Hi-Power Full Custom in Socom Blue and 24k Gold Accents

Published on December 17, 2024
Duration: 2:28

This video showcases a highly customized Browning Hi-Power pistol featuring a unique Socom Blue Cerakote finish with 24k gold accents on the trigger and pin. The custom work includes a crowned barrel, gold bead Novak front sight, Heiny Milspec ledge rear sight, six-port quad porting, a commander ring hammer, flattened and resculpted gold-plated trigger, beaver tail, front and back strap checkering, a beveled magwell, an undercut trigger guard, and an extended slide release. The trigger job results in a single-stage pull with a solid break and audible reset.

Quick Summary

This custom Browning Hi-Power features a 'Socom Blue' Cerakote finish with 24k gold accents. Modifications include a crowned barrel, Novak gold bead front sight, Heiny Milspec rear sight, six-port quad porting, commander ring hammer, resculpted gold-plated trigger, beaver tail, checkering, beveled magwell, undercut trigger guard, and extended slide release for enhanced performance and aesthetics.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to MK3 Firearms
  2. 00:03Custom Browning Hi-Power Overview
  3. 00:10Gold Trigger and Pin Details
  4. 00:22Crown Barrel and Bushing
  5. 00:30Novak Gold Bead Front Sight
  6. 00:37Heiny Milspec Ledge Rear Sight
  7. 00:40Six-Port Quad Porting
  8. 00:50Commander Ring Hammer
  9. 00:56Trigger Reshaping and Gold Plating
  10. 01:01Beaver Tail Installation
  11. 01:07Front and Back Strap Checkering
  12. 01:12Bevel Magwell Feature
  13. 01:19Undercut Trigger Guard
  14. 01:22Extended Slide Release Lever
  15. 01:30Single Stage Trigger Job Explained
  16. 01:49Cerakote Finish: Socom Blue
  17. 01:55Gold Accents and Graph by Black
  18. 02:01Unique Firearm Aesthetics
  19. 02:20Questions and Closing

Frequently Asked Questions

What custom modifications were made to this Browning Hi-Power?

This Browning Hi-Power features a crowned barrel, gold bead Novak front sight, Heiny Milspec rear sight, six-port quad porting, a commander ring hammer, a resculpted and gold-plated trigger, beaver tail, front and back strap checkering, a beveled magwell, an undercut trigger guard, and an extended slide release.

What is the finish on this custom Hi-Power?

The firearm is finished in 'Socom Blue' Cerakote, a durable coating, with contrasting 24k gold accents applied to the trigger, trigger pin, and other select components for a unique aesthetic.

How is the trigger described on this customized Hi-Power?

The trigger has been modified into a single-stage system. It offers a clean break with no pre-travel or take-up, a solid wall, and an audible reset, contributing to improved shooting performance.

What are the benefits of the custom sights and porting on this Hi-Power?

The Novak gold bead front sight and Heiny Milspec rear sight enhance target acquisition. The six-port quad porting helps to reduce muzzle rise and felt recoil, allowing for faster follow-up shots.

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