Hi point guns

[rondog]

It's all a matter of perspective too. If a person "wants a gun" but can't really afford a "good quality" gun, and ends up with a High Point because that's what he can afford, then he's not likely to be impressed. Likewise, folks that are very familiar with high-end guns typically can't stand the thought of soiling their hands with one of those High Point abominations.

But if you have the right attitude, that you just want a fun gun, an extra gun, a toolbox/tackle box/glove box/sock drawer gun, something to just go blast cans with, then you'll probably be tickled with a High Point.

Gun snobs that just HAVE to have the finest weapons money can buy, or the Tacticool types that just MUST be prepared for mortal combat with maruading hordes of ninjas at all times, they probably won't rate 'em very high. When you're decked out in your finest combat duds, and you have High Points hanging out of your thigh holsters, your homies are gonna laugh at you.

 

[danbrew]

Most awesome 9mm in. the. world.

http://floridaguntrader.com/index.php?a=2&b=15565

 

[trigun87]

ROFL

 

[JTH]

I'm sure many would agrue that point with you. Just because of all the upgrades, still doesn't change that it's a Hi-Point. It's just and entry level 9mm pistol. Maybe you know something I don't, so don't get me wrong, my statement is only my opinion and I could be wrong. I do have the Hi-Point 9mm carbine and I doubt you could turn it into an equivilant w/upgrades to a Colt AR15. I'd like to have a Colt AR 15 but give me a 3 AK's or what else I could purchase with the money.No insult intended IMO!
JTEX

 

[el gato]

You get what you pay for, What is your life worth?

 

[Ed Ames]

sigh...

It isn't a matter of getting what you pay for. with hi points you are paying for function. If they tried to make it look like a wilson combat 1911 at hi point prices the "get what you pay for" saying would come into play.

 

[JTH]

Never thought Hi-Point weapons would get so many comments. From my readings, I'd go for the carbines but have to pass on the pistol. I was lucky to get a new Norinco T33 in the early 90's for $110 with a nice carrying case. Since I don't make big bucks, I'm lucky to have my best friend from high school that does make big bucks and is really into guns, so I get some presents every now and then, which has enabled my to round out my collection. Which covers just about every situation. Would like a 1911 .45 but I'll pass on the Hi-Point Pistols. My 9mm carbine is butt ugly, but it works for my needs and I have my Remington 870 Police Riot Shotgun that was a present for home defense.
JTEX
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Norinco 9mm, Norinco SKS, Mac 90, Remington 870 Police Riot Shotgun, Hi-Point 9mm Carbine, Winchester 72(my favorite from my late father, Xmas present when I was 13). Plenty of ammo purchased while it was cheap 10 years ago.

 

[junkman6970]

Hi Point

I've own a 9mm and only had 1 problem with firing pin too weak, but was sent one in a week. I still like shooting mine

 

[sig87]

They are good guns. I don't Owen one, although I do know some people who do. They are ok they jam some. They would work better then a rock. In that price range Phinax and cobra are good guns

 

[ThePunisher'sArmory]

A friend of mine has one in 9mm and has a fail to feed about every time he shoots it. Then again he is not a firm believer in gun cleanliness. im sure if you keep them clean they are not bad but i would never bet my life on one. I plan on getting a 9mm carbine and getting the ATI stock for it, so its not so, well ugly. ;->

 

[sarduy]

most awesome 9mm in. The. World.

http://floridaguntrader.com/index.php?a=2&b=15565

lmfao!

 

[sarduy]

as a owner of two hi points, a pistol and a carbine, i can tell you that if you find them sexy enough to get it by all mean get them because they are very very reliable. and BTW, they aren't that ugly.

 

[trigun87]

I had a .45 hi point and was honestly kinda mad after I sold it. Despite all the HATE they recieve mine never jammed.

You now what I have come to realize, that in a true life or death situation I dont care what a gun looks like as long as it goes bang; I even doubt if I will be concerned with the weight either. I may get a hi point this weekend if i can find a 9mm under $170. As stated earlier good car/ home defense.

 

[geolemer]

I plan on buying a 4095 if I can ever find one in Indiana there geting hard to find around hear. Buy one and you can shoot it forever.

 

[conw]

You get what you pay for, What is your life worth?

More than any gun costs, that's for sure. Are you trying to sell me a gun that's worth as much as my life is? That sounds like a rip-off.

 

[trigun87]

You get what you pay for, What is your life worth?

Thats funny because when I was buying my first gun thats what the Salesman said. I quietly said to myself "if your are so concerned with peoples lives then why sell a product you dont believe will work or you think will not fire"?
Hhhhmm not the first gun guy to tell me that life and value speech. They dont place non edible food in your local grocery store. That would be bad for business.

 

[rondog]

double post

 

[rondog]

You get what you pay for, What is your life worth?

There we go...the gun snobbery and combat comments, rolled into one! Just what is wrong with buying a inexpensive gun just to have FUN with? Why does every gun have to be either a top-shelf lifesaver or garbage? What's wrong with buying an affordable can shooter, just for the JOY of shooting cans? I prefer mine full of water, thank you.

Here, taste the KoolAid.....it's ain't pretty, but it's mighty sweet!

 

[mcdonl]

Thats a pretty gun.

 

[danbrew]

Hey, that's pretty cool looking. Do they make a model for boys?

snicker... just kidding. man, you're right, we can be such gun snobs. While I can't say much about highpoints, I've had more S&W $1000 revolvers fail to fire than I have highpoints fail to fire. Go figure.

 

[mcdonl]

Do they make a model for boys?

Nope, just men. (snicker....)

 

[mustang_steve]

OK that pic of the rifle just caught my eye. Is that a pistol with a huge barrel in rifle's clothing?

It looks like I'm staring at one of their slide assemblies through that ejection port. Not dissing anyone's guns....it just strikes me as odd, and I like knowing more about odd things

 

[Meltdown]

One of my co-workers has a Hi-Point in .45ACP. We went to the range together to do some target shooting. While there plinking away with my Beretta 92fs he offered to let me fire it.

1st, it's huge. 2nd, it's heavy. 3rd, it's butt ugly.

Having said that, I pulled the trigger and it went bang every time I did so. Overall I was not impressed, but it does pale in comparison to my own .45 (an EAA Witness Match). However, for the price it's not a bad gun...but you do get what you pay for. For me persoanlly, I'd rather find a quality used gun than a new Hi-Point. Your mileage may vary.

 

[UniversalFrost]

my little brother has had one of their 9mm carbines for about 3 years now and goes through a few hundred rounds a month. He has not had any problems and it shoots fine. not the prettiest but functional and they have a good warranty and customer support from what i have read on this and other forums.