Springfield SA-35 vs WW II Hi-Power

How does the Springfield SA-35 Hi-Power clone compare to a WW II Belgium Hi-Power?
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5) The firearm(s) shown in this video are completely stock and are not "previously modified" firearms.
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[@TheFirearmGuy]

Great review Rider. Still incredible shooting!!

[@RidersRange]

Once again, thanks for watching and commenting.

[@harryvalentine8047]

8 inch at 50 was like the 6 inch at 50 we shot at the other day

[@RidersRange]

Sometimes those plates can be quite elusive.

[@AffordableArmory]

Nice video. I’ve been curious about these new Hi-Powers. I think EAA made one too. I shot the new FN one and didn’t care for it. I kept engaging the safety on recoil while shooting it.
As to classic Hi-Powers, my favorite one I’ve ever fired was a Belgian version in .40. It had adjustable target sights on it. Fantastic gun.

[@RidersRange]

The "new" FN High Power (notice the different spelling from the original Browning/FN Hi-Power) is a well-made, accurate and reliable gun with a great trigger. It's great for those who have never shot a good example of a 1980s Hi-Power. But for those who have, the "new" High Power is a totally different gun, not at all like the original. I believe I mentioned that in my video review of the FBN High Power last fall. As to engaging the safety when shooting, that's why I teach shooting any handgun that has a manual frame-mounted safety to ride the safety with the thumb when shooting. Once again, thanks for watching and commenting.

[@willwilliam217]

Thank you for your video. I have never held or shot a original or sa-35. Could not get a military discounted sa-35 thru a Mi military discount rep quickly (waited over 6 months). Came across a new version fn high power and picked it up. Installed g10 grips and a front night sight. I am one of the few who actually like this handgun.

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching and adding your thoughts.

[@Bill-jv5eg]

Nice review, I don’t like the small beaver tail, no sense getting beat up if I can avoid😎

[@RidersRange]

I agree. Thanks for watching.

[@waynecastleman1363]

I like the FN new version but I haven't purchased it as yet.

[@RidersRange]

If you have never shot a good 1980's Hi-Power, the new FN High Power is a very nice gun. But there is just something about a classic Browning Hi-Power that feels soooo good in the hand. As always, thank you for watching.

[@SkipsGunz]

I should geta hi power and tune it up

[@RidersRange]

You should. Thanks for watching.

[@jamesstuart7886]

which one do i want???all of them!

[@RidersRange]

Ahhh....so many guns, so little money. Thanks for watching.

[@craigbenz4835]

I really don't like or get the U notch thing.

[@RidersRange]

In theory, finding a round front sight (big dot, night sight, fiber optic rod) is quicker with a U-notch rear sight, therefore "better" for close combat. However, it is more difficult - again, in theory - to get precise sight alignment for precision accuracy. But I'm with you - I much prefer the right angles of a conventional rear sight. Thanks for watching.