How does a HiPower compare in size to

[viking499]

How does length and width compare to other popular models such as 1911, CZ 75, Glock etc?

 

[BHP FAN]

The BHP is very similar to the .45, just slightly smaller overall, and in fact will fit in most ''Commander'' .45 holsters.

 

[Prince Yamato]

It's in between Glock 17 and 19 size.

 

[GunTech]

An HP-35 (Browning HiPower) is nearly identical in size and weight to the CZ-75. IIRC, the Koucy brothers stated that the Browning was one of the inspirations for the pistol.

 

[kentucky_smith]

The HP has a much shorter slide and frame, and is a little shorter overall. The CZ is also a bit thicker, and I find with most grips the BHP is thinner in that area as well.

As always, Stephen A. Camp has a good article.
http://www.hipowersandhandguns.com/CZ-75 or BHP.htm

 

[starling]

Hi-powers ergonomics are about perfect for a 9mm. They carry well and are very comfortable in the hand. Think of them as a slightly scaled down and streamlined 1911 in 9mm with a higher capacity. Beautiful design.

 

[Dr.Rob]

Nearly any 1911 holster will fit a BHP. There's a difference in weight but not much in size.

 

[BHP FAN]

Well put, starling.

 

[Dr.Rob]

Side by side comparison of Colt Government Model and FEG hi-power clone.

 

[yeti]

A 1911 is like Mr. Universe and the HP is Miss America with a bit of junk in her trunk.

 

[viking499]

Thanks for the pics DR. ROB. That puts it all in proportion for me.

Good article kentucky_smith.

 

[Bearlaker]

Beautiful 1911 DR. ROB!!

 

[Dr.Rob]

It's a 1919 commercial re-blue but it was very well done.

 

[tbeb]

I can tell you that a full-size CZ75B is about the same size as a full size Springfield 1911-A1. With both wearing stock grips, the CZ is about 1/10" thicker at the grip (which is the widest part). The CZ is just a little shorter in length because it's barrel length is 4.7" versus 5.0" for the Springfield.

 

[dcarch]

DR ROB, how does the FEG run for you?

 

[Dr.Rob]

As you can see I've shot it enought o wear the bluing off the grip. Broke an extractor after several thousand rounds. Simple to replace. No problems since.

Only mods are a C&S safety, disconnector removed, Houge grips.

 

[The Lone Haranguer]

These are all within fractions of an inch of each other in size. 1911s and BHPs often fit in each other's holsters. The Glock, having a polymer frame while the others are steel, is quite a bit lighter.