HK VP9 vs Sig P320
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
- Shooting and comparing the HK VP9 and the Sig P320.
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Serious props to your cameraman. He does a great job of framing the shots, choosing what to zoom in on, and when. He makes you look good, and makes the guns look good. It's easy to forget that what happens in front of the camera is only 50% of what makes a good video. Well done to both of you.
His camera man is his son lol
RichCommander In that case I take it all back.
Yeah, Hickok's ability to talk and shoot well, and his sons camera work make a great combination.
+mse3700 Ain't that the truth !
Just thought about this. His son is incredible, spitting image of his father, with his incredible ability to focus on something, pickup quick, and learn shittons.
As a recent 1st time firearm owner I have learned a lot from your videos. I really appreciate the service you are doing. Thank you very much.
Me, too. I came to the 2nd Amendment through the political side. I never knew there was a shooting sports/collector culture, too. Hickok45 showed me guns weren't only a right, a duty, and a freedom worth fighting for, but are also fun!
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I always look at your reviews before I buy a gun.
Went with the VP9 as my first firearm. Thanks Hickock. Bc of you, this is becoming my favorite hobby.
@@RellyMedia love the gun. Feels great in my big hands. Not gonna lie tho, it’s a bit bulky for edc. I’m considering getting a smaller one for concealed carry.
Me too, I was deciding between these 2 and settled on the vp9. I love it!
My favorite thing about hickok45 videos is the genuine enthusiasm in his running commentary while he is shooting.
Couldn’t decide so I bought both :-). Got to say though, I’ve never shot anything as well as I do with my VP9. Hit a ~5 inch sporting clay set out at 73 yards (used a rangefinder) after the second shot attempt.
I purchased a VP9 and I love it. Every time I shot it I love it more and more.
I couldn’t decide, so I bought both! Got the VP9 first. I pick up the P320 this week. Love my VP9 aka my nightstand gun
Im here in England, this guy has the best job in the world. love his videos.
Two other jobs in the world are better. Beer taster at the Budweiser plant or Lamp holder/water sprayer at the Playboy photo shoots. LOL.
@@jimbob.2299 honestly, id still rather have hickock's job to be completely honest. But #2 would definitely be playboy water sprayer (or better yet, playbot baby oil application specialist lol) ill give you that
love hickok45 reviews. watched a bunch of them, they're always very informative. will most likely get the vp9 as my first handgun.
Won't regret it
I love that Hickok45 loves the VP9 so much but holds it back because he's such a Glock fan..
Who else comes to Hickok before making a purchase ?? Lol
me
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Thank you SO MUCH for this video. I've boiled my choice down to these two and maybe one or two others for my first pistol. Been watching a lot of your videos and was so happy to see you had a direct compare on 2 of my top picks.
Thank you, sir! Great review! I was at an indoor firing range today and the RSO showed me her H&K VP9 with a 17 Round Clip. It looked very sweet. She asked if I wanted to shoot it, but I politely declined as I had to go. I told her I would do my homework on it. After watching this video and reading the reviews that I could find on this handgun, I'm going to be buying this gun, period! Thanks to this video. I also learned the difference between a hammer fire and striker fire pistol. Additionally, I also own a Sig Sauer. However, it is an older model P228 with a 13 Round Clip. Love the Sig though! When it comes to buying a handgun, it's all about the quality and workmanship for me instead of the cost. However, if i can buy it for less then that's like having my cake and eating it, too. Again, thanks for this video!!! 👍👍👍🙂🙂🙂💯💯💯
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I have the vp9 and even though im still getting used to shooting it, it is probably the best feeling striker i have ever held.
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Thank you for this video. I watched it a while back and because of it, went out and bought the P320. I love my P320 and I am actually thinking about adding the VP9 to my collection. I always watch your videos when I do my studying of guns to make my decision. Keep up the good work hickok45 !
Both of them are top notch!
But I would pick the H&K...
I appreciate reviews like this, where you're seeing it in action in the hands of an experienced shooter.
I picked up dozens of pistols over a year trying to find the one that fit in my hand & had a good trigger. I now carry the VP9 daily & love it. Shoots great too.
Nice shooting Hickok!You always tell it like it is. Makes you’r tests worth watching. Now my
handeling of the H&K VP9 is a must. Thanks for this video.
Have a 320, absolutely love it. Haven't shot the vp9 yet
Gotta get your hands on one bud absolutely flawless shooting gun im dead on out to 50-60yrds with ease
shoot one; nothing against the 320, but the vp9 is my favorite!
I've shot both. I prefer the 320 myself.
I'm got the sig, and I'm gonna pick up the hk in a couple days
Thank you hickok45. Always been a fan of both guns. I have a USP .45 myself and ordered the VP9 recently. I am looking forward to shooting that beauty.
VP9 hands down. Never any issues and the best grip out of any striker fired gun
So many nice guns on the market to choose from, is a plus for consumers. Thanks for the the comparative review. My favorite gun is usually the last one I shot.
There’s no such thing as “too much shooting.” Thanks for another great video!
I've been watching Hickock since I was 9. 10 years later, can't make myself buy a gun without his opinion. I swear he could hit a gnat's tail with a hi point at 150 yards.
Love how he spends most of his time talking about how great Sig is [and they are great] and then picks up the VP9, shoots like a kid at the county fair, and doesn't miss once.
Finally found myself a WLAN to follow up on my subscriptions, 6 hours by plane away from home! I enjoy your channel, Hickok and son! Keep on the good work!
I just got my sig p320c carry, love it! , your spot on about the night sights they are kinda hard to pick up, at least during the day. thanks for the fun video:)
Love my VP9. My favorite striker fired pistol
Totally incredible shooting! Man, you are totally awesome!! Thank-you for all you do. God bless you and yours.
I love the look of the new FDE VP9s they have put out. Looks beautiful.
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***** that's a really good price.
Here in Belgium we have fairly restrictive legislation. just strated shooting at the club. will take me about a year before being authorized to own my own gun. meantime i have time to see what'll fit me.
That is where your reviews come in. love them. thanks, keep up the work.
Vp9 all day
Yes sir!!!
I'm with you. Gotta look real hard to find a more reliable, accurate 9MM that will just do its job all day. Sexy as heck too!
all damn day
what about HK SFP9 SF ?
Sig all day for me. Tightest grouping I've ever seen. Ya like what ya like.
Seeing your thoughts on the VP9, I can't wait until mine comes in after the waiting period is over. Thanks for your videos, I thoroughly enjoy them!
Waiting period?? Dude you're in a baaaaad state. Tennessee background check 2 minutes and 45 seconds then..Thank you for your purchase (hands me the gun). Have a fun day!!
As you recommended, tried both. The Sig P320 fit and felt the best. Great firearms the differences to me are in the grip. Trigger seemed better as well. Thanks for the great videos!
I got a VP9 last week. My very first firearm. Haven’t taken it to the range yet. I love how it feels in the 🤚🏾
I have mines over 2 years now and I can’t say anything bad about it. It was my first “legal” gun, if you know what I mean.
Love this comparison! I have a VP9 for my competition (light. Non professional. Just a range group) and I love it. But I’ve had my eye on the 320 lately. 😁
I always watch Hickock45 videos to help me decide my next gun
Getting my P320 compact in FDE soon! Cant wait :D
I sold the HK not because it sucked, it was actually extremely good, but I want something smaller for CC.
+FollowMeInfantry same here.....just trying to decide on the caliber....
DatGrunt try the vp9sk
@@beechris1815 Yep, I love mine, and it fits pretty well, in my carry pocket of my riding vest.
Hi, thanks for all the videos, Keep up the good work, today to me, It seems your shooting the HK much more accurately.
I enjoyed this review. I do wish you had added the Walther PPQ M2 It seems to be right there in the price range and I have heard it has a very good trigger as well.
M2 for me. Freakin awesome !
Bought a P320 compact today for $499 new. Haven’t used it yet but love the way it looks and feels and how easy is to take it apart.
I flat out love my VP9!
My G19 is my 2nd love.
Thanks
Think my 19 is alittle more dependable than my Vp9, with that being said I carry my 320c and hide my Glock 43 as back up.
I don't carry vp9 because it's to pretty, I carry the 320 because I don't care about scratches and holster wear. Frames are $50 all day
Picked up both the VP9, and the VP9SK today. Got a screaming deal, $424.99 each, plus Arkansas sales tax, which brout the total to just over $900, out the door. They both shoot great, and both are great compared to my Beretta PX4 Storm 9mm. Love the trigger response, and short trigger reset. I still prefer Hammer style firearms, like my Beretta Model 92, but I believe I will be carrying my H&K VP9SK, as my concealed carry.
Thanks for the comparison, though my local gun shop having both H&Ks on clearance, made my decision a bit easier.
That's an unbelievable price. Congrats!!
My local Atwoods had them on clearance.
I believe John Browning came back from the grave and made one last gun, the vp9
Bought a P320 Compact today. It shoots great and having that Sig quality is always a good thing! Thanks for the video!
HK VP9 vs Sig P320 vid wouldn't be complete w/out a Glock to compare to... lol.
Love you, Hickok.
have both love both. glock 19 battleworn nibx is what i carry
Really enjoy watching Hickok45. As always, job well done.👍👍
Newer P320s have a target or combat hold, instead for the 6 o'clock hold
I definitely prefer the 6 o'clock hold.
@@codyallen2838 I'm new to this. What does 6 o'clock hold mean?
@@patrickfearon7942 it means that you hold your aligned sights just a bit below the spot you want to hit. So you can keep a clear picture of your target as opposed to covering your target with your sight.
Thanks for sharing hickok45. I personally would prefer the VP 9 because of it's size and it appears to be a better shooter to me. I'm not a real big fan of the 9mm except as a compact carry gun. I'd be nice to have the VP9 in a .40 cal. My favorite is the Glock 23. It's a great shooter.
Vp 40 it's identical
Also theres a 45
Took the VP9 out to the range, and they had a P320 for rent. The VP9 shot circles around the sig in my hands. I was very excited to shoot the P320, and I was let down by it. Needed a light at the end, and the recoil impulse with 124 NATO was definitely noticeable. The P320 isn't that accurate. Maybe the twist rate? Maybe the lockup? not sure, but the VP9 clearly out performed the P320. I really wanted to love the P320, and I like Sig. But they need to rework this gun.
Ryan Tong Could be, but honestly my inputs felt right. I'm going to rent it again and see if it happens again. I'm going to put 100 rounds through a PPQ, my VP9 and the P320. See which of the 3 does better. I was disappointed that it didn't shoot as well as I expected.
Ryan Tong Yeah that's a good point. I do want to be 100% sure it wasn't just a bad range day though. I don't want to be wrong about it. It could also just be a bad sample. I love the VP9, there's no doubt about that. But I want to like the P320. The rentals are cheap for me, and I have the ammo. I think if it's bad this go around then I'll just leave it as it is, and move on with my life :) But I want to make sure I think. Want to make sure I'm giving it a fair shake.
Ryan Tong Well thank you sir, same to you as well.
Ryan Tong
gen 2 and sent to them twice....I hear everyone's customer support is slipping these days. Learned from it and moved on.
I wonder due to the Sig being a rental, maybe the sights got knocked around.
I got my VP9 a few months ago and I have to say that the only thing I don't absolutely love about it is the price ($700 out the door hurts, but it's worth it, to me). It's beautifully made, feels excellent in the hand, and shoots like a dream. Reliable and good-looking at the same time is a match made in heaven. The only thing I'm going to change on mine is putting some Kryptek pattern tan Cerakote in a few places.
H&K all day, now with 17 rd mags.
I'm a new potential gun owner. Been window shopping, taking intro classes and firing a few rounds (100 total to date). My final four after looking at over a dozen (and researching them all) were the Glock17, S&W M&P9, the Sig p320 and the H&K VP9. The Sig and the H&K made my final two after firing today. I like both in how they feel and handle. What may swing me is the ambidextrious mag release on the H&K as my wife is a southpaw. Going back for another class this weekend, want to shoot both one more time and then decide.
You have to note the HK vp9 has a European style paddle mag release. Many shooters including the most experienced are thrown off by this configuration when they first pick up an HK since they're mostly used to the american button press.
If you buy a sig, the reloading learning curve would not be as significant as lets say the HK when you begin training on another platform (glock, M&P). Going from button press to another button press is easy. Going from paddle switch to button press and vice versa can be challenging. So take that into consideration when you're choosing between the p320 and VP9.
Thanks for that info. I hadn't thought about retraining on a weapon down the line. I was thinking about the initial learning where it wouldn't be a big deal since it would be the "initial" learning curve for me anyway.
+RaginCajun 77346 Which brings me to another point. Both systems have their pros and cons. The pros for having a button press is quick learning curve on other platforms since there's so many on the market with the same setup. The main con is how easy it is to activate, either when gripping the gun or simply laying it on some surfaces.
I believe the biggest advantage the paddle mag release has over the button is how easy it is to locate and activate while still being in a secure area to make accidental ejections near impossible. I can also see new shooters with no experience in either setup being a lot more proficient with the paddle. The cons, it can break under high stress, unlike the button setup. And as I said before, can be challenging to switch between 80% of pistol's button press and the European paddle switch.
Sorry for the long comment but I hope this helps.
VΛRZ well these were my final two. Another training class today and then 100 rounds through each option. Liked both a lot. Solid trigger feel on both. On target was a slight edge to the H&K. Decided to go with the VP9 in the LE model as it just felt a bit better than the Sig and then the edge in accuracy; again very close. Would have been very happy with the Sig but really happy with my choice.
My p320 allowed me to switch the mag release to the left side. That's why I bought it. Well, that and it's an awesome shooter.
I've heard good things about the VP9, likewise I have also heard good things about the P320.
Looks like an interesting video.
I've had both for several years now and the VP9SK I have is the most accurate handgun I own, probably due to the sights being easier to see with my old eyes. I quit shooting the P320 Carry for a while until I recently upgraded it with the Sig Pro Cut slide and AXG gripe module. The bright green front X ray night sights on the Pro Cut slide are much easier to see in the daylight so I can now shoot it almost as accurately as the VP9SK. A big advantage of the P320 is the ability to upgrade everything if you don't mind spending the extra money. The upgrades turn it into a completely different gun.
I carry my VP9 IWB and it feels very comfortable. It shoots phenomenal. I like it!
Same here
I agree
You may like the VP9SK, I AIWB it in a Tulster and I hardly print and like it a lot.
I really like your channel. You're very knowledgeable and have a great sense of humor too.
It's to the point I would never sell my G19 but now that I also have the VP9 the G19 stays in the safe
PPQ has them both covered for my money, but it's a great time to be alive and a shooting enthusiast. So many quality firearms out there, can't hardly go wrong with any of them.
+moparedtn Update: I'm now also the proud owner of the Sig P320! The PPQ and the Sig are amazingly close in trigger and fun to shoot. Can't pick between them.
I have a Sig P320 and the HK VP9SK, love them both, great shooters, I carry the small VP every day.
Small ? It's as big as a 19. Lmao
I picked the 320 today, over the VP9. I have the same issue with H&K's as you, they pinch my finger and give me a blister in a short time. I'm not sure what it is? Both of my USP compacts did the same thing..... Guess I'll put the Glock 19 and 17 in storage for a while......
I have carried the VP9 since September, and I have to say I am thoroughly impressed by this gun. For me, the ergonomics on the VP9 beat any other gun I've handled, and the trigger is simply a work of art. Now...
I have not had a chance to shoot the P320, but I will say the trigger on dry fire is also a work of art. No question, the top three striker fire triggers in my opinion are the VP9, P320 and PPQ. All are superb, and far superior to every other factory striker fire trigger offered. The ONLY issue I have with the P320 at present is the grip. It's a little fat for my smaller hands, but outside that, it certainly feels like standard Sig quality.
That said, having put a couple thousand rounds through my VP9, I'm sticking with it. If you have not shot one, you owe it to yourself to do so. Nothing will beat Glock in the market for a long time to come, but let there be no doubt these two guns will certainly carve their own niche in this market. I got my VP9 with the LE package (night sights and three mags) for $699, and the standard gun runs $599. The P320 runs $525. Great guns!
sig offers 3 or 4 different grip/frame sizes for the p320......not sure if they are all on the market yet
I agree with everything you said. I own both the vp9 and p320. The vp9 is the winner for me.
Wanted this for a while Hickok.. Thanks man.
"Let's just load a couple more"... we've all been there, lol.
I had a ruger American, sig p320, and the the vp9. Went with the vp9. So glad I did. Better ergo's better trigger, better sights. Love the vp9.
I own and have close to a thousand rounds on each of the VP9, P320 Carry and Glock 19. While they are all great shooters, I'm not a fan of the Sig night sights and I do get the finger pinch as well if I don't wear a band aid. I love to shoot these guns on the range but I carry either a G26 or G27. Great analysis, Mr. Hickok. I could not agree with you more.
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man , Hickok is a great shot !
He should be probably been shooting since 1908 lol
Both are awesome guns. In the end I chose the 320 because of the modular system, and the growing aftermarket support. Thanks for the review!
It’s close between the VP9SK and the 226 Legion. Striker fired only the HK wins easily over the 320.
I BOUGHT ONE SIG 320 COMPACT 9MM, AND I LOVED IT SO MUCH THAT I BOUGHT ONE IN .357 SIG!
The Sig 320 is a purely AMAZING firearm, and I guarantee that anyone who buys one will not be let down!!!!!!!!!!
VP9 in my opinion. Especially if you're going to carry it. But you can't go wrong with either...
I bought the P320 because I heard H&K customer service sucks. That was from a gun shop owner. Both pistols are awesome!
thanks man. your channel is worth every purchase in gold.
Love my HK vp9! I carry it sometimes at 4:30. Wonderful shooter!
Can you imagine one day at the Range with hickok45?! I would take that over a return trip to Hawaii any day!!! Hickok45 seriously is my favorite gun channel, like no bs just here is some info about the specs and my 2 cents. Maybe its just because I respect his 2 cents. Anywho, hickok45 thank you for your time and efforts, love the channel!
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Sig p320 is definitely what I like the best overall
Fun video on someone who loves Glock guns and still appreciating engineering on other models. I have small hands and that impacts what models feel good to me. I suspect having huge hands like Hickok45 has the opposite problem. Comfort while shooting allows concentration and accuracy. Having one bang your finger so badly you consider a band-aid might not be fun for a large handed person. I would also consider a carry duty gun to be something shot with gloves in the winter. Comfort does mean a lot. The truly wise thing said in this video was try one out before buying it.
If I had to choose between the two, I'd go with the P320 because it's more modular. Hopefully, Sig will eventually make a threaded barrel for it.
I have Sig320 Carry and I love it.
The vp9 has taken over my g19 as edc. I love shooting that one Alittle more
I have a 320C in 9mm, and you are right to change calibers runs about $400. but if you want to stipple your grips, and mess it up, it's only $40 or so to get a new grip. I've considered getting the .357 SIG caliber change kit, but not sure I would gain too much.
Own a VP9, love it to death, but those Sigs have been calling my name lately.
The 365 is nice, imo better then the VP9 SK ... Still love my VP9 but it's a tad big for me to carry.
Picking up my P320C today. Can't wait.
15 rounds is for reliability. I have some used magazines for P30L (same magazines as a VP9) and they must have more than 30000 rounds from previous owner and I shoot another 10000 with them without any single issue. And the springs are still original. So that´s why HK put 15 not 17 or 18 like others.
MKabarCZ Could be. Of course, they could have gotten some advice from Glock as to how to make a reliable 17-rd magazine. Even for people who do not like Glocks, it's pretty impressive how they've come up with magazines that just work every time.
Savings costs from machination and development. Same reason why the .45 and 10mm Glocks are exactly the same size.
MKabarCZ At least P320 gives the option. Either use 17 round capacity, or under-load to 16 or 15 rounds. Armourer can put a magazine block in if really necessary.
hickok45 the 15 round capacity in my VP9 is the ONLY knock on it. And yes that’s annoying. But maaaaan is that a nice gun to shoot.
I'd like to see fullsteel versions of the walther PPQ and those two guns.
its no law that strikerfired guns must have frames made out of polymere
I agree. A full steel 320 would be insane.
your avatar is insane .. that is :D
That's when I was sexy. I've lost weight since then.
bummer
The H&K seems more of a point and shoot kinda gun, rather than the sig which requires practice.
I carried a P228 and didn't have much issue, but then again I trained a lot with it, great vid Hickok
VP9 is coming out in a compact size. Just announced.
Much needed!
p320 conversion kits (choice of: caliber .45, .40, 9mm, .357sig, slide and frame in full, carry, compact, and subcompact) are around $230 at the Pro Shop in Epping NH
what's the distance to the gong? this gentleman makes it look easy to shoot the gong with a pistol. I heard from people that it is really hard for the gun to be precise on long distance. Either the guys I talked are horrible shooters and they work in police and army or hickok45 is a genius...
He’s mentioned in other videos that the gong is 80 yds
Went with the HK VP 9 which I’m very happy with. Also almost went with sig for my carry but decided to go smith & Wesson which I feel better about. I watched his comparison video with the p365xl where the striking pin failed to prime the first round, that would be a bad day in a tight situation.
Price update on the SIG P320. Purchased in Texas 1/12/17 for $525 new
Hi, where did you get it?
Online or in store?
mobilesuitderka I got the p320 full size. 2 17 round magazines. Holster. Night sights. Upgraded trigger. $606.00. Love it.
I know this is an old video in, but I recently purchased a sig p320, and it handles excellent. Then I went to the store and picked up the vp9, and I tell ya, the vp9 fits perfectly Into the hand, now I'm gonna get one of those to. I've tried glocks before, wasnt really impressed by them. Also, I'm gonna get a CZ as well. It's an expensive habit this firearm business, but fun.
i carry a glock 21 gen 3 lol dont think theres a weight issue with either of these fine firearms but id never trade my glock 21 gen 3 out for anything 13+1 of .45ACP makes me extremely happy :)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dominico Carapella Glock 21 and a P320
Both of those guns are sweet. I like the SIG just a little better but only cause I own a SIG already (p938). But will own both someday. Great videos Hickok!
Would like to see both compared to Walther PPQ M2
Me too. It's funny how we can be dead set on a gun (was PPQ for me) ... then totally like "I'm just going to have to buy every gun ever made."
I wanna see ppq vs them as well
Both sig p320 and VP9 and very good hand guns. Personally my consistency and accuracy are better with the VP9. Shot both at the range on the same day. Became an instant fan of the VP9. The sigp320 is neck and neck with the VP9 in a lot of ways, imo. The accuracy on the VP9 is the difference maker for me.
do i sense favoritism to the vp9?