I did a search and read all the threads, and Ive held both guns before. It seems that most people think the P2000 is a better gun overall, not by much but a little nicer. My question is, is it worth the extra ~200 or so it costs. P99 is about 525 new while the P200 is around 700 from what Ive seen. Any opinions are appreciated. Both would be in .40 cal, if that helps.
P99 vs P2000
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sundance43.5
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Well, I considered the P2000 for about 5 seconds and then realized that there is no way it is worth the $200 more than a P99.
What does the P2000 have that the P99 doesn't? Especially for $200. That $200 is just for the HK name.
Go with the P99 and spend the $200 on ammo, range time, and any accessories you so desire.
Chris
What does the P2000 have that the P99 doesn't? Especially for $200. That $200 is just for the HK name.
Go with the P99 and spend the $200 on ammo, range time, and any accessories you so desire.
Chris
modifiedbrowning
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As far as I can tell the P2000 is HK's version of the P99, with an ambi slide stop. Go for the P99.
mrapathy2000
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I thought the P2000 was the HK version of the Sig p2340/2009
WhoKnowsWho
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I like the P2000 and all, but unless I can get it under $500 like I was able to get my USP... get a P99.
DragonRider
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2 advantages come to mind in my situation. I do own a P99 and USP Compacts, getting a P2000 eventually 1, I already have a bunch of USP Compact mags that will fit the P2000 which is worth the 200 right there also, no new mag carriers. The other is a standard rail for a light which can be useful...
As always, what will fit your hand better. For lefties I would say either the P990 or the P2000, righty P99, P990, or P2000 would be a very nice pistol.
John
As always, what will fit your hand better. For lefties I would say either the P990 or the P2000, righty P99, P990, or P2000 would be a very nice pistol.
John
DragonRider
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Do you want a P99 with DA/SA or a P990/P99QA with DAO, the reason I ask is it comes in both flavors. That may also play into your decision.
John
John
AlienSoul
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The 9mm P99s are all German
The 40 P99s where made with some American parts for a while
Check out http://www.praxagora.com/lunde/WaltherP99FAQ/
If you haven't already
The 40 P99s where made with some American parts for a while
Check out http://www.praxagora.com/lunde/WaltherP99FAQ/
If you haven't already
AlienSoul
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Nope, you are one of the few. 
Most people are just
Most people are just
I just re-discovered this thread.
I have a P99, a P99QA, and a new P2000 LEM.
The H&K is very nice, it's a better trigger than the P99QA.
But, in the final wash, the std. P99 is what I'll still carry.
My wife has switched from the P99QA to the H&K P2000 though.
So it's a personal thing.
YMMV
I have a P99, a P99QA, and a new P2000 LEM.
The H&K is very nice, it's a better trigger than the P99QA.
But, in the final wash, the std. P99 is what I'll still carry.
My wife has switched from the P99QA to the H&K P2000 though.
So it's a personal thing.
YMMV
Cawdor
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I have a P99QA and a P2000 in 9mm. I have not done extensive side-by-side firing with the guns. Based on what I have done, I think that the muzzle flip and the recoil are less with the P2000. I also prefer the grip angle on the P2000.
Whether you choose the P99, P99QA, or P2000, be sure to dry fire the guns because each has a different trigger pull. According to a post that I saw on HKPro, there is also a version of the P2000 available the does not use HK's LEM trigger; instead, it is a traditional DA/SA with a decocker.
Is the P2000 worth $200 more than the P99? Probably not. Both are accurate and reliable. Buy the one that you like better.
Whether you choose the P99, P99QA, or P2000, be sure to dry fire the guns because each has a different trigger pull. According to a post that I saw on HKPro, there is also a version of the P2000 available the does not use HK's LEM trigger; instead, it is a traditional DA/SA with a decocker.
Is the P2000 worth $200 more than the P99? Probably not. Both are accurate and reliable. Buy the one that you like better.
trooper
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True, but the DA/SA decocker on the P2000 is pretty weird IMO. It's a tiny little flat button right beside the hammer. Kinda awkward to operate if you're used to a SIG or USP-type manual of arms.
I didn't get to shoot it yet but I had the opportunity to fondle it at the IWA in Nuremberg last week. It balanced and pointed really well and didn't feel top-heavy like the USP. The trigger of the DAO variant was pretty nice, too.
If I make it into my home state's police service this year I get to carry it
Regards,
Trooper
I didn't get to shoot it yet but I had the opportunity to fondle it at the IWA in Nuremberg last week. It balanced and pointed really well and didn't feel top-heavy like the USP. The trigger of the DAO variant was pretty nice, too.
If I make it into my home state's police service this year I get to carry it
Regards,
Trooper
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