Hudson H9 Range Review and Recoil Compared - TheFireArmGuy

Published on February 11, 2018
Duration: 7:30

This video provides a range review of the Hudson H9 pistol, comparing its recoil performance against the Baby Desert Eagle 3. While acknowledging the H9's innovative design and good trigger, the reviewer expresses skepticism about its claimed recoil reduction for 9mm, noting it feels heavy and expensive. The H9 is presented as potentially better suited for larger calibers like .45 ACP or .40 S&W.

Quick Summary

The Hudson H9 pistol's main innovation is its lowered recoil assembly, aiming to reduce felt recoil by lowering the bore axis. However, during a range comparison with the Baby Desert Eagle 3, the reviewer did not feel a significant recoil difference in 9mm, noting the H9 is expensive and heavy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Hudson H9 Range Review
  2. 00:15First Shots with Hudson H9
  3. 00:48Hudson H9 Recoil Assembly Design
  4. 01:15Initial Shooting Impressions
  5. 01:25Trijicon HD Night Sights and Grips
  6. 01:36Recoil Reduction Skepticism
  7. 01:53Hudson H9 Price and Introduction
  8. 02:20Comparison Setup: H9 vs. Baby Desert Eagle 3
  9. 02:41Second Shooting Session
  10. 03:13Feel of Shooting the H9
  11. 03:19Preparing for Recoil Comparison
  12. 03:29Hudson H9 Trigger Mechanism
  13. 04:05Single Action Trigger and Accuracy
  14. 04:19Side-by-Side Comparison: H9 and BDE3
  15. 04:50Shooting the Baby Desert Eagle 3
  16. 05:36Recoil Comparison Results
  17. 05:38No Felt Recoil Difference
  18. 05:52Overall Assessment of the H9
  19. 06:10Advantages and Market for H9
  20. 06:26H9 for Average Enthusiast/Home Defense
  21. 06:47Hudson H9A Polymer Frame Model
  22. 07:04Reliability and Conclusion
  23. 07:12Final Thoughts on Recoil
  24. 07:21Call to Action: Subscribe and Share

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main innovation of the Hudson H9 pistol?

The Hudson H9's primary innovation is its recoil assembly design, which lowers the guide rod and recoil spring below the barrel. This aims to reduce the bore axis height, theoretically leading to less felt recoil and muzzle flip.

How does the Hudson H9's recoil compare to the Baby Desert Eagle 3?

During a range test comparing the two 9mm pistols, the reviewer did not perceive a significant difference in felt recoil between the Hudson H9 and the Baby Desert Eagle 3. Both firearms were tested side-by-side.

What are the key features of the Hudson H9's trigger?

The Hudson H9 features a single-action trigger described as 'pretty nice' with a very short reset, facilitating quick follow-up shots. The trigger mechanism utilizes a detent bar that is oriented differently than conventional designs.

Is the Hudson H9 considered a good value for its price?

The Hudson H9 is priced around $1150, which the reviewer considers expensive, especially given the perceived lack of significant recoil reduction in 9mm. Cheaper alternatives are noted to perform comparably for general use.

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