Browning Hi-Power 9mm SCR Custom with Checkering, Serrations, & Tons of Custom Parts

Published on January 10, 2016
Duration: 11:14

This video showcases a highly customized Browning Hi-Power 9mm, detailing extensive gunsmithing work focused on enhancing grip and aesthetics. The presenter, an experienced gunsmith, highlights the intricate checkering applied to nearly every surface, including the dust cover and trigger guard, and discusses the challenges and techniques involved. Customizations also include a reshaped Garnwe trigger, Cylinder and Slide internals, a Heinie rear sight, and a Novak cut with a fiber optic front sight, all finished in graphite black Cerakote.

Quick Summary

This custom Browning Hi-Power 9mm showcases extensive gunsmithing, featuring unique checkering on the dust cover and trigger guard, a reshaped Garnwe trigger, and Cylinder and Slide internal upgrades for enhanced grip and performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Custom Hi-Power
  2. 00:14Extensive Checkering Details
  3. 00:58Barrel Crown and Slide Serrations
  4. 01:10Novak Cut and Sights
  5. 01:45Cylinder and Slide Hammer and Safety
  6. 01:52Garnwe Trigger Customization
  7. 02:43RDI Slide Lock Installation
  8. 03:08Grip Enhancement for Competition Hold
  9. 03:44Challenging Dust Cover Checkering
  10. 04:17Full Trigger Guard Checkering
  11. 04:59Front and Back Strap Checkering
  12. 05:11VZ Grips Fitment Discussion
  13. 06:43Internal Custom Parts Overview
  14. 07:00Mag Well Beveling
  15. 07:32Trigger Job Performance
  16. 08:38Custom Magazines
  17. 09:50RDI Slide Release Details
  18. 10:30Natural Lighting Showcase

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the checkering on this Browning Hi-Power so unique?

This custom Hi-Power features exceptionally dense checkering across nearly all surfaces, including the dust cover and the entire trigger guard. Notably, the dust cover checkering converges in a challenging V-shape, a rare and intricate application in firearm customization.

What specific internal parts were upgraded on this Browning Hi-Power?

The firearm's internals were upgraded with parts from Cylinder and Slide, including their Commander hammer and ambidextrous safety. A custom trigger job was also performed on the Garnwe trigger for improved performance.

How does the custom trigger job affect the Hi-Power's performance?

The custom trigger job significantly reduces take-up and over-travel, resulting in a super crisp and light break. While the reset is slightly longer than a fully custom trigger, the overall improvement in trigger feel is substantial for this Hi-Power.

Are VZ Grips a direct fit for all Browning Hi-Power models?

VZ Grips are designed for original Hi-Power tolerances. The presenter found that on newer Hi-Power models, internal material needed to be removed from the grips to achieve a flush fit, indicating potential variations in frame dimensions between Hi-Power generations.

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