Hi-Point Pistols: "I Wish I Could Hate This" by Nutnfancy

Published on September 20, 2011
Duration: 30:44

The Hi-Point C9, despite its budget price and utilitarian design, offers surprising accuracy comparable to high-end pistols. While criticized for its heavy trigger, thick profile, and difficult field stripping, its reliability significantly improves after factory service. It's best suited as a house gun rather than for concealed carry.

Quick Summary

The Hi-Point C9, after factory service to fix its 'hold open spring,' becomes 100% reliable and surprisingly accurate, rivaling high-end pistols at 15-25 yards. Despite a heavy trigger and difficult field stripping, it's a solid budget house gun, though too bulky for concealed carry.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Shooting
  2. 00:55Budget Gun Analogy
  3. 04:00High-End Alternatives Comparison
  4. 05:17Hi-Point Model Overview (C9, CF380, JCP, JHP)
  5. 06:25Philosophy of Use: House Gun vs CCW
  6. 07:36Size and Weight Analysis
  7. 09:30Mechanical Design: Blowback Operation
  8. 11:47Accuracy Testing Results
  9. 13:56Ergonomics and Controls (Trigger, Sights)
  10. 15:53Maintenance and Field Stripping Difficulty
  11. 17:04Value and Market Position
  12. 18:36Reliability and Factory Service Experience

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hi-Point C9 reliable?

Initially, the Hi-Point C9 experienced reliability issues. However, after factory service to replace the 'hold open spring,' the pistol became 100% reliable with various ammunition types, making it a dependable option.

How accurate is the Hi-Point C9?

Surprisingly, the Hi-Point C9 demonstrates exceptional accuracy, performing comparably to much more expensive, high-end pistols. It consistently achieved tight groupings at distances of 15 to 25 yards during testing.

What are the main drawbacks of the Hi-Point C9?

The primary drawbacks include a heavy 7lb trigger pull with creep, a disliked magazine safety, difficult field stripping requiring tools, and its substantial weight and thickness, making it unsuitable for concealed carry.

What is the Hi-Point C9 best used for?

Given its surprising accuracy and improved reliability after service, the Hi-Point C9 is best suited as a budget-friendly house gun or a reliable range pistol. Its size and weight make it impractical for concealed carry.

Related News

All News →

More Reviews Videos You Might Like

More from nutnfancy

View all →