Jack Straw from Wichita
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So I went to the local pistol range last week and rented a Browning HiPower in 9mm. I liked it; even with the mag disconnect and stock trigger, it shot very nicely. Good balance, decent (adjustable) sights, all around great pistol. This got me thinking about buying one, but not knowing a lot about HiPowers, I have a few questions:
1) Other than sights and finish, what are the differences between the Standard, the Practical, and the Mark III?
2) I read that the 9mm HiPower is a 2-lug design whereas the .40S&W version is 3-lug. Is the 2-lug 9mm strong enough to handle +P loads? How about +P+ such as Winchester Ranger?
3) How picky are HiPowers when it comes to hollowpoint ammo? Is the Mark III any better than the Standard or Practical in this regard?
4) One thing I didn't care for on the rental gun is the grips: they're nicely checkered wood, but a bit too fat for my hands. Any recommendations on thinner replacement grips?
5) Any adjustable sights available for the Mark III? Browning's website lists them as fixed-sights only, but perhaps aftermarket sights are available?
Thanks in advance.
-Jack
1) Other than sights and finish, what are the differences between the Standard, the Practical, and the Mark III?
2) I read that the 9mm HiPower is a 2-lug design whereas the .40S&W version is 3-lug. Is the 2-lug 9mm strong enough to handle +P loads? How about +P+ such as Winchester Ranger?
3) How picky are HiPowers when it comes to hollowpoint ammo? Is the Mark III any better than the Standard or Practical in this regard?
4) One thing I didn't care for on the rental gun is the grips: they're nicely checkered wood, but a bit too fat for my hands. Any recommendations on thinner replacement grips?
5) Any adjustable sights available for the Mark III? Browning's website lists them as fixed-sights only, but perhaps aftermarket sights are available?
Thanks in advance.
-Jack