FN five-seven
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Don't know much about it yet, but I intend to get one as soon as I get back from the desert.
Johnny Guest
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I can't see it fills any need I have.
Perhaps the FUGLIEST handgun in current production.
Jeff White wrote a good entry concerning the 5.7 x 28 mm cartridge at:
http://thehighroad.org/showthread.php?p=1245889#post1245889
Actually, that entire thread is pretty good, though the main topic is concerned with the FN P90, the only other arm chambered for this vunderpatronen.
Best,
Johnny
Perhaps the FUGLIEST handgun in current production.
Jeff White wrote a good entry concerning the 5.7 x 28 mm cartridge at:
http://thehighroad.org/showthread.php?p=1245889#post1245889
Actually, that entire thread is pretty good, though the main topic is concerned with the FN P90, the only other arm chambered for this vunderpatronen.
Best,
Johnny
That is a good link. I have put about 500 rounds through mine at this point and it's a fun, easy shooter.
Short version:
Pros:
1. No recoil.
2. Light-weight system.
3. NPR is against it.
4. Great range for a pistol.
5. 20 round mags.
Cons:
1. Expensive.
2. FN dosn't really want you to have one (unless you are LEO).
3. Odd shape - few holster choices (you have to shop where the Secret Service shops).
4. Less "Stopping power" then a .45 ACP
5. Loud indoors - 2100fps makes quiet a crack.
-Yo
Short version:
Pros:
1. No recoil.
2. Light-weight system.
3. NPR is against it.
4. Great range for a pistol.
5. 20 round mags.
Cons:
1. Expensive.
2. FN dosn't really want you to have one (unless you are LEO).
3. Odd shape - few holster choices (you have to shop where the Secret Service shops).
4. Less "Stopping power" then a .45 ACP
5. Loud indoors - 2100fps makes quiet a crack.
-Yo
Old NFO
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FN Five Seven
Concur with Yo, although I only got to shoot one clip- It is also a BIG sumb***ch. It's not something you can carry concealed... It was interesting how light the recoil was; I really expected it to be heavier. They are out there, most want around $800 for them and there is the question of ammo. Remember, YMMV
jim
Concur with Yo, although I only got to shoot one clip- It is also a BIG sumb***ch. It's not something you can carry concealed... It was interesting how light the recoil was; I really expected it to be heavier. They are out there, most want around $800 for them and there is the question of ammo. Remember, YMMV
jim
SDC
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I've fired one alongside the P90, and it makes more sense to me in the submachinegun role; the pistol feels like one of those Ramline Exactor pistols, only chambered in 22 Magnum instead of Long Rifle. It's certainly a neat design, the way they got it to work as a blowback with a tapered case, but I don't think it would be my choice for a defensive pistol.
mons meg
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I also put a few rounds through Yojinbo's 5-7, and the low recoil really can't be compared to anything other than a .22lr. Plus, the ammo comes packed in those cool little boxes of 50 (one per P90 mag, I guess).
Yojinbo really needs to put his Leica to use and post some pics of the rig and ammo next to say, a US quarter dollar for reference.
Old NFO: I would say you *could* carry it concealed if you're comfortable carrying a Glock 20/21 or full size Para IWB
Yojinbo really needs to put his Leica to use and post some pics of the rig and ammo next to say, a US quarter dollar for reference.
Old NFO: I would say you *could* carry it concealed if you're comfortable carrying a Glock 20/21 or full size Para IWB
Sylvilagus Aquaticus
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Rhineland Arms is strongly considering chambering, if not testing now, their rifle in 5.7x28.
If they do, it's going to make it a tough decision for me whether to get it in .22 or Five seveN. I can afford ca'triges.
Regards,
Rabbit.
If they do, it's going to make it a tough decision for me whether to get it in .22 or Five seveN. I can afford ca'triges.
Regards,
Rabbit.
JackDRipper
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Here's some threads for you to read up on the Five Seven. It's fun to shoot especially with the 20 round magazines.
JR
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=5&f=4&t=10865
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=5&f=36&t=12031
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=5&f=36&t=11104
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=5&f=36&t=11585
http://www.glocktalk.com/showthread.php?threadid=306663
JR
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=5&f=4&t=10865
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=5&f=36&t=12031
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=5&f=36&t=11104
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=5&f=36&t=11585
http://www.glocktalk.com/showthread.php?threadid=306663
Reed1911
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While the ammunition is not as cheap as most pistol ammo, we sell it for 16.54 per box. It's not too expensive. It is a very accurate pistol, and very friendly to shoot. Actually FN does not care now if you are a LEO or not, just under the clinton ban they wanted it to go to LE and military.
bravocharlie
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I'm taking a hard look at this as an alternative to my .40 caliber H&K P2000 as CCW. If I understand it, it would be slightly larger than my P2000. No one has really commented on FN's quality.
Opinions, comments?
Opinions, comments?
bravocharlie,
Mine has some fit and finish issues. Mold nipple marks at the very front under the barrel and the two linked safty levers are not quite "true" with one another.
Very picky, but for .8k I expect near perfection.
The mechanical functioning is supurb. I have almost 1000 rounds through mine now without one jam.
It is big, but if your hands are big enough to hold it you could likely hide one under a suit jacket without bulge.
-Yo
Mine has some fit and finish issues. Mold nipple marks at the very front under the barrel and the two linked safty levers are not quite "true" with one another.
Very picky, but for .8k I expect near perfection.
The mechanical functioning is supurb. I have almost 1000 rounds through mine now without one jam.
It is big, but if your hands are big enough to hold it you could likely hide one under a suit jacket without bulge.
-Yo
Sylvilagus Aquaticus,
I am intrigued about a rifle added to this system. It would be a very expensive prarrie dog round, but I would buy one without hesitation. I was thinking about haveing a CZ short bolt smithed down for it.
In fact, I'm 'in line' for a civilian 16" P90 now.
-Yo
I am intrigued about a rifle added to this system. It would be a very expensive prarrie dog round, but I would buy one without hesitation. I was thinking about haveing a CZ short bolt smithed down for it.
In fact, I'm 'in line' for a civilian 16" P90 now.
-Yo
Ivy Mike
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Both the Secret Service and Federal Protective Service have adopted the P90 and Five-seveN. They appear to be very happy with the ballistics of the round (even from the pistol)
There are several reports floating around the internet about the rounds effectiveness. Fackler didn't like it, but if it isn't labeled .40 or higher, he doesn't seem interested. The SS and FPS obviously liked it enough to adopt it.
One report stated the a BG shot with a 5.7 round had his heart literaly cut in half. The doctor said he had never seen a wound like that.
There are several reports floating around the internet about the rounds effectiveness. Fackler didn't like it, but if it isn't labeled .40 or higher, he doesn't seem interested. The SS and FPS obviously liked it enough to adopt it.
One report stated the a BG shot with a 5.7 round had his heart literaly cut in half. The doctor said he had never seen a wound like that.
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