Anyone seen the double-stack version of the NP20 in Canada?

[Claven2]

Yes, I know the Norinco NP20 (non-trigger guard cocker version of the N77B) is an inexpensive and low-end pistol, but, the delayed gas blowback design is like a poor-man's P210 and might be worth trying out. What turns me off is the 9 round mag capacity. Norinco made a 15 round double-stack version called, I think, the NP21. This would be the way to go, limited to 10 rounds of course.

Anyone know if it was ever offered (or is still offered?) in Canada?

 

[DAR 701]

Never been offered in Canada. Not sure the extra bulk in the grip would be worth the 1 extra round... If we did not have the stupid mag laws then it would be a neat piece.

 

[Claven2]

That's too bad. For any utility in IPSC-type games, it would need to be 10.

 

[DAR 701]

Took mine (M77B) for a rip in an IPSC match, the only complaint I had was the small safety was slow to disengage. Other than that it worked very well and is quite accurate for a cheap pistol. Never had a problem with capacity when using a 1911 with 7 and 8 round mags in 45ACP for action sports but then again I only competed for fun. Never cared about standings.