..... Dude, I can’t believe this video is 7yrs old now!!... Jeezuz... Time has flown by!!!... Even more unbelievably is that I still do not own a Mark23 yet, because I’m still trying to keep up with all the other HKs that you flaunt on this channel 😎... Every new video you show another HK on, becomes the new hotness that I covent and that makes it hard to keep in stride.. I hate you😬... Pretty soon I’m going to be living in a van down by the river and it will be all your fault.... My dog only eats once a week now because of the ammo crunch now, but yet my wife hasn’t lost any weight and her ass is still wide as a rubber dummy target despite tightening the belt around here in order to make room for more HK in my life... This might come across as shallow, selfish, and all that but at the end of the day it’s all about filling as many gun safes as possible while life still flows through my trigger finger....
Not the booty!!!!!! That's the biggest tragedy. Gotta have a booty to grab on to! Ammo prices are insane. I have seen my LGS drop prices back lower on the guns themselves, but ammo is seriously bad still. I'm not happy about it, and it's keeping me in stock ammo mode, vs have a stash, and 50/50 split new ammo for range/bad day stock. It's a sad state of affairs, but I'm sitting better than some of my friends. Some are sitting better than I am. But I'm happy I got all the HK's I did, when I did. Especially the rifles. It hurt me deeply spending that money then, but I wouldn't be able to afford one now at the prices they're charging now. Thanks for the comment man, it lifted my spirits.
Got three of them now. Anybody got a "Desert Tan" colored one with the frame cast in "Desert Tan" color..? They only imported 500 so they're somewhat rare.
@@johnyoungs7453 ... I have only seen a colored frame Mark23 on video.. I’m not sure, but I think FDE is the only colored frame they make for it, besides the original black frame obviously, and I have heard rumblings of asking prices close to 3k for BNIB private sale... That’s rifle money territory, but I don’t think I could walk away from it if I was in a good position to get one... I convince myself by saying it’s only a few hundred more bucks than a plain Jane and one, and I can always make more money to cover the extra expense... And like you said, they only produced like 500 that made it here to the States.. The only real problem is that ya’ need to have two of them 😬.... It will never end 👍😬😎🇺🇸
@@Peenurpool I've got three of them. One to carry, one in my safe as a "backup", and one more, well, I guess because I love these bloody guns...!! They all have GG&G pic rails attached, along with Surefire X-400U weapon lights with green targeting lasers attached. Before my "blue" state of "Washingtax" (Gov. INSLEE, that prick...!!) went spastic stupid & forced a "10-round magazine ban" on us (hopefully, recent Supreme Court decisions will cancel that bullshit..!!), I bought a bunch of HK Parts Store 17-round HK Mk 23 .45ACP magazines ($120/a pop...!!) for all three guns. Current mags (then) were grandfathered in.
This man right here is a REAL American. Just saying. "Support and defend the Constitution" instead of "The constitution is outdated and needs to be rewritten." I love it. And the review was amazing, he definitely deserves more views.
When he goes back to Shadow Moses in 4 and picks up the Mk23...... "Just like old times." I've been saving for one of these for a while. This will officially make MGS the most expensive game ever...
Best pistol ever! I’ve got one, and I love it after around 250 rounds through it! Every trigger pull is like falling in love with shooting again. I’m just like you and want to buy another only to put it into a frame and display it. I too am an HK fanboy but for good reason. They make the best small arms in the industry. Above Glock, Beretta and Colt. If they made a shotgun I’d buy it, but for now my Benelli M4 will do. Great video!
I've had the pleasure of shooting a Mark 23, and it's fantastic. The heavy weight really keeps the .45ACP under control, not a lot of recoil at all. On my list of collectibles to get!
Yes, the weight works for you, not against you. Great pistol, well thought out, and just a great gun. I'm very happy I have it. Now I want more copies!! lol.
"There is also a 10 round magazine for those states where fascism is making a comeback." YOU RAWK! Great review, this is the gun for me!!! Of all the HK's, it's my pick! thanks so much!
I have similar hand size as you and I've never had a problem. I fired this in Vegas 2 years ago and the the only problem i had was my last 10 shots from a box were up and to the left (pulling my left hand too much). The range guy there thought i had fired it all my life.
Don’t ever get rid of that gun, Metal Gear Solid has boosted the Mk23 into insane popularity. Oh how I wish Britain had the second amendment, I’d love to fire one of these. That firing sound is music to my ears.
Jessica needs sling attachment points. If I open carried I might think about it, but after dumping the VP9 as a contender, I'm down to the HK45 and the USP 45... If I try and add something new into the mix again I might lose my mind.
I throughly enjoyed this vid! I so wish I bought this pistol back when I had the chance to. Argh! But at that time funds just did not allow. I could do it today but we can't have them in this Police State. So ridiculous...makes no sense. I remember holding it in the shop just wanting it so bad. When I took the thing down I instantly noticed the beefed up frame. I hope to see more of this fine pistol!!!!
Oh she'll be around frequently. I am going to do a solid snake movie voice review of the military guns I have. I'm also going to do a Terminator Salvation kit when I get the MR556 here soon. Thanks for watching man. If I'm ever close to where you're at, I will make sure to meet up and we can shoot. Also, if you are ever in texas rounds and range fees are on me.
navyman8903 I will be looking' forward to that vid! I was gonna say the range you shoot at even though public seems like the port is sectioned off? Like your own "room" in a way? I kinda like that. Do they have any issues with recording vid? The few public ranges around me do not like that. Last year one range asked me to stop recording and if I ever do that again I'll be asked to leave...You are very kind my friend!
***** This range is fine. They are super pumped a Military guy shoots there. Idk why. I always get the "Private suite" when I get there. It is a closet, but still nice. They always let me record in there,but I've only been twice.
Great vid. I recently purchased mine and put 500 rounds through her already. I got a thumb knuckle callus from the safety. I too have medium size hands. Feels great to shoot though!
You can shoot ANYTHING close to a .45ACP sized cartridge through it. Even .460 Rowland..!! .450, 185-gr, +P Double Tap, and .45 Super. The gun digests "everything .45(6)" with ZERO problems..!! :-)
@@johnyoungs7453 sounds good! I haven’t shot .45 super through mine yet, someday though. I just bought a USP in .45 as well to round out the collection. MK23, USP .45 and an HK45C.
@@Ghostrider-71 Well, I thought about acquiring a 6" bbl'd, HK .45 (T) Elite, but I have a burning desire for one more (I have 3, now....) HK Mark 23's, and that is the one with the "Desert Tan" colored frame, of which apparently, from everything I've read (HK Forum, etc), only 500 were made & imported to the US. I understand that they now go for a "super-premium" price, "WHEN" you can find one, of course. Should you ever come across one for sale, please let me know, ok..? Until then, I'm limiting my search of HK .45's to one of those guns...! Cheers, J
@@johnyoungs7453 Hahaha, yes, the Uber rare Desert Tan frame MK23. You would have better luck finding the Eagle Industries case for the MK23. Those cases are also being sold for stupid prices. I managed to find the LBT Mk 23 holster and the LBT Mk 24 (HK45C) which was by luck. Have a look on GB for the desert framed Mk 23. Be prepared for sticker shock and good luck. 👍🏼🤙🏼
@@Ghostrider-71 Already "aware" of the prices of these. Yeah, but at least I can honestly say I was never "originally" aware of the existence of these to begin with. There are folks out there who were, but put off acquiring one until it was effectively "too late". Now, they're crying their eyes out..! At least I was not aware these even existed until about a year ago, give or take... :-(
Great review of a super gun! HK got this and the earlier USPs right. I also own the P30L, HK45, and a couple HK45Cs, and I find myself going back to the older models. Like you said, as long as you don't have to conceal it, the 23 is impossible to beat.
Thanks for the feed back. Sounds like our safe's are filled very similarly. I love the 23 man, it's a house. Great pistol, and over looked by a lot of people. Thanks for watching.
I carry mine concealed in a leather fanny pack holster with NO problems whatsoever - and - a 17-round mag WITH a spare 17-round mag, to boot..! Yes, it's a big package. But at the same time, it REALLY does "inspire" a good deal of confidence in the gun - you pull this out, along with an attached Surefire X400/U (with a green laser) weapon light, and you feel like Sir Lancelot just having drawn your sword, ready to defend your woman's virtue...! It feels "rock solid" in your hand, and you can carry it "cocked & locked", Ala' 1911...! Worth the price, in my humble opinion...!
I know what you mean, love my HK45T in black . Thinking of sending my HK45 in for night sights and treaded barrel. Now USP or Mark 23.............Your killing me ....Thanks for the reply can't wait to see the HK45T review... thanks again bud
I've handled one, and I've fired the FNP 45 suppressed with the rds. I can see the draw to it, it's a solid gun. Not for me personally, but I see why people like them. I like how the HK feels, and I will say the MARK 23 is a monster. IT's super accurate and gets work done. 3 rounds less, and slightly longer, but still is an amazing choice. I'd fire the FNP 45 again if given the opportunity, and I've only got 51 rounds through the rental one here. I think if I shot one more, I'd grow to like it just fine. Some small features I'm not a fan of, but nothing I can't work around.
Any suggestions for getting a Mark 23 cut for an RMR? Mark at L&M Precision said he's retiring on his website and isn't taking anymore orders. Which is a shame because there was a photo credit of his work where the RMR co-witnessed the irons. And I've taken firearms to "gunsmifs" that did terrible work. It would be nice to actually have someone who knew what they were doing.
Great video and I agree. It's an experience to shoot one of these for sure. And it's so overbuilt that it will be one hell of a range gun that will run for many decades. I think most of the haters don't have the juice for it or can't see a use for it.
navyman8903 Awesome video, Just found my new tacticool project for the be all end all sidearm. Thanks for taking the time to do a full honest review on a great gun. Question ......is the socom light laser available for purchase anywhere,having a hard time finding one.
Question navyman8903…..First off I'm not very knowledgeable in firearms BUT i've always wanted to buy this gun as my 1st gun to own. Regardless of all that other stuff you've already mentioned that others say. (QUESTION) When you say that the gun "wears off" its own finish…is that bad? Would I have to purchase an additional barrel down the road like 10 years from now? I've always thought the wear was just breaking it in kinda like "fine wine".
The barrel will our last the gun. They are made from cannon grade steel. As for the MARK being your first gun purchase, it's a big bear to try to tame for a first hand gun. If you want to start out with a full size war gun as your first pistol, it isn't necessarily a bad thing, I would look for a CCW option soon after though. The MARK 23 can not get a higher recommendation from me. Just don't know if I would start with it. I think an all around Pistol would be a first good purchase, with the MARK 23 after. But if you are looking to get the big purchase out of the way, then that isn't a bad Idea either. But what I will say is, the MARK 23 is a solid weapon, and will last generations.
Thank You Sir, I appreciate your response…I'm not looking at using this as a concealed carry or an everyday use. More of a recreational weekend type of gun for the shooting range.
Both of those pistols are very solid. I will say I didn't expect to own a MARK 23 so soon, it's my unicorn pistol, second only to a Tan MARK 23. I will say the MARK is a wonderful and very rewarding pistol to own. I'm very happy with mine, and I'll never sell it. Built to last and ready to run. She's a tack driver.
I was in that boat, I always wanted one, and found myself watching videos of it multiple times a day. Then the opportunity to get one at a screaming price came up, I jumped on it. I thought I would own one of these down the line, I can't believe I have it already.
No. I've heard it can do it, but I have no personal need to run it. I like standard 230gr 45acp. Plus if I shot 45 super and got addicted it would be an even more expensive habit.
Your Killing me navyman ,Have another gun to buy,(wife going to love this!),Great video again!!! two Quick Questions, Hows the recoil compared to the USP and H&K45? If you could only take two hand guns from your HK45 collections which two? BY the way lone the name Jessica rabbit!!! thanks
The recoil looks more aggressive at times, and you can't stop putting effort into the gun, but the actual impulse is very relaxed. I love it. The USP and the HK45 recoil very soft for me, I'd say it would be splitting hairs overall. Very close between the 3. The HK45c is probably the snappiest out of the group, but that is due to its size. That'd be tough man.....If I had to sell down, I'd get rid of my 9mm's lol. I can't choose between the 45's. I have a serious love affair with my HK45T in Tan (review will be up tomorrow) and the MARK. I still love my USP 45's and will never sell them. I also love the balance of the Size/capacity. If I had to arm people with a sidearm, it'd be the USP 45. Best size, trigger options, and capacity. The HK45 fits me like a glove, and the MARK is a house. I'd be that guy with the 1 rifle and a bag full of pistols. It's a hard choice. I will say, you can't go wrong with a Modern 45acp HK.
He looks like an experianced shooter, but he is not. Or at least it doesn't show. He is scared of the recoil and it shows at 1:21 where you can see him pulling the trigger and pushing the weapon down to compensate for the recoil. This can be seen by chance because there was a delay between pressing the trigger and the gun going off. I did this too when i started shooting a long time ago, luckely not anymore thanks to a great teacher. I also see that he holds the weapon way too tightly. Holding it with so much tense your accuracy will be reduced. My tip is when you shoot, hold the gun just enough that it doesn't drop out or your hand and pull the trigger so slowly that the fire of the weapon takes you by surprise. Of course this doesn't work with rapid fire.
navyman8903 There is actually a pretty interesting article in Guns & Ammo (July 2014) about Troy Arms' new pump-action rifle, a .223 rifle loophole, you should check it out.
Yes I did, and I am getting a trust started. I just shot suppressed for the first time a few days ago. I'm hooked. I want the same can he has too....SWR Octane 45.
Red Beard, where art thou? It seems that there is someone capable of shooting the MK23. Full disclosure... he is a fanboy; but he's a fanboy that can shoot! I guess it takes a Navy man, to navigate "the Nimitz class MK23"?
IF I ever leave commiefornia, I will buy this gun... Along with the FNX CZ Shadow 2 Sig P226 SAO Colt 1911 Sig P320 HK Mk24 Glock 19x Sig 1911 Scorpion
..... Dude, I can’t believe this video is 7yrs old now!!... Jeezuz... Time has flown by!!!... Even more unbelievably is that I still do not own a Mark23 yet, because I’m still trying to keep up with all the other HKs that you flaunt on this channel 😎... Every new video you show another HK on, becomes the new hotness that I covent and that makes it hard to keep in stride.. I hate you😬... Pretty soon I’m going to be living in a van down by the river and it will be all your fault.... My dog only eats once a week now because of the ammo crunch now, but yet my wife hasn’t lost any weight and her ass is still wide as a rubber dummy target despite tightening the belt around here in order to make room for more HK in my life... This might come across as shallow, selfish, and all that but at the end of the day it’s all about filling as many gun safes as possible while life still flows through my trigger finger....
Not the booty!!!!!! That's the biggest tragedy. Gotta have a booty to grab on to! Ammo prices are insane. I have seen my LGS drop prices back lower on the guns themselves, but ammo is seriously bad still. I'm not happy about it, and it's keeping me in stock ammo mode, vs have a stash, and 50/50 split new ammo for range/bad day stock. It's a sad state of affairs, but I'm sitting better than some of my friends. Some are sitting better than I am. But I'm happy I got all the HK's I did, when I did. Especially the rifles. It hurt me deeply spending that money then, but I wouldn't be able to afford one now at the prices they're charging now. Thanks for the comment man, it lifted my spirits.
Got three of them now. Anybody got a "Desert Tan" colored one with the frame cast in "Desert Tan" color..? They only imported 500 so they're somewhat rare.
@@johnyoungs7453 ... I have only seen a colored frame Mark23 on video.. I’m not sure, but I think FDE is the only colored frame they make for it, besides the original black frame obviously, and I have heard rumblings of asking prices close to 3k for BNIB private sale... That’s rifle money territory, but I don’t think I could walk away from it if I was in a good position to get one... I convince myself by saying it’s only a few hundred more bucks than a plain Jane and one, and I can always make more money to cover the extra expense... And like you said, they only produced like 500 that made it here to the States.. The only real problem is that ya’ need to have two of them 😬.... It will never end 👍😬😎🇺🇸
@@Peenurpool I've got three of them. One to carry, one in my safe as a "backup", and one more, well, I guess because I love these bloody guns...!! They all have GG&G pic rails attached, along with Surefire X-400U weapon lights with green targeting lasers attached. Before my "blue" state of "Washingtax" (Gov. INSLEE, that prick...!!) went spastic stupid & forced a "10-round magazine ban" on us (hopefully, recent Supreme Court decisions will cancel that bullshit..!!), I bought a bunch of HK Parts Store 17-round HK Mk 23 .45ACP magazines ($120/a pop...!!) for all three guns. Current mags (then) were grandfathered in.
This man right here is a REAL American. Just saying. "Support and defend the Constitution" instead of "The constitution is outdated and needs to be rewritten." I love it. And the review was amazing, he definitely deserves more views.
Thanks for the support and the sub. I appreciate it.
When he goes back to Shadow Moses in 4 and picks up the Mk23...... "Just like old times."
I've been saving for one of these for a while. This will officially make MGS the most expensive game ever...
Never played it, but I understand the sentiment...!! :-)
You can't help think about the video game Metal Gear Solid, Solid Snake's primary handgun in the game where Snake gets it in Shadow Moses.
It really does take me back every time I handle it/shoot it.
Best pistol ever! I’ve got one, and I love it after around 250 rounds through it! Every trigger pull is like falling in love with shooting again. I’m just like you and want to buy another only to put it into a frame and display it. I too am an HK fanboy but for good reason. They make the best small arms in the industry. Above Glock, Beretta and Colt. If they made a shotgun I’d buy it, but for now my Benelli M4 will do. Great video!
I've had the pleasure of shooting a Mark 23, and it's fantastic. The heavy weight really keeps the .45ACP under control, not a lot of recoil at all. On my list of collectibles to get!
Yes, the weight works for you, not against you. Great pistol, well thought out, and just a great gun. I'm very happy I have it. Now I want more copies!! lol.
Ever get one..? Your message is 8Y old now...!
"There is also a 10 round magazine for those states where fascism is making a comeback." YOU RAWK! Great review, this is the gun for me!!! Of all the HK's, it's my pick! thanks so much!
I have similar hand size as you and I've never had a problem. I fired this in Vegas 2 years ago and the the only problem i had was my last 10 shots from a box were up and to the left (pulling my left hand too much). The range guy there thought i had fired it all my life.
Don’t ever get rid of that gun, Metal Gear Solid has boosted the Mk23 into insane popularity. Oh how I wish Britain had the second amendment, I’d love to fire one of these. That firing sound is music to my ears.
Jessica needs sling attachment points. If I open carried I might think about it, but after dumping the VP9 as a contender, I'm down to the HK45 and the USP 45... If I try and add something new into the mix again I might lose my mind.
I throughly enjoyed this vid! I so wish I bought this pistol back when I had the chance to. Argh! But at that time funds just did not allow. I could do it today but we can't have them in this Police State. So ridiculous...makes no sense. I remember holding it in the shop just wanting it so bad. When I took the thing down I instantly noticed the beefed up frame. I hope to see more of this fine pistol!!!!
Oh she'll be around frequently. I am going to do a solid snake movie voice review of the military guns I have. I'm also going to do a Terminator Salvation kit when I get the MR556 here soon. Thanks for watching man. If I'm ever close to where you're at, I will make sure to meet up and we can shoot. Also, if you are ever in texas rounds and range fees are on me.
navyman8903 I will be looking' forward to that vid! I was gonna say the range you shoot at even though public seems like the port is sectioned off? Like your own "room" in a way? I kinda like that. Do they have any issues with recording vid? The few public ranges around me do not like that. Last year one range asked me to stop recording and if I ever do that again I'll be asked to leave...You are very kind my friend!
***** This range is fine. They are super pumped a Military guy shoots there. Idk why. I always get the "Private suite" when I get there. It is a closet, but still nice. They always let me record in there,but I've only been twice.
I love this handgun and the history behind it. The OG of HK.
“This gun is Jessica Rabbit” hahaha
This channel is fucking Jessica Rabbit
Great vid. I recently purchased mine and put 500 rounds through her already. I got a thumb knuckle callus from the safety. I too have medium size hands. Feels great to shoot though!
The current asking price on these is $2500. I’m having a hard time justifying it.
2199 at primary arms just picked one up.
I use mine suppressed all the time, SiCo .45 Octane. Really nice gun. Apparently .45 Super can be shot through it with no problems.
You can shoot ANYTHING close to a .45ACP sized cartridge through it. Even .460 Rowland..!! .450, 185-gr, +P Double Tap, and .45 Super. The gun digests "everything .45(6)" with ZERO problems..!! :-)
@@johnyoungs7453 sounds good! I haven’t shot .45 super through mine yet, someday though. I just bought a USP in .45 as well to round out the collection. MK23, USP .45 and an HK45C.
@@Ghostrider-71 Well, I thought about acquiring a 6" bbl'd, HK .45 (T) Elite, but I have a burning desire for one more (I have 3, now....) HK Mark 23's, and that is the one with the "Desert Tan" colored frame, of which apparently, from everything I've read (HK Forum, etc), only 500 were made & imported to the US. I understand that they now go for a "super-premium" price, "WHEN" you can find one, of course.
Should you ever come across one for sale, please let me know, ok..? Until then, I'm limiting my search of HK .45's to one of those guns...!
Cheers, J
@@johnyoungs7453 Hahaha, yes, the Uber rare Desert Tan frame MK23. You would have better luck finding the Eagle Industries case for the MK23. Those cases are also being sold for stupid prices. I managed to find the LBT Mk 23 holster and the LBT Mk 24 (HK45C) which was by luck. Have a look on GB for the desert framed Mk 23. Be prepared for sticker shock and good luck. 👍🏼🤙🏼
@@Ghostrider-71 Already "aware" of the prices of these. Yeah, but at least I can honestly say I was never "originally" aware of the existence of these to begin with. There are folks out there who were, but put off acquiring one until it was effectively "too late". Now, they're crying their eyes out..! At least I was not aware these even existed until about a year ago, give or take... :-(
Welcome to the club! Best suppressor host ever created.
This is Snake
Great review of a super gun! HK got this and the earlier USPs right. I also own the P30L, HK45, and a couple HK45Cs, and I find myself going back to the older models. Like you said, as long as you don't have to conceal it, the 23 is impossible to beat.
Thanks for the feed back. Sounds like our safe's are filled very similarly. I love the 23 man, it's a house. Great pistol, and over looked by a lot of people. Thanks for watching.
I carry mine concealed in a leather fanny pack holster with NO problems whatsoever - and - a 17-round mag WITH a spare 17-round mag, to boot..! Yes, it's a big package. But at the same time, it REALLY does "inspire" a good deal of confidence in the gun - you pull this out, along with an attached Surefire X400/U (with a green laser) weapon light, and you feel like Sir Lancelot just having drawn your sword, ready to defend your woman's virtue...! It feels "rock solid" in your hand, and you can carry it "cocked & locked", Ala' 1911...! Worth the price, in my humble opinion...!
I know what you mean, love my HK45T in black . Thinking of sending my HK45 in for night sights and treaded barrel. Now USP or Mark 23.............Your killing me ....Thanks for the reply can't wait to see the HK45T review... thanks again bud
Not a problem. You can't go wrong with a 45acp HK. The MARK is an experience. The HK45T review is up btw ;)
Definitely a nice gun. Me personally I'd have to go with the FNX .45 tactical. Half the price, more rounds, and has the same features.
I've handled one, and I've fired the FNP 45 suppressed with the rds. I can see the draw to it, it's a solid gun. Not for me personally, but I see why people like them. I like how the HK feels, and I will say the MARK 23 is a monster. IT's super accurate and gets work done. 3 rounds less, and slightly longer, but still is an amazing choice. I'd fire the FNP 45 again if given the opportunity, and I've only got 51 rounds through the rental one here. I think if I shot one more, I'd grow to like it just fine. Some small features I'm not a fan of, but nothing I can't work around.
Wow. The reset on the Mk23 really is short. I like that!
Actually, this gun is not too big to conceal carry if you carry it in a chest holster and wear a jacket over it.
Just bought one Tuesday. Can’t wait.
Solid Review this deserves way more views, I hope your channel gets bigger.
Thanks man, I appreciate the support.
Any suggestions for getting a Mark 23 cut for an RMR? Mark at L&M Precision said he's retiring on his website and isn't taking anymore orders. Which is a shame because there was a photo credit of his work where the RMR co-witnessed the irons. And I've taken firearms to "gunsmifs" that did terrible work. It would be nice to actually have someone who knew what they were doing.
Great video and I agree. It's an experience to shoot one of these for sure. And it's so overbuilt that it will be one hell of a range gun that will run for many decades. I think most of the haters don't have the juice for it or can't see a use for it.
Someone needs to be able to mill these slides for a SRO
Is there a holster for the Mark 23? If yes, can you please give me the make and model?
Ever get a suppressor for this thing?
Not yet, I'm working on a Rugged can for it.
He can find one in the bottom floor of the tank hangar.
Like shooting a rifle in a handgun package.
I used one in the 90's I have big hands but short fingers that thing was like using an eraser on the target, wow!
IT's a tack driver. It just obliterates what you aim at. I've never had such a point and click experience. Even under rapid fire.
navyman8903 Awesome video, Just found my new tacticool project for the be all end all sidearm. Thanks for taking the time to do a full honest review on a great gun. Question ......is the socom light laser available for purchase anywhere,having a hard time finding one.
Also got a H&K MK 24 without the safety not sure if you have that?
This will be my first handgun, it'll look nice next to my Noveske N4.
Jeez, look at the size of that thing! It's like the DEagle of 45 ACPs.
Question navyman8903…..First off I'm not very knowledgeable in firearms BUT i've always wanted to buy this gun as my 1st gun to own. Regardless of all that other stuff you've already mentioned that others say. (QUESTION) When you say that the gun "wears off" its own finish…is that bad? Would I have to purchase an additional barrel down the road like 10 years from now? I've always thought the wear was just breaking it in kinda like "fine wine".
The barrel will our last the gun. They are made from cannon grade steel. As for the MARK being your first gun purchase, it's a big bear to try to tame for a first hand gun. If you want to start out with a full size war gun as your first pistol, it isn't necessarily a bad thing, I would look for a CCW option soon after though. The MARK 23 can not get a higher recommendation from me. Just don't know if I would start with it. I think an all around Pistol would be a first good purchase, with the MARK 23 after. But if you are looking to get the big purchase out of the way, then that isn't a bad Idea either. But what I will say is, the MARK 23 is a solid weapon, and will last generations.
Thank You Sir, I appreciate your response…I'm not looking at using this as a concealed carry or an everyday use. More of a recreational weekend type of gun for the shooting range.
HK makes extremely quality firearms.
Did the .45 USP tactical not qualify for what SOCOM was looking for?
NovaScotiaNewfie I actually think it did, but they went with the MARK 23, then the MOD 1. Now they run the HK45CT (MK24) for their 45acp gun.
This would make a very good Alaskan sidearm with .45 super hardcast.
Very cool!
Don Blake
Awesome video!!
Thank you sir.
Love my USP .45 C..just thinking this or do you have experience with a P9S? Interested in those too.
I have not had the pleasure of shooting or even laying eyes on the P9S sadly. I'd love to if I ever get the chance.
I hope to have one one day...right now I have HK usp 45 tactical and hk45
Both of those pistols are very solid. I will say I didn't expect to own a MARK 23 so soon, it's my unicorn pistol, second only to a Tan MARK 23. I will say the MARK is a wonderful and very rewarding pistol to own. I'm very happy with mine, and I'll never sell it. Built to last and ready to run. She's a tack driver.
Resisting this video: making the "big decision" of putting the cash down for a MK23 or just get another awesome HK45.
Nice video, Thanks for sharing. Have always wanted one. Really need to just get one.
I was in that boat, I always wanted one, and found myself watching videos of it multiple times a day. Then the opportunity to get one at a screaming price came up, I jumped on it. I thought I would own one of these down the line, I can't believe I have it already.
Totally want one now! Question..have you tried the KRISS VECTOR??
I have not had the opportunity. Maybe one day.
JW have you fired any 45 super in it ?
No. I've heard it can do it, but I have no personal need to run it. I like standard 230gr 45acp. Plus if I shot 45 super and got addicted it would be an even more expensive habit.
That's true. Came over from hkpro, your reviews are pretty decent
Jordan Jenkins Thank you sir, I appreciate it.
The first time I saw one of these at a local shop I fell in love... However the price was too much for my blood! Someday I'll get one...
One of the best investments I have ever made.
in hindsight... look at prices now
This is great review thanks Bro!!! Hopefully I can get one at some point.
Your Killing me navyman ,Have another gun to buy,(wife going to love this!),Great video again!!! two Quick Questions, Hows the recoil compared to the USP and H&K45? If you could only take two hand guns from your HK45 collections which two? BY the way lone the name Jessica rabbit!!! thanks
The recoil looks more aggressive at times, and you can't stop putting effort into the gun, but the actual impulse is very relaxed. I love it. The USP and the HK45 recoil very soft for me, I'd say it would be splitting hairs overall. Very close between the 3. The HK45c is probably the snappiest out of the group, but that is due to its size. That'd be tough man.....If I had to sell down, I'd get rid of my 9mm's lol. I can't choose between the 45's. I have a serious love affair with my HK45T in Tan (review will be up tomorrow) and the MARK. I still love my USP 45's and will never sell them. I also love the balance of the Size/capacity. If I had to arm people with a sidearm, it'd be the USP 45. Best size, trigger options, and capacity. The HK45 fits me like a glove, and the MARK is a house. I'd be that guy with the 1 rifle and a bag full of pistols. It's a hard choice. I will say, you can't go wrong with a Modern 45acp HK.
Dive glove trigger. Prefer my USP Tactical. Just saying as a Shooter and Diver. Have shot both
He looks like an experianced shooter, but he is not. Or at least it doesn't show. He is scared of the recoil and it shows at 1:21 where you can see him pulling the trigger and pushing the weapon down to compensate for the recoil. This can be seen by chance because there was a delay between pressing the trigger and the gun going off. I did this too when i started shooting a long time ago, luckely not anymore thanks to a great teacher. I also see that he holds the weapon way too tightly. Holding it with so much tense your accuracy will be reduced. My tip is when you shoot, hold the gun just enough that it doesn't drop out or your hand and pull the trigger so slowly that the fire of the weapon takes you by surprise. Of course this doesn't work with rapid fire.
u like surprises?
I purchase my Mark 23 the second I saw the local shop had one... it was love at first sight.
“I’m not bad I’m just drawn that way”. Jessica Rabbit.
Sweet piece bro!
What a beast. Have you fired an FNP45? That's a beastly combat 45 as well.
Funny you say that, keep your eyes peeled on tuesday.
Jessica Rabbit bahahaha. That's awesome dude. Mk23 is my dream pistol. hopefully in a few years I can afford one
I saw you drop that barrel 1:22. Happens to the worst of us 🤷🏻♂️
That's what the smirk was
I was laughing so hard when you mentioned Jessica rabbit.
I was wondering how that would be received lol. Just fits her perfectly.
I have the same gun and i totally agree with you.... Best pistol i've ever shot....
Grail gun for my collection!!
That voice for the mk23.. lmfao. Subbed.
Thanks, and I will be doing a video using only that voice here soon.
"For those in states where fascism is making a comeback." That's (unfortunately) me!!!!!
It was me too, I moved. Good luck with your state, I hope it turns around for you.
Yeah, SAFE act is a bitch. Ty tho.
Lemons Huh That's the reason I left NY. Sure I got orders to Texas, but I changed my residency, and am looking to buy a house.
navyman8903 There is actually a pretty interesting article in Guns & Ammo (July 2014) about Troy Arms' new pump-action rifle, a .223 rifle loophole, you should check it out.
Lemons Huh Connecticut as well 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄. 10 rounds.
Great review. awesome shirt lol
Pretty sure this is My Dad’s favorite gun. If I had the money, I’d buy Him one.
Awesome gun. I really love mine.
It's a Ferrari, like a Glock is a Buick. Both perform when you need them too. But the Ferrari is so much more badass at its job
Yes.
Navyman, Honfire made a video, suggesting you to get a suppresor! did you see it?
Yes I did, and I am getting a trust started. I just shot suppressed for the first time a few days ago. I'm hooked. I want the same can he has too....SWR Octane 45.
I really recommend getting one, have one for my usp9 and I love the gun!
theroyalgrapefruit I am lusting after one, I'm going to get a SWR Octane 45 and a SPECWAR 762 right off the bat.
HEY NOW !! nothing wrong with our WOP hands ;) we can work them, especially for Jessica Rabbit !
LOL yes. Especially for her.
“This gun is Jessica Rabbit.”
Alright, just take my sub and be done with it
Glad someone appreciated it. Thanks for watching.
Red Beard, where art thou? It seems that there is someone capable of shooting the MK23. Full disclosure... he is a fanboy; but he's a fanboy that can shoot! I guess it takes a Navy man, to navigate "the Nimitz class MK23"?
Man that's cool. Sweet gun
Thanks, and yes she is. I am in love with this gun.
I also got this sidearm cause of you just by watching this video
Awwwwwww yeeeeeeaaaaaahhhhhhh :D
How I feel every time I shoot it. lol. Thanks for watching man.
lol man i know it a gun but damn she look very beautiful and one nice name for her lol but one awesome review on her
Thanks man, I appreciate you watching.
you welcome
IF I ever leave commiefornia, I will buy this gun...
Along with the
FNX
CZ Shadow 2
Sig P226 SAO
Colt 1911
Sig P320
HK Mk24
Glock 19x
Sig 1911 Scorpion