Browning Hi-Power Custom with Atlas mounted Trijicon SRO & Front Serrations

Published on October 10, 2023
Duration: 2:41

This video details extensive custom modifications to a Browning Hi-Power pistol. Key upgrades include fitting an Atlas mount for a Trijicon SRO red dot sight, adding front cocking serrations, and customizing the grip with an abbreviated beaver tail and L-Grip Ridgeback panels. The build also features a shaved ambidextrous safety, a modified Mark III winged trigger, and a beveled magazine well, resulting in a highly personalized firearm.

Quick Summary

This custom Browning Hi-Power features an Atlas mount for a Trijicon SRO red dot, Dawson fiber optic front sight for co-witnessing, and added front cocking serrations. The build includes an abbreviated beaver tail, shaved ambidextrous safeties, a modified Mark III winged trigger, and L-Grip Ridgeback grips for enhanced ergonomics and performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Custom Hi-Power
  2. 00:05Atlas SRO/RMR Mount Installation
  3. 00:17Dawson Fiber Optic Front Sight
  4. 00:29Crown Barrel & 11° Crown
  5. 00:32Front Cocking Serrations
  6. 00:41Abbreviated Beaver Tail
  7. 00:53Cylinder Slide Hammer
  8. 01:00Shaved Ambidextrous Safeties
  9. 01:08Slide Release Lever Modification
  10. 01:11Mark III Winged Trigger Refile
  11. 01:28L-Grip Ridgeback Grips
  12. 01:45Beveled Magwell & Undercut Trigger Guard
  13. 01:57Atlas Mount Details
  14. 02:07Trigger Job: Single Stage
  15. 02:25Final Presentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of red dot sight is mounted on this custom Browning Hi-Power?

This custom Browning Hi-Power is set up with an Atlas mount, which is modified to fit the pistol and is designed to accommodate red dot sights like the Trijicon SRO or RMR.

What are the benefits of the front cocking serrations on this Hi-Power?

The front cocking serrations on this custom Hi-Power are added to match the factory rear serrations, providing an improved grip for slide manipulation, such as press-checking or clearing malfunctions.

Can you describe the trigger modifications on this custom Browning Hi-Power?

The trigger has been modified into a single-stage setup with no take-up. The Mark III winged trigger is profiled and flattened for a more ergonomic pad, offering a distinct feel with a crisp brake and audible reset.

What type of grips are used on this custom Hi-Power, and what are their features?

The pistol features L-Grip Ridgeback grips. These grips are noted for their comfortable, radiused backstrap without palm swells and have had their sharp lines from older designs removed for a smoother feel.

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