Hi Power Field Strip

Published on February 26, 2016
Duration: 2:12

This guide details the field stripping procedure for a Browning Hi Power pistol. It covers safety checks, removing the slide catch by manipulating the safety lever, separating the slide from the frame, and then removing the recoil spring guide and barrel from the slide. The process is presented as straightforward and highlights design similarities to the 1911.

Quick Summary

To field strip a Browning Hi Power, first ensure it's unloaded. Pull the slide back and rotate the safety up into the disassembly notch to remove the slide catch. Release the safety downwards, separate the slide from the grip frame, remove the recoil spring guide, and then lift out the barrel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Browning Hi Power
  2. 00:30Safety Check and Magazine Removal
  3. 00:46Step 1: Slide Back and Safety Engagement
  4. 00:53Step 2: Removing the Slide Catch
  5. 01:04Step 3: Releasing the Safety and Separating Slide
  6. 01:18Step 4: Removing Recoil Spring Guide
  7. 01:23Step 5: Removing the Barrel
  8. 01:35Field Strip Complete and Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start field stripping a Browning Hi Power?

To begin field stripping a Browning Hi Power, first ensure the firearm is unloaded. Then, pull the slide back and rotate the safety lever upwards into the disassembly notch. This action allows you to remove the slide catch.

What is the purpose of the safety notch on the Browning Hi Power during disassembly?

The disassembly notch on the Browning Hi Power's frame is crucial for field stripping. By rotating the safety lever into this notch after pulling the slide back, you create the necessary clearance to remove the slide catch, which is a key step in the disassembly process.

How do you separate the slide from the grip frame on a Browning Hi Power?

After removing the slide catch and releasing the safety lever downwards, you can then separate the slide from the grip frame of the Browning Hi Power. Be cautious when releasing the safety to control the slide's forward movement.

What are the main components removed during a Browning Hi Power field strip?

During a Browning Hi Power field strip, you will remove the slide catch, then separate the slide from the grip frame. Within the slide assembly, you will then remove the recoil spring guide and the barrel.

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