them with their own name on it that's all.
doesnt removing the magazine disconnect make the trigger much lighter?
why are you tossing the mags on the ground? pug them in your pocket or on the table....... why the unnecessary dirt and crap in them..
Benjamin Preston There's no table around to set them on. An empty mag is useless. The mags are being dropped onto soft ground with leaves all around, regardless of them dropped on the ground they still need to be cleaned on occasion.
Barabelli 1918
9+1
It's because he's cool. Can't you see how cool he is?
I love my BHP. Would never part with it.
how much did this cost?
Well the trigger on them makes you work for it. This one breaks at about 8lbs!
How come you don't show what your shooting?
Thanks I guess.
@ITHINKUREALESUK Thanks, normally I like to do three different views. But ran out of ammo and wanted to shoot my rifle.
@johniac7078 The T series are regarded as being the best of the best. Heard the C series is also great too, with them being a little bit cheaper. (If you're going for a really nice collectable.) The problem with them is the sights, very low profile GI style.
😂😂😂magazine flies......🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀
Yeah mine probably has about 1000 to 1500 rounds through it, no issues. I put 200 rounds through it in one session.
That pistol is dead sexy!
What's the deal with flinging the mags onto the ground?
Bu nasıl atış hala ısınmadan bu katar mermileri atabiliyor MAŞALLAHI
Do you know how to take the magazine safety disconnect out of a MK 3?
+Albatross497 It's much harder to do on the MK3 vs the MK2 and older pistols as far as I know. But I've never attempted to remove it on mine, so I can't give much insight. There's a few videos on YT , but I can't attest on how thorough they are.
BHPfan26 I've seen videos on everything BUT the mk3!
***** Damn, I thought the main difference was that on the MK3, the trigger had to be completely removed from frame vs on the MK2 etc the trigger could stay in when removing the disconnect. Check out "Hi-Powers and Handguns" website and also the Hi-Power section on the 1911 forum.
that thing is sweet
nice price
bro my dad got one like that whatS MARK 3 IDE LIKE TO KNOW
Okay I guess. I have an identical pistol, but am not a very good shot. I'll hit something every now and then, but not very often. I need more practice.
I have one I picked up in 1987. (MkI, I believe.) Wouldn't let it go for anything. First gun I ever bought and still pretty much my favorite. At the time all I knew was I wanted a 9mm, and I just loved the way the Browning felt in my hand. Had a little custom work done, and had them remove the mag safety. Love this gun...
fav.me/dac458f
I'd never part with this one either.
Browning çok mükel bir tabanca
@mgonza29 thanks.
Muhteşem her eve lazım.güzel bir makina.süper.
Love mine
Makina budur abi
@willwood487 Thanks bro! Unless it's an older unfired Colt, I'm gonna shoot it!
Just under $600 with FFL fees.
Müthiş 🇹🇷👍
Well so far the nickel hasn't flaked or peeled. There some scratches on the slide from what looks like an "idiot scratch" from someone trying to assemble the gun. But nothing bad. There is also a small nick on the nose of the slide from what looks like someone dropped it once..and I'm trying to get a vid up but my camera is being a bitch and won't load. >_
I have two of them actually. Are you double jealous? :D
aussie side arm :D
alloy*
My gun the best simple the best.🇹🇷🇺🇸
Yes. LOL
Soy policía federal retirado. Argentina. Lleve TDA mí carrera en la cintura está hermosa pistola. Las 24 hs. Del día. Muy lindo video lindos recuerdos
hey chick out novak hi power those thing are sweet