Hi-Point Pistols: The Ultimate Test

Published on October 11, 2010
Duration: 11:13

This Hi-Point pistol review subjects the CF380 and C9 models to extreme abuse, including truck runs, mud submersion, and overpressure rounds. Despite a reputation for poor quality, the pistols demonstrated surprising durability, functioning after severe mistreatment. While not aesthetically pleasing or refined, they proved to be utilitarian firearms capable of surviving conditions that would destroy more expensive handguns, making them a budget-friendly option for those prioritizing ruggedness.

Quick Summary

Hi-Point pistols demonstrated surprising durability in extreme tests, including being run over by a truck and submerged in mud. While not refined, they proved to be utilitarian firearms capable of surviving abuse that would destroy more expensive handguns, all for around $150.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Hi-Point Pistol Test
  2. 01:16Accuracy Testing: 9mm & .380
  3. 03:28Durability Test: Truck Run Over
  4. 05:32Mud and Sludge Torture Test
  5. 06:42Overpressure & Bore Obstruction Test
  6. 09:00Final Verdict: Hi-Point Value

Frequently Asked Questions

How durable are Hi-Point pistols?

Hi-Point pistols, specifically the 9mm and .380 models tested, demonstrated surprising durability. They survived being run over by a heavy diesel truck, submerged in mud, and fired with significant overpressure rounds, indicating they can withstand extreme abuse.

What is the typical price range for Hi-Point pistols?

Hi-Point pistols are known for their affordability. In this review, the firearms were noted to cost around $150.00, making them a very budget-friendly option for a functional handgun.

What kind of tests were performed on the Hi-Point pistols?

The Hi-Point pistols underwent rigorous testing including accuracy checks, a durability test where they were run over by a truck, submersion in mud, and extreme overpressure rounds ('blue pill' and 'red pill') to assess their structural integrity.

Did the Hi-Point pistols fail during the extreme tests?

The Hi-Point 9mm pistol eventually failed after a bore obstruction was created and combined with an overpressure round, causing the slide to blow off. However, the frame remained largely intact, and the pistols functioned through most of the extreme abuse.

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