hi-point JHP .45

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I just received my new Hi-Point JHP from Kodiak Outpost. Nice people to work with. A very pleasant buying experience.

My first impression was that is is bigger than I expected. Then hand grip is larger than a standard 1911 based gun.

It has a very pleasing shape. I don't understand those who call it an ugly gun. It isn't.

Certainly for the price is seems well made. The slide safety is a bit small but I can get used to it. The ejector spring on the magazine is a little weak but that can be fixed.

Now I just need my ATT and I will be off to the range.

Does anyone else have a real experience with this gun? I would appreciate anything you have to share.
 
I keep thinking about getting the .40 for my first handgun... such a cheap price! I also don't think they're that ugly... might need a little dressing up/mod-ing to get it just right. Let us know how it shoots.
 
There's a few threads about how other have made them look decent. Me, I'm no good with stuff like that. I only make things worse, not better. So I buy things that can afford to be taken down a peg, and still be nice ;)
 
Katana said:
That is one fugly looking pistol. I would save my money and buy a Norinco...
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Until you hold one in your hands, I agree. They look ugly. But when you have one in your hands it all seems to look right. I like the 1911 style frame but this one is going to be interesting.
 
buy a Norinco Police. 350, and a hell of a gun for the money. Much nicer than the older ones. Chrome barrel, and alot of extras. I have had mine for a year now and havn't had any issues. And I have loaded up alot of really hot .45 loads with no issues just for fun. It is nice to not have to treat it like a baby at the same time. I actually like it more than the Springfield I just sold. HAHA.
 
I think I've talked myself into one of these things.
Money is tight, and I've sold more this year than I've bought. That said, at this price for a new firearm, it's hard to say no.
As far as Norc's go, the only one I might consider would be one of the Sig clones, but Marstar never seems to have them in stock.
Back to the Hi-Point, I've read more than enough good things about them to justify the purchase. My only quandary would be .45 or .40
I don't currently own anything in either calibre, and, since it is for killing paper only, would prefer less recoil.
I've fired 1911's (didn't care for it), a Ruger P345 (not really my cup o' tea) and an XD45 (quite nice).
I believe the only .40 I've handled was a S&W, a model 4006 IIRC. Not bad, a little snappy maybe.
Don't suppose anyone's had the pleasure to shoot a Hi-Point in both calibres, eh?
 
I received my new Hi-Point JHP 45 yesterday, 8 days from transfer application to my door. I am very impressed with Kodiak Outpost. Initial impressions of the gun are, well, I am amazed. The fit, finish, and attention to detail( the sight markings are square/rectangular, not just a dot of colored paint, and are very clear). The depth and uniformity of the slide identification markings and serial number indicate, at least to me, that the manufacturer really takes pride in their products. I know that someone will post that I wasted my money and should have got a “better” gun from a “well known maker”. You know what, I don’t care. I have been shooting, on and off, for 30 years. I shoot for my enjoyment, not for others approval. I don’t carry a firearm on a daily basis any more, and when I did, the firearm was issued, so I did not have a choice anyway. I find that my taste in firearms is a lot like my taste in music, I like what I like. If you don’t like what I like, that’s fine. There’s the door, and don’t let the doorknob hit you in the *ss on the way out. I think that the Hi-point is well made, made with pride, and a great value. I work part time as a range officer, and I find it interesting that of the guns that we use at the range for the general public to come in and shoot, it is the firearms of the lower price point that have proven to be the most reliable and durable. For example, we have a Ruger p89 that has been in use for over 2 years, with regular maintenance and cleaning. Some other makes, Glock, XD’s, M&P’s , etc seem to break down in 3 to 6 months, on the same maintenance schedule. This is 3-5 thousand rounds a week, kids. Hi-Point owners unite, shoot what you like and show the critics to the door.
 
My Hi-Point 40 S&W arrived at the door Monday and I'm very impressed with Kodiak's service and the overall quality of the pistol, particularly when you consider the price.
Haven't got it to the range yet, hope in a week or so to try it out. Like the idea of the included peep sight - at my age anything to help these old eyes is appreciated.
Now I don't want to get into a Norinco vs Hi-Point battle but the Hi-Point seems to have much nicer feel and finish than my Norinco Tokarev, both at about the same price point.
 
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