Loose Counterweight On Hi-Point 380

[Draxx]

I just got a Hi-Point .380 ACP today. Fired 50 rounds through it a few hours ago and was satisfied with it. I was just taking a look at it and noticed the counterwight was rattling. I don't have any experience taking firearms apart, but was wondering if this is something I could easily fix myself. Maybe put some glue in there or something if that wouldn't mess anything up. Otherwise I'll try taking it back to the store tomorrow.

 

[Chawbaccer]

From their site:

All Hi-Point firearms carry a lifetime, no-questions asked warranty. Whether you are the original purchaser, or a third-hand owner, your Hi-Point firearm will be repaired free of charge.

Don't mess with it, take it back. I don't know if your dealer will exchange it because of the 4473, but I bet he will send it back for you.

 

[wolf_from_wv]

There is a drop-safety that is supposed to rattle. You are talking about the piece in the grip, right?

 

[Draxx]

Yes, I'm talking about the metal piece in the back of the grip numbered 26 in the manual. When I went to the store they pulled out another and it did the same thing, so I guess they're made that way. Still seems to be functioning alright besides being kind of noisy.