Loved the family video. Who can pass up a 9mm for less than 150 bucks? “I Can”! Jokes, drama, guns, suspense, outtakes, and canned laughter. You guys are having fun and it makes for very entertaining video.
I wonder if the recoil design has a issue if not held firmly enough? Like it’s suspicious that with 3 people and 4 mags 2 messed up with 1 person 🤔 I understand high points have a reputation, could this be a cause?
I bought one of these on sale at a local firearms dealer, went on hi-point website looking for some accessories and entered a drawing that hi-point was having, I won a another C9. I got laughed at so many times at the range for them, but I hit 10 out of 10 shots and center of the target more then anyone else there
My first pistol was the c9, high point doesn’t spend a lot of if any time finishing. If you take the slide off and do some file work do some polishing and bend the spring or replace the spring in the magazine it becomes a fairly reliable fire arm. My biggest issue with it was the grip always felt slick and every once in a while the slide would bite me. High Point the brick that goes bang !
Got a hi point 9mm carbine lightly used for 120 usd, sent it back tocompany for a minor cosmetic repair and they replaced EVERYTHING. They gave me a new gun basically, and it has always run flawless. Hipoint is a good company.
They find little bs to complain about a hipoint. The one person is right though, most people who complain about the hipoint are rich & well off & boast about what expensive guns they have. I have the 9 & the 45 & it does damage like any other gun.
Had a stiff Safety on mine never used....Just Emailed Hi Point within a matter of an Hour they talked to a Tech...emailed me a call tag to send back to fix....That is top line customer service....gotta Love Hi Point I Do!😀
I've owned a C-9 for years , I bought it used for $50 and it had a problem with the mag release spring , one call to Hi Point and 2 days later I had a new sppring , grip panels and other goodies all at no charge 100 % FREE ! I like the C-9 so much I bought a 45 . To be honest the only problem I've run into while using either is squib loads which cause failure to cycle issues " not the weapons fault " ! Both will eat any ammo I feed them from factory new , steel case and all manner of reloads . While Hi Points are like carrying a loaded brick you can't beat them on price , value , and IMHO the best no questions asked no bull warranty in the business ! Ugly YES ! heavy YES ! Bulky YES ! fun to shoot YES ! great truck / boat gun ! And yes like all firearms they should be broken down cleaned and lubed before use ! Great video ! Thanks !
I remember the first time I saw a Hi-point I wanted to throw up. I told myself I would never buy one merely based on the fact I couldn't stand the sight of it. Fast forward 10 years to the point where I've collected about all I want to collect and I find myself infront of a C-9. I bought it mostly for laughs and took it to the range.....accurate and dependable is how I would describe a Hi-point. Ugly but functional. I still shoot it every so often just for fun. Another great video sir!
Hello John. I had exactly the same thoughts when I saw a Hi-Point pistol for the first time. I now own two HI-Point pistols and a carbine and I'm glad I bought them.
@@mixup98 I bought the carbine based on your review as well and now have the C-9 and carbine in 45 ACP. Keep up the good work your videos are my go to for information.
When I want pretty, I have a WWII era Walther PPK and it shoots great. When I want functional, Hi Point does just fine! Another great review! Hi, Jess!
I have seen folks disassemble those pistols and polish them up on the inside before the first shot to improve performance. I purchased a Hi-Point carbine recently and so far I am happy with it.
I'm definitely going to disassembly my pistol and polish a few parts but I wanted to review this pistol straight from the box and then I'll do another review sometime in early spring.
I bought a c9 few months ago 159.00 not one failure. Feels different than my rugers Berettas and Browning's but shoots better than I thought it would. The firing pin doesn't strike the primer any where near center. But so far I'm impressed with this inexpensive gun.
I'm 67 now, and live on social security. Obviously, I can't afford an expensive gun. Hats off to HI point for trying to make protection available for us poorer people! My next gun will probably be a Hi point
Very well said and I applaud you, Steve. I wish more gun enthusiasts and gun snobs would realize that not everyone can afford a Glock, S&W, Sig or Beretta firearm for self defense. We all have the right to self defense, even those who can only afford an inexpensive firearm. Thank you for the great comment.
If its your 9mm or 9mm in a long time I would definitely get something like a max 9 it just operates better and I have a c9 and I’m saying this because highpoints are good they get the job done never had a jam but the looks and the way it works is pretty outdated imo others would think the same others won’t but that’s just how I feel.
I have 2 C9s and a 995 9mm carbine. I have run a billion rounds at 25, 50, 100 yards with NO, failure, jams and/or misfires. The woman is having problems because of her lack of experience and technique. This pistol performed, as it always does, also HI-POINT has the absolute best, best, best customer service. This is a great weapon.
I have friends who bought the carbine and I've fired them both. They are fun and reliable. I've seen videos with people doing things to the C9 that they would never do to any "big name" fire arm. The lowly C9 will still fire. Also, It is documented that their customer service is top notch. If you're on a budget. This is a great option. No cap!
@@colt45peacemaker LOL. As much as I love the joke and meme, Hi-Point is a good budget option. I don't own one. I use the jokes too. But honestly, these ugly, heavy, firearms seem to perform beyond expectations. Major gun channels have abused them and shown that they will stand up to out of the ordinary abuse. Hell, I've seen them out perform major brand names. I was shocked too. I'll admit they are not practical for a concealed carry, but they seem to work even when shot! Yes. Shot. Lol. (See demolition ranch) Also see IV 88 video on them. I'm glad they exist. I'm glad for their price and I'm glad they have such high customer service.
@@BushcraftingBogan Hi-Point in my opinion is a budget gun but not for the new shooter as they are marketed to be. There are a few problems in operation... Magazine feed lips are not like any other pistol. The slide requires to be pulled back far enough to cock the striker (not easy for many people). It will chamber a round but sometimes not catch the firing pin. My C9 has been reliable with self defence ammo and somewhat reliable with target speed loads. Forget gunshow reloads.
People hate on this brand because it's cheap, rich people don't like the idea of poor people owning weapons. Truth is these guns are not that ugly and they perform very well, I've seen them out preform expensive models.
Thanks for this video on the High Point. I have married friends who really didn't have two nickels to rub together, but they could afford a High Point for home protection, so that's pretty huge. Several years later they were able to buy a Glock 17, but they keep that High Point ready to go as well.
I have no hate for the C9, I own one and it has its place next to my CZ's and high end 1911's. It is what it is, an affordable firearm for the masses who don't have or can't justify spending alot of money on a gun.
IDK but I was always taught by my leo dad that a new gun out of the box needs cleaning to get rid of the manufacturing gradoo that the maker may have missed. Do this before firing a round so as to prevent that same gradoo from getting into the works of the gun and less "break-in" time is needed. I have done this and after 60 years of buying guns that advice has not failed me. Thanks for showing us.
You're right, every new firearm should be cleaned and lubricated before ever shooting it and this video shows why that is very important. Thanks for the comment and we also thank you for watching our video.
Loved my 9 so much i bought the 45. Sat and worked the slide all night..hand load a hot round for them. Needs oil definatly. Like an old carbureted truck the more you drive it the better it gets.
I need to add a story of a friend of mine who was dating a female police officer. She wanted him to "bring his gun " and meet her at the range for some recreational shooting. He came to my shop and bought a Hi-Point C-9 pistol. He said he didn't want to spend a bunch of money just to go to the range with her. He came back to me a couple of days later and said when she started pulling up guns out of her bag he figured she's out of his league, for sure. She had a Colt.45, a Sig, a Kimber and an old Remington mod.41. He said he out-shot her all day long with his C-9 and basically embarrassed her. He doesn't think they'll be going back shooting any time soon .
Love the video, I bought my second Hi Point recently , and did the same with lubing the rails, and put a lighter sear spring kit in it. put the trigger pull from 11 to 6.5 pounds. I personally dont agree with all the nay sayers. I love this gun. I use a horizontal shoulder holster with it. And with the heft of the C9, it feels and functions just great! I also changed out the sight for the ghost ring sight, I dont see great up close so the ring worked better for me. Thanks A lot
I just bought one on gunbroker for $113 with 8 mags. It chambers like butter and has been perfect for the first 100 rounds. I have lots of other nice guns but this will be my glovebox gun
I bought a C9 back in 08,just needed a cheap reliable pistol for a truck gun.This one hasn't let me down yet,I've probably fired 50 or 60 rounds thru it.Can't complain it is what it is.Made in America,lifetime warranty.
Got myself a Hi-Point couple of years ago usedfor $99.00! Why you ask, For giggles! It shoots every kind of 9mm ammo I use! Sure it's ugly and heavy, but it works! Very very very low budget firearm for one who needs one but does not have the funds. It will protect you.
One of the things I love about this channel is you will review firearms the person who may not have a lot of money to spend can afford, and still be able to buy ammo for it. Not everyone can afford to put down the $$ for the big names when they have kids and a wife to take care of, but they do need something they can feel confident in for protecting their family. So, thanks for giving those folks something else to look at. I know I was once there, myself, but the only gun reviews back then were in the glossy paged gun magazines which you'll remember were highly biased towards their major advertisers.
Hello Latigo. I certainly do remember those magazine reviews and I don't recall ever reading a bad gun review. And you're right, a lot of people can't afford 500 bucks or more for a pistol and I'm fortunate to be able to review these inexpensive firearms for my viewers. Stay safe, have a great new year and we thank you for watching our channel.
Love to see the relationship you have with your family. Great to see the humor in your videos but this Hi Point vid had me LMAO, thanks and Merry Christmas
I don't mind a Hi point I've own them before. Ppl fuse about all the failures I understand why. You buy a gun you should want it to shoot right. But my the way I see it is before you carry a gun you need to get comfortable with it plus the more you shoot it the better feel you get for it. I like to put at least a 100 Rounds down range at test the ammo I'll be shooting for carrying. I've owned a few high points. Plan on buying some more.
Good video. In the early 90s, a pal I worked with was going to let his license expire. I bought the last of his inventory, 3 High Point 9mil. I paid $72 apiece. I gave my two boys one each and I kept one that I yet have today. My youngest son said at the time "Thanks Dad, oh, it's not a Smith&Wesson." I told him "If you don't like it give it back and go buy a Smith&Wesson. If you have to use it on someone breaking into your house I promise you the last thing the guy's going to ask is what make of weapon you used." Anyway, Never had a jam. High Points are the SKS's of the pistol world, durable, reliable, etc...A little too heavy to tote comfortably but I have other 9s, Ruger, Taurus that I carry but if I were in a gunfight I'd prefer the HP. When the ammo runs out you can always throw it at'em. HP are made locally, Mansfield, Ohio.
It is possible the failures to fire may have been from limp wristing( just a guess since only the young lady seemed to have that issue) . If you continue to have issues contact hi point .They have the best customer service in the business with a transferable life time warranty. Also in my experience the weakness of hi points are their magazines. Thanks for another entertaining video. I wish i had as good a place to shoot.
I almost always take apart a new firearm and clean and lube it before shooting it but with this Hi-Point I wanted to shoot it straight out of the box for this review. This is a very good example why every new gun owner should clean and properly lubricate their firearm before even shooting it.
Many people bad mouth Hi Point pistols, but you demonstrated that with proper lube and ammo, they're quite reliable. Thanks for a great video. You talked me into wanting one.
I have a Hi Point .45 auto, it looks like a tank, a mutt, but by gosh its the perverbial 'cheap shot' weapon. Its virtually indestructible. Its the girl next door, she aint a beauty, but she's faithful, I could go on, but you get the point.
Ive got a C9 that I keep in my tackle bag for catfishing. Do a lot of night fishing and between snakes and the 2 legged kind, I figured a $140 wasn't a bad price for something I'd be using up close and personal. I put the ghost ring site on and it makes a difference at night.
I've owned and shot Hi Points for many years. I've found them to be accurate and reliable. And they have the best customer service in the business. When new, I load the mags to full capacity for a week or so and let them set. It doesn't hurt to load and unload the mag several times too. And if you download the mag one round, they chamber the 1st round much smoother.
As the owner, and user, of multiple Hi-Point firearms; I get a kick out of the fact that the major complaint I hear is that it is ugly. When was the last time you convinced someone to surrender by showing them your “pretty” gun?? The only time I have EVER had a problem with mine was when using “self defense” ammo. Standard 9mm or .45 ammo runs all day. For ONE of your pretty guns, I can have a weapon for every room in my house.
I had $100 worth of academy sports gift cards a few years back, went to go check out their after Christmas sales & couldn't find much of anything I liked. I saw a Hi Point C9 for only $130 so I added the $30 +tax out of pocket & walked out with a 9mm pistol. I thought it was a pretty good deal TBH. It's def not my favorite pistol, just so heavy & ugly but it works great. I've never had that slide closing issue with mine but I've always kept it lubed up nice n juicy. It's been reliable & very accurate. I disconnected the mag safety on it right away. I like to work up my extra "warm" test loads thru it when I reload something for the first time with projectiles or powders that are new to me. Also like to give it to my buddies to use if they want a pistol when we go out shooting. I don't have to worry about it getting beat up. Overall it's alright, not terrible. Def worth the little bit I payed for it.
Back in 1977 I brought some American Made Cheap Auto like Ravan .25 ACP for $25.00 in brand new condition from sporting goods store in PA. The box of ammo and range time $3.50 per hour almost cost more than the gun in some place $7.95 plus taxes.
I bought one to see why people hated them.. I have been very happy with mine.. had a couple of slow feed with the 10 round mag.. other than that I really like shooting it.. my next pistol is the jhp 45 or if I can get one a springfield sa35.. I like all firearms glad you did a review and were honest👍
Thank you for the video. I have a C-9 and a 45acp and a 995. They all shoot well. Maybe not a EDC but i would say good firearms. And yes oil is my friend with them LOL .
I love this pistol....have 3 of them. I did have to go with a leg holster to help with the weight...just say'n. They are very accurate. Standard rounds tend to mis-feed often so we use flat-top wad-cutter style ammo with no mis-feed issues at all. Able to arm 4 shooters for the price of 1 over hyped glock. Grips are a little smooth and slip with sweaty hands but aftermarkets are available at a very low price.
@@mixup98 It's not bad to shoot. Trained with a USCCA instructor who declared it "the world's ugliest gun" when I took it out of the range bag. Trigger is plastic. Not easy on the finger after a while. Field stripping is a pain because you have to use a punch to remove the pin holding the slide to the frame and initially that pin is easy to remove but difficult to reinsert. I found a company video on disassembly and they say to use a 3/32-inch punch instead of a 1/8-inch as stated in the manual. Sights are nicely marked. I placed all my rounds on target and they were "grouped" but a large group since I'm still getting used to the C9. Gun very stiff out of the box.
@@marcmiller7292 It does take awhile to break in the pistol and it is a pain to field strip, but I'm guessing you didn't have any failures to feed or eject. Thanks for getting back with me. Stay safe and enjoy your pistol.
One of the reasons it was jamming is that the coating on the outside of the slide is also on the inside of the slide and feed ramp. Often the magazine lips are also a bit off as well. That is why there are a lot of YT videos on adjusting the magazines and polishing the slide rails/feed ramp for better reliability.
I've been using lead projectiles with my C9, and haven't had any issues with function. No key-holing. With a great deal of tries and kentucky windage, I've been able to hit a plate at 200m a couple times with mine! I'd assume that was due to heavy projectiles not stabilizing properly in the barrel. I just have been using cast 120ish gn roundnose projectiles in my own piece.
I have several 9 mm pistols including ruger ec9s for cc. My hi point c 9 is my side arm I carry it has never let me down and feeds every round I give it
I really enjoy your videos. Your Benelli Nova tactical shotgun video was a lot of fun. I actually bought a Hi Point C9 a while back because I just wanted to learn about autoloading pistols. It was the cheapest option for doing so at the time. Though it's not the best, I've learned a lot by running it. It is wonky and limited for sure, but it runs reliably now that it's broken in.
@@mixup98 I had a 40 cal. Highpoint and they like a hot load. I shot some cheap ammo and it would jam. When with some good ammo and it shot fine after that.
I bought a High-Point C9 and it looked like the whole thing was powder coated. After I got that off the slide and feed ramp with some 1000 grit sandpaper and buffed it, I had no more failure to fire. It helps to stretch the magazine springs a bit, too. A very accurate and (now) reliable handgun. Not particularly good for cc but good for in the car and boat.
The fugliest pistol on the market, but they are tough and fairly reliable, once broken in. There are some YT vids out there where guys have done really extreme things to them, trying make them fail, and yet they kept on firing. Really. Extreme. Things. HPs might be a viable choice for someone who can't afford a more glamorous firearm, but who needs something with more stand-off range than a baseball bat or a golf club. Nice review. Stay safe out there.
Great video, nice outtakes and that laugh track is excellent! I don't need one of these High Points but for the price, it's quite tempting to have one around.
I've had one for years and you're right about the lube. They do like to run wet. As for your problem with lead bullets - IDK if they were handloads or not. I shoot a 124 gn cast bullet and have never had a keyhole. Be interested to know what you were shooting and the COL on the cartridge
I do reload, which I have been doing since the late '70s. My reloaded ammunition consisted of an HSM Custom cast 125 grain lead round nose bullet and 4.3 grains of Hodgdon Universal powder. COL was 1.13" with a velocity of approximately 960 fps. I will try a different lead bullet when I do an updated review on my Hi-Point 9mm pistol.
Ah yes, the Hi-Point C9, If I remember correctly, It's a polymer frame striker fired, DA only blowback operated, 9mm Pistol, Single stack 8+1, I think you can also get 10 and 15 round mags for it, They also make a 45 ACP model, I get a flier from my LGD and the last time I checked, They were offering a Combo of the 995TS Carbine and the 9mm C/P Pistol for $449.00 I don't believe I've ever seen a barrel with 3 grooves, I had a Marlin Lever Action in .44 Magnum, that had what Marlin called a micro groove barrel with 12 grooves, It was very accurate, I kick myself in the tail for selling it, I would assume that with a heavy slide and overall weight, that recoil is mild, Interesting video, Thank you Sir for sharing, Stay Strong.
Hello Joseph. I currently own a Marlin .44 Magnum lever action and I absolutely love it and I've done several youtube videos on it. Sorry to hear that you sold yours. You also stay strong and we thank you for watching our video.
@ Mixup98...After shooting this would you have a problem using this for home defense...I just purchased this same one last week and have not been able to shoot yet...Thanks for your review and your Daughter in Law is a sweetheart! 😀❤
If I were on a limited budget then yes, I would use this for home defense but only after breaking it in and putting a lot of rounds through it. And yes, Jess is a sweetheart and we love having her in our videos.
So as for Hi-point, I have no complaints on my end, I have the full size 45 and it is what it is, never failed me yet. BUT Hey Merry Christmas, I am not much of a computer guy But yet wanted to make sure send the message. From an Old Floridacracker Take care.
Big, heavy, ugly, accurate and reliable, but best of all American made, cheap and a great warranty. I've had mine for years with 0 problems. Most do require a break-in period. Biggest problem people have shooting these is "limp wristing" due to crappy ergonomics causing feeding issues. Bad guys don't care how pretty the gun is when you shooting at them.
I don't own a 9MM but am thinking about getting one just so I can have a gun that they actually make ammo for. Every time I go into the local sporting goods store the only ammo they have is .22LR, 9MM and .223. This store has a couple of these Hi-Points in stock and for $159. Was hesitant to consider it that is until I saw your review Now thinking seriously about it. You do a good service for your viewers MixUp. Thanks
Loved the family video. Who can pass up a 9mm for less than 150 bucks? “I Can”! Jokes, drama, guns, suspense, outtakes, and canned laughter. You guys are having fun and it makes for very entertaining video.
I wonder if the recoil design has a issue if not held firmly enough? Like it’s suspicious that with 3 people and 4 mags 2 messed up with 1 person 🤔 I understand high points have a reputation, could this be a cause?
For every negative comment about Hi Points, there's an English man wishing he could own one!
I bought one of these on sale at a local firearms dealer, went on hi-point website looking for some accessories and entered a drawing that hi-point was having, I won a another C9. I got laughed at so many times at the range for them, but I hit 10 out of 10 shots and center of the target more then anyone else there
Awesome! Great comment, great shooting and congratulations on winning your pistol.
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Those Hi-Points jam because they’re not broken in yet. You have to shoot lots of rounds to get it loose! I happen to love mine!
I've never had problem with new ones
Mine always fire with no problems.
My first pistol was the c9, high point doesn’t spend a lot of if any time finishing. If you take the slide off and do some file work do some polishing and bend the spring or replace the spring in the magazine it becomes a fairly reliable fire arm. My biggest issue with it was the grip always felt slick and every once in a while the slide would bite me. High Point the brick that goes bang !
Got a hi point 9mm carbine lightly used for 120 usd, sent it back tocompany for a minor cosmetic repair and they replaced EVERYTHING. They gave me a new gun basically, and it has always run flawless. Hipoint is a good company.
Awesome....glad to hear about your great experience with the company.
They find little bs to complain about a hipoint. The one person is right though, most people who complain about the hipoint are rich & well off & boast about what expensive guns they have. I have the 9 & the 45 & it does damage like any other gun.
This show is way better than any of the garbage on the TV nowadays.
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Had a stiff Safety on mine never used....Just Emailed Hi Point within a matter of an Hour they talked to a Tech...emailed me a call tag to send back to fix....That is top line customer service....gotta Love Hi Point I Do!😀
Thanks for the info!
As an added bonus, you can use the gun as a club when you run out of ammo! :)
I had a c9, liked it. Sold/traded it off and regretted it soon after. Got another one back and will hold onto this one. Damn fun to shoot!
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The hi point is just a square flat black gun. The glock is very similar in appearance but no one says its ugly.
As always, you offer us experiential videos that not only explain and demonstrate, but offer intelligent and practical solutions. Great video, man!
Wow, thank you!
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I've owned a C-9 for years , I bought it used for $50 and it had a problem with the mag release spring , one call to Hi Point and 2 days later I had a new sppring , grip panels and other goodies all at no charge 100 % FREE ! I like the C-9 so much I bought a 45 . To be honest the only problem I've run into while using either is squib loads which cause failure to cycle issues " not the weapons fault " ! Both will eat any ammo I feed them from factory new , steel case and all manner of reloads . While Hi Points are like carrying a loaded brick you can't beat them on price , value , and IMHO the best no questions asked no bull warranty in the business ! Ugly YES ! heavy YES ! Bulky YES ! fun to shoot YES ! great truck / boat gun ! And yes like all firearms they should be broken down cleaned and lubed before use ! Great video ! Thanks !
HiPiont will stand behind their guns. We had to send back a couple for issues. Repaired, no cost.
Great video. Your son and daughter-in-law are a great addition to your videos. Thanks
I remember the first time I saw a Hi-point I wanted to throw up. I told myself I would never buy one merely based on the fact I couldn't stand the sight of it. Fast forward 10 years to the point where I've collected about all I want to collect and I find myself infront of a C-9. I bought it mostly for laughs and took it to the range.....accurate and dependable is how I would describe a Hi-point. Ugly but functional. I still shoot it every so often just for fun. Another great video sir!
Hello John. I had exactly the same thoughts when I saw a Hi-Point pistol for the first time. I now own two HI-Point pistols and a carbine and I'm glad I bought them.
@@mixup98 I bought the carbine based on your review as well and now have the C-9 and carbine in 45 ACP. Keep up the good work your videos are my go to for information.
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I have a C9 and a JHP 45. They’re big and fugly. However they go bang every time and the bullets hit what they’re aimed at. Can’t argue with that.
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"If it's stupid but works it ain't stupid"
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When I want pretty, I have a WWII era Walther PPK and it shoots great. When I want functional, Hi Point does just fine! Another great review! Hi, Jess!
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I have seen folks disassemble those pistols and polish them up on the inside before the first shot to improve performance. I purchased a Hi-Point carbine recently and so far I am happy with it.
I'm definitely going to disassembly my pistol and polish a few parts but I wanted to review this pistol straight from the box and then I'll do another review sometime in early spring.
@@mixup98 Looking forward to that Review!
I have four of these and I also have kimber's but I will tell you one thing about the high points they work and I love them
I bought a c9 few months ago 159.00 not one failure. Feels different than my rugers Berettas and Browning's but shoots better than I thought it would. The firing pin doesn't strike the primer any where near center. But so far I'm impressed with this inexpensive gun.
I'm 67 now, and live on social security. Obviously, I can't afford an expensive gun. Hats off to HI point for trying to make protection available for us poorer people! My next gun will probably be a Hi point
Very well said and I applaud you, Steve. I wish more gun enthusiasts and gun snobs would realize that not everyone can afford a Glock, S&W, Sig or Beretta firearm for self defense. We all have the right to self defense, even those who can only afford an inexpensive firearm. Thank you for the great comment.
Don't do it, you will regret it. Spend another $150 and get something much better.
If its your 9mm or 9mm in a long time I would definitely get something like a max 9 it just operates better and I have a c9 and I’m saying this because highpoints are good they get the job done never had a jam but the looks and the way it works is pretty outdated imo others would think the same others won’t but that’s just how I feel.
@wapiti3750 you're lying Hi Points are good weapons.
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I have 2 C9s and a 995 9mm carbine. I have run a billion rounds at 25, 50, 100 yards with NO, failure, jams and/or misfires. The woman is having problems because of her lack of experience and technique. This pistol performed, as it always does, also HI-POINT has the absolute best, best, best customer service. This is a great weapon.
It's a tool. I think once you overcome your pride you can get past that it's a highpoint. Better then a sharp stick.
I have friends who bought the carbine and I've fired them both. They are fun and reliable. I've seen videos with people doing things to the C9 that they would never do to any "big name" fire arm. The lowly C9 will still fire. Also, It is documented that their customer service is top notch.
If you're on a budget. This is a great option. No cap!
@@BushcraftingBogan Their Warranty is the best in the business.
My bet is on the stick
@@colt45peacemaker LOL. As much as I love the joke and meme, Hi-Point is a good budget option. I don't own one. I use the jokes too.
But honestly, these ugly, heavy, firearms seem to perform beyond expectations. Major gun channels have abused them and shown that they will stand up to out of the ordinary abuse. Hell, I've seen them out perform major brand names. I was shocked too.
I'll admit they are not practical for a concealed carry, but they seem to work even when shot! Yes. Shot. Lol. (See demolition ranch) Also see IV 88 video on them.
I'm glad they exist. I'm glad for their price and I'm glad they have such high customer service.
@@BushcraftingBogan Hi-Point in my opinion is a budget gun but not for the new shooter as they are marketed to be. There are a few problems in operation...
Magazine feed lips are not like any other pistol.
The slide requires to be pulled back far enough to cock the striker (not easy for many people).
It will chamber a round but sometimes not catch the firing pin.
My C9 has been reliable with self defence ammo and somewhat reliable with target speed loads. Forget gunshow reloads.
Great family time. I always enjoy your videos thank you
You are very welcome Angel and we thank you for being a seven year subscriber to our channel.
Have the Jhp 45. Very accurate and eats everything I have put through it. It's so heavy very light recoil. Great videos.
People hate on this brand because it's cheap, rich people don't like the idea of poor people owning weapons. Truth is these guns are not that ugly and they perform very well, I've seen them out preform expensive models.
Thanks for this video on the High Point. I have married friends who really didn't have two nickels to rub together, but they could afford a High Point for home protection, so that's pretty huge. Several years later they were able to buy a Glock 17, but they keep that High Point ready to go as well.
I have no hate for the C9, I own one and it has its place next to my CZ's and high end 1911's. It is what it is, an affordable firearm for the masses who don't have or can't justify spending alot of money on a gun.
IDK but I was always taught by my leo dad that a new gun out of the box needs cleaning to get rid of the manufacturing gradoo that the maker may have missed. Do this before firing a round so as to prevent that same gradoo from getting into the works of the gun and less "break-in" time is needed. I have done this and after 60 years of buying guns that advice has not failed me. Thanks for showing us.
You're right, every new firearm should be cleaned and lubricated before ever shooting it and this video shows why that is very important. Thanks for the comment and we also thank you for watching our video.
Loved my 9 so much i bought the 45. Sat and worked the slide all night..hand load a hot round for them. Needs oil definatly. Like an old carbureted truck the more you drive it the better it gets.
I need to add a story of a friend of mine who was dating a female police officer. She wanted him to "bring his gun " and meet her at the range for some recreational shooting. He came to my shop and bought a Hi-Point C-9 pistol. He said he didn't want to spend a bunch of money just to go to the range with her. He came back to me a couple of days later and said when she started pulling up guns out of her bag he figured she's out of his league, for sure. She had a Colt.45, a Sig, a Kimber and an old Remington mod.41. He said he out-shot her all day long with his C-9 and basically embarrassed her. He doesn't think they'll be going back shooting any time soon .
My Hi Point 45 pistol and carbine has never failed me. Ever.
C-9 Loved the Outakes and Canned Laffs..The pistol is the Tin Lizzy of Hand Guns but fun for a Beater..Keep em Coming !!
I got a C9 last week. Put close to 700 rounds so far. Not a single malfunction. Great gun for the price.
Which ammo did you use?
@@BSTRONG6485 Winchester white box 115 grain and Remington 115 grain.
You've spent twice as much in ammo as on the gun.
Love the video, I bought my second Hi Point recently , and did the same with lubing the rails, and put a lighter sear spring kit in it. put the trigger pull from 11 to 6.5 pounds. I personally dont agree with all the nay sayers. I love this gun. I use a horizontal shoulder holster with it. And with the heft of the C9, it feels and functions just great! I also changed out the sight for the ghost ring sight, I dont see great up close so the ring worked better for me. Thanks A lot
I just bought one on gunbroker for $113 with 8 mags. It chambers like butter and has been perfect for the first 100 rounds. I have lots of other nice guns but this will be my glovebox gun
You make it sound like "8 magazines" sold
the deal.
@@chrisholder4978 well at $16 per mag it kinda did😁
you mean you got a free hi-point with the purchase of 8 mags...those suckers are expensive
@@chrisholder4978that IS a good deal my guy.
@@chrisholder4978 he could always chuck the empty’s too, take out an army!
I bought a C9 back in 08,just needed a cheap reliable pistol for a truck gun.This one hasn't let me down yet,I've probably fired 50 or 60 rounds thru it.Can't complain it is what it is.Made in America,lifetime warranty.
Got myself a Hi-Point couple of years ago usedfor $99.00! Why you ask, For giggles! It shoots every kind of 9mm ammo I use! Sure it's ugly and heavy, but it works! Very very very low budget firearm for one who needs one but does not have the funds. It will protect you.
"I can!!" 🤣 I wonder how Shasta Cola feels about everybody using thier pop for target practice but never really drinking it 🤔
One of the things I love about this channel is you will review firearms the person who may not have a lot of money to spend can afford, and still be able to buy ammo for it. Not everyone can afford to put down the $$ for the big names when they have kids and a wife to take care of, but they do need something they can feel confident in for protecting their family.
So, thanks for giving those folks something else to look at. I know I was once there, myself, but the only gun reviews back then were in the glossy paged gun magazines which you'll remember were highly biased towards their major advertisers.
Hello Latigo. I certainly do remember those magazine reviews and I don't recall ever reading a bad gun review. And you're right, a lot of people can't afford 500 bucks or more for a pistol and I'm fortunate to be able to review these inexpensive firearms for my viewers. Stay safe, have a great new year and we thank you for watching our channel.
I got HI point in 45acp I call it the brick . It's not a picky in ammo never has gam yet .
Love to see the relationship you have with your family. Great to see the humor in your videos but this Hi Point vid had me LMAO, thanks and Merry Christmas
Glad you enjoyed the video and we had fun making it. Merry Christmas.
I don't mind a Hi point I've own them before. Ppl fuse about all the failures I understand why. You buy a gun you should want it to shoot right. But my the way I see it is before you carry a gun you need to get comfortable with it plus the more you shoot it the better feel you get for it. I like to put at least a 100 Rounds down range at test the ammo I'll be shooting for carrying. I've owned a few high points. Plan on buying some more.
I have had my C9 for 10 years with no problem ever. I own 43 other guns and none are more reliable than the cheapest I ever bought, the Hi Point C9.
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Good video. In the early 90s, a pal I worked with was going to let his license expire. I bought the last of his inventory, 3 High Point 9mil. I paid $72 apiece. I gave my two boys one each and I kept one that I yet have today. My youngest son said at the time "Thanks Dad, oh, it's not a Smith&Wesson." I told him "If you don't like it give it back and go buy a Smith&Wesson. If you have to use it on someone breaking into your house I promise you the last thing the guy's going to ask is what make of weapon you used." Anyway, Never had a jam. High Points are the SKS's of the pistol world, durable, reliable, etc...A little too heavy to tote comfortably but I have other 9s, Ruger, Taurus that I carry but if I were in a gunfight I'd prefer the HP. When the ammo runs out you can always throw it at'em. HP are made locally, Mansfield, Ohio.
Striker fired, advanced polymer, highly accurate, totally dependable.
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It is possible the failures to fire may have been from limp wristing( just a guess since only the young lady seemed to have that issue) . If you continue to have issues contact hi point .They have the best customer service in the business with a transferable life time warranty. Also in my experience the weakness of hi points are their magazines. Thanks for another entertaining video. I wish i had as good a place to shoot.
That was an enjoyable review as usual. Nice to see Jess along for the trip. I hope you all have a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy new year.
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Thank you so much for all the great work you do. I think if I was to get this pistol I would take it apart and oil/service it first.
I almost always take apart a new firearm and clean and lube it before shooting it but with this Hi-Point I wanted to shoot it straight out of the box for this review. This is a very good example why every new gun owner should clean and properly lubricate their firearm before even shooting it.
Many people bad mouth Hi Point pistols, but you demonstrated that with proper lube and ammo, they're quite reliable. Thanks for a great video. You talked me into wanting one.
I hope you do get one, Donald. They are inexpensive and they work. Please let us know if you get one.
I have a Hi Point .45 auto, it looks like a tank, a mutt, but by gosh its the perverbial 'cheap shot' weapon. Its virtually indestructible. Its the girl next door, she aint a beauty, but she's faithful, I could go on, but you get the point.
Ive got a C9 that I keep in my tackle bag for catfishing. Do a lot of night fishing and between snakes and the 2 legged kind, I figured a $140 wasn't a bad price for something I'd be using up close and personal. I put the ghost ring site on and it makes a difference at night.
I've owned and shot Hi Points for many years. I've found them to be accurate and reliable. And they have the best customer service in the business. When new, I load the mags to full capacity for a week or so and let them set. It doesn't hurt to load and unload the mag several times too. And if you download the mag one round, they chamber the 1st round much smoother.
I have one in 45 acp never had any problems. Sure she's top heavy but so is my woman, love em both!
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Have Smith’s Springfield’s Walther’s and Glock have to say I still love shooting my Hi Point C9 it’s not pretty but it’s a fun reliable gun
Awesome vid
It's great to see the whole Mixup98 fam out enjoying a good day of shooting !!
I have the same gun. Very fun to shoot. And very affordable.
Is it dependable
Loved this video! These days we need some laughs. It's appreciated.
Good review as well.
As the owner, and user, of multiple Hi-Point firearms; I get a kick out of the fact that the major complaint I hear is that it is ugly. When was the last time you convinced someone to surrender by showing them your “pretty” gun?? The only time I have EVER had a problem with mine was when using “self defense” ammo. Standard 9mm or .45 ammo runs all day. For ONE of your pretty guns, I can have a weapon for every room in my house.
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I had $100 worth of academy sports gift cards a few years back, went to go check out their after Christmas sales & couldn't find much of anything I liked. I saw a Hi Point C9 for only $130 so I added the $30 +tax out of pocket & walked out with a 9mm pistol. I thought it was a pretty good deal TBH. It's def not my favorite pistol, just so heavy & ugly but it works great. I've never had that slide closing issue with mine but I've always kept it lubed up nice n juicy. It's been reliable & very accurate. I disconnected the mag safety on it right away. I like to work up my extra "warm" test loads thru it when I reload something for the first time with projectiles or powders that are new to me. Also like to give it to my buddies to use if they want a pistol when we go out shooting. I don't have to worry about it getting beat up. Overall it's alright, not terrible. Def worth the little bit I payed for it.
Back in 1977 I brought some American Made Cheap Auto like Ravan .25 ACP for $25.00 in brand new condition from sporting goods store in PA. The box of ammo and range time $3.50 per hour almost cost more than the gun in some place $7.95 plus taxes.
She caused the jam limp wristing. Work on her techniqe with her. You can jam any gun limp writing. The fun worked flawlessly in the fellas hands
I bought one to see why people hated them.. I have been very happy with mine.. had a couple of slow feed with the 10 round mag.. other than that I really like shooting it.. my next pistol is the jhp 45 or if I can get one a springfield sa35.. I like all firearms glad you did a review and were honest👍
I also like all firearms....except for my Bearman 9mm derringer!
Couple of the best Hi-Point demos on RUclips!
Thanks.....we appreciate the compliment.
That laugh track cracks me up, hilarious video, nice!
Thanks Cpt Steam. We had a lot of fun making this video and we thank you for watching it.
I love my C9! I bought a used one in new condition for only 130 bucks! It’s all I want besides my 38 revolver!
Thank you for the video. I have a C-9 and a 45acp and a 995. They all shoot well. Maybe not a EDC but i would say good firearms. And yes oil is my friend with them LOL .
Best gun videos on youtube. Hope to see a Rock island Armory in the future.
It might be ugly, but it has a great personality.
I love this pistol....have 3 of them. I did have to go with a leg holster to help with the weight...just say'n. They are very accurate. Standard rounds tend to mis-feed often so we use flat-top wad-cutter style ammo with no mis-feed issues at all. Able to arm 4 shooters for the price of 1 over hyped glock. Grips are a little smooth and slip with sweaty hands but aftermarkets are available at a very low price.
Just bought one and I think it's a cool looking gun. It's different. It's made in Mansfield, Ohio by Americans!
Hello Marc. Please let us all know what you think of your pistol once you shoot it.
@@mixup98 It's not bad to shoot. Trained with a USCCA instructor who declared it "the world's ugliest gun" when I took it out of the range bag. Trigger is plastic. Not easy on the finger after a while. Field stripping is a pain because you have to use a punch to remove the pin holding the slide to the frame and initially that pin is easy to remove but difficult to reinsert. I found a company video on disassembly and they say to use a 3/32-inch punch instead of a 1/8-inch as stated in the manual. Sights are nicely marked. I placed all my rounds on target and they were "grouped" but a large group since I'm still getting used to the C9. Gun very stiff out of the box.
@@marcmiller7292 It does take awhile to break in the pistol and it is a pain to field strip, but I'm guessing you didn't have any failures to feed or eject. Thanks for getting back with me. Stay safe and enjoy your pistol.
@@mixup98 I did have one failure to feed. No failures to eject.
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One of the reasons it was jamming is that the coating on the outside of the slide is also on the inside of the slide and feed ramp. Often the magazine lips are also a bit off as well. That is why there are a lot of YT videos on adjusting the magazines and polishing the slide rails/feed ramp for better reliability.
Nice video my brother keep up the good work good to see the family I'm going to go look for one of those they seem pretty fun to shoot
Hello Ruben. It is always good to hear from you my friend.
I've been using lead projectiles with my C9, and haven't had any issues with function. No key-holing. With a great deal of tries and kentucky windage, I've been able to hit a plate at 200m a couple times with mine! I'd assume that was due to heavy projectiles not stabilizing properly in the barrel. I just have been using cast 120ish gn roundnose projectiles in my own piece.
I have several 9 mm pistols including ruger ec9s for cc. My hi point c 9 is my side arm I carry it has never let me down and feeds every round I give it
I really enjoy your videos. Your Benelli Nova tactical shotgun video was a lot of fun. I actually bought a Hi Point C9 a while back because I just wanted to learn about autoloading pistols. It was the cheapest option for doing so at the time. Though it's not the best, I've learned a lot by running it. It is wonky and limited for sure, but it runs reliably now that it's broken in.
Thank you for the fun review in the beautiful Nevada countryside.
Our pleasure!
@@mixup98 I had a 40 cal. Highpoint and they like a hot load. I shot some cheap ammo and it would jam. When with some good ammo and it shot fine after that.
@@mixup98 their is one thing highpoint needs to do and that is to improve their magazines. Its been way pass due for them to do it.
@@mixup98 I know its a cheap gun but theirs room for improvement on these gun .
@@rickeybullington6314 Thanks for the advice Rickey, we appreciate it.
the 2 hi points i have owned were reliable shooters its just a chunky firearm
Was the miss fires due to limp wristing or a dry gun, if your covering for family your a good man!
Good price. Glad 2 c someone shooting the high point. I have 9mm carbine rifle. 2 years no problem.
I bought a High-Point C9 and it looked like the whole thing was powder coated. After I got that off the slide and feed ramp with some 1000 grit sandpaper and buffed it, I had no more failure to fire. It helps to stretch the magazine springs a bit, too. A very accurate and (now) reliable handgun. Not particularly good for cc but good for in the car and boat.
Ive noticed when shooting a c-9 it cycles much better with higher grain ammo. I'm guessing because of the super heavy slide.
The fugliest pistol on the market, but they are tough and fairly reliable, once broken in. There are some YT vids out there where guys have done really extreme things to them, trying make them fail, and yet they kept on firing. Really. Extreme. Things. HPs might be a viable choice for someone who can't afford a more glamorous firearm, but who needs something with more stand-off range than a baseball bat or a golf club. Nice review. Stay safe out there.
Shoots better than my Ruger Security 9
I have a USP9 and a 92FS. But it's good to have a bunch of cheap guns like hi points to place around your property.
Yes indeed and I agree 100%.
Really nice shooting area and good together family.
This is a video to enjoy. I appreciate your every release, man.
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Great video, nice outtakes and that laugh track is excellent! I don't need one of these High Points but for the price, it's quite tempting to have one around.
I've had one for years and you're right about the lube. They do like to run wet. As for your problem with lead bullets - IDK if they were handloads or not. I shoot a 124 gn cast bullet and have never had a keyhole. Be interested to know what you were shooting and the COL on the cartridge
I do reload, which I have been doing since the late '70s. My reloaded ammunition consisted of an HSM Custom cast 125 grain lead round nose bullet and 4.3 grains of Hodgdon Universal powder. COL was 1.13" with a velocity of approximately 960 fps. I will try a different lead bullet when I do an updated review on my Hi-Point 9mm pistol.
Ah yes, the Hi-Point C9, If I remember correctly, It's a polymer frame striker fired, DA only blowback operated, 9mm Pistol, Single stack 8+1, I think you can also get 10 and 15 round mags for it, They also make a 45 ACP model, I get a flier from my LGD and the last time I checked, They were offering a Combo of the 995TS Carbine and the 9mm C/P Pistol for $449.00 I don't believe I've ever seen a barrel with 3 grooves, I had a Marlin Lever Action in .44 Magnum, that had what Marlin called a micro groove barrel with 12 grooves, It was very accurate, I kick myself in the tail for selling it, I would assume that with a heavy slide and overall weight, that recoil is mild, Interesting video, Thank you Sir for sharing, Stay Strong.
Hello Joseph. I currently own a Marlin .44 Magnum lever action and I absolutely love it and I've done several youtube videos on it. Sorry to hear that you sold yours. You also stay strong and we thank you for watching our video.
@@mixup98 You Bet, I'm going to watch it now, Thanks, Happy Holidays. 🌲 🇺🇸
First you take a raven 25, plant it in the back yard. Water it with Miracle Gro and one day it grows into a Hi Point.
@ Mixup98...After shooting this would you have a problem using this for home defense...I just purchased this same one last week and have not been able to shoot yet...Thanks for your review and your Daughter in Law is a sweetheart! 😀❤
If I were on a limited budget then yes, I would use this for home defense but only after breaking it in and putting a lot of rounds through it. And yes, Jess is a sweetheart and we love having her in our videos.
So as for Hi-point, I have no complaints on my end, I have the full size 45 and it is what it is, never failed me yet. BUT Hey Merry Christmas, I am not much of a computer guy But yet wanted to make sure send the message. From an Old Floridacracker Take care.
I have a Hi-Point 40 cal Carbine and a Hi-Point 45acp. Both guns I love!
Another Amazing video my friend ! I enjoy all your videos ! Happy holidays to you and your family .
Good morning Nicholas. It is always good to hear from you and we all wish you a very Merry Christmas.
I’m a Revolver Guy but I wanted just one Semi 9mm and chose this. Best $130 bucks spent!
Big, heavy, ugly, accurate and reliable, but best of all American made, cheap and a great warranty. I've had mine for years with 0 problems. Most do require a break-in period. Biggest problem people have shooting these is "limp wristing" due to crappy ergonomics causing feeding issues. Bad guys don't care how pretty the gun is when you shooting at them.
It's not cheap,it's inexpensive.
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I don't own a 9MM but am thinking about getting one just so I can have a gun that they actually make ammo for. Every time I go into the local sporting goods store the only ammo they have is .22LR, 9MM and .223. This store has a couple of these Hi-Points in stock and for $159. Was hesitant to consider it that is until I saw your review Now thinking seriously about it.
You do a good service for your viewers MixUp. Thanks
Get one.