Hudson Manufacturing - Cy Hudson | 2017 Shot Show TV Studio

Published on January 20, 2017
Duration: 4:30

The Hudson H9 is a new striker-fired pistol introduced at SHOT Show 2017, featuring an all-steel construction with a 1911-style straight trigger pull. It offers a 15+1 capacity in 9mm, ambidextrous slide release, and reversible magazine release. The design incorporates a unique front cam system due to its full-size slide mounted above the trigger guard, moving the recoil spring lower and contributing to its distinctive profile.

Quick Summary

The Hudson H9 is a striker-fired 9mm pistol featuring an all-steel construction and a 1911-style straight trigger pull. It offers a 15+1 capacity, ambidextrous slide release, and reversible magazine release. Its unique profile results from a full-size slide mounted above the trigger guard, with a front cam system and lower recoil spring placement.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to SHOT Show TV
  2. 00:07Interview with Cy Hudson of Hudson Manufacturing
  3. 00:17Introducing the Hudson H9 Pistol
  4. 00:48All-Steel Construction and Trigger System
  5. 01:00Striker-Fired with 1911 Style Trigger
  6. 01:11Integral Trigger Safety
  7. 01:24Ambidextrous Slide and Reversible Magazine Release
  8. 01:28Magazine Capacity (15+1 9mm)
  9. 01:40Trigger Feel and Two-Stage Analogy
  10. 02:04Unique Profile and Design Explanation
  11. 02:16Front Cam System and Recoil Spring
  12. 02:34Collaborating Companies and Components
  13. 02:41Trijicon Sights and VZ Grips
  14. 03:02Compactness and Size Comparison
  15. 03:20Weight and Comparison to Other Steel Pistols
  16. 03:33Price Point and MSRP
  17. 03:57Distribution and How to Find the H9
  18. 04:15Closing Remarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Hudson H9 pistol?

The Hudson H9 is a striker-fired 9mm pistol with an all-steel construction, a 1911-style straight trigger pull, an integral trigger safety, ambidextrous slide release, and reversible magazine release. It boasts a 15+1 round capacity and a distinctive profile due to its slide-to-frame integration.

How does the Hudson H9's trigger compare to a traditional 1911?

While striker-fired, the Hudson H9 features a 1911-style straight trigger pull. This means the rotation is isolated within the trigger itself, providing a clean, straight-back pull that many find crisp and predictable, similar to a well-tuned 1911 trigger.

What is the construction and capacity of the Hudson H9?

The Hudson H9 is built with an all-steel construction, including the grip frame. It is chambered in 9mm and offers a magazine capacity of 15 rounds in the magazine plus one in the chamber (15+1).

What is the MSRP of the Hudson H9 pistol?

The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the Hudson H9 pistol is $1147. This price point reflects its all-steel construction, premium components like Trijicon sights and VZ G10 grips, and the extensive R&D invested in its development.

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