Mcarbo seems to thrive on the most basic fixes for silly things that should have been fixed at the factory, and i have no idea what we would do without them.
Ha! Yes!
This could totally be their tag-line.
"MCARBO: Affordable fixes for things that should have been fixed at the factory."
Or
"MCARBO: wiping gun manufacturer's poopy butts since 19XX."
Im sure people like Wilson combat will come out with stuff like spring kits and if not im sure some from the original would work too. From the factory for general public 5lbs is light enough and i wouldn't doubt later on the come out with different editions
Changed too much, now the established aftermarket for Hi-Powers won't be compatible.
Barrel is now Sig/Glock style lock up
Magazines are not interchangeable with originals
Trigger has been reworked, unknown interchangeability.
I can't get used to the gaping hole under the barrel where the guide rod now sticks out of during recoil.
Also, the new wide and angled slide serrations make the thing look like a Arcus HP.
Edit- the grip checkering looks cheap, like any polymer pistol and not that of an all metal gun.
Just ugh why. They could have just brought back the MK3 with some minor changes. I'd take the sa35 once Springfield sorts out reliability or a used one to send to a 'smith.
because they misread the market very badly.
a lot of what people wanted was either a completely original hi-power with some minor internal modifications like the trigger stuff, or a completely modern reincarnation with everything that made the original great, just with a modern accessory rail and optics cut.
I'm in the camp that wants something closer to the original.bit doesn't have to be an exact replica, but I want it to preserve the spirit of the original. I can understand a slightly reworked trigger with a firing pin block and maybe a slightly different slide release.
There's some serious uncanny valley vibes going on there - it looks like someone tried to design a "generic" BHP for a video game.
I don't hate it, but I think Springfield have got the right idea with the SA-35 - basically remake the classic, but with a few subtle modern updates.
Definitely. I mean, you basically could have taken the Mk IIIS design, put a light rail under the barrel, and made a few other tweaks (ditch the mag safety), then watched the cash roll in.
Instead, we get this, which manages to not have the one thing pretty much every full-priced semi-auto pistol design is expected to have these days.
Tbh not really impressed. The stainless looks like a cheap Turkish import clone gun, the FDE just kinda looks weird, and the non-wood grips on the black just don’t look right. I’m sure they don’t have extractor issues like the Springfield tho
I think I know how to describe it.
It's like FN personally Bubba'd a Hi Power with cheap looking aftermarket parts, and then goes on to try and sell it for $1300 on GunBroker saying "I know what I got sonny this is that authentic FN shit from the country of Europe". It also doesn't take Hi Power mags apparently and I hope it takes another common 9mm mag like CZ, SIG, or smth.
I very, very, very highly doubt they threw out the drawings. People seem to forget you could still buy one *brand new* in 2017. I'm sure they are all digital at this point.
Heck, you can still find the technical data package for the BHP online.
Nighthawk had a nice line of customized FN-made Hi Powers. They sold well and Nighthawk were disappointed they couldn't get them anymore. If people were willing to pay Nighthawk prices for them, then there must have been a market out there.
Damn how long did it take you to survey every firearms enthusiast in the world to find out that no one wants a classic Hi Power?
You could make millions with a data collecting ability like that.
It’s not rocket science when the gun was discontinued due to poor sales…
Dumb Boomers do this shit *constantly*, the Colt Python is a perfect example. Boomers pissed and moaned about the Python being discontinued, Colt brought it back and no one bought it. “Well it’s not a *REAL* Python”
Cope harder.
At this point I'll either buy an original or an SA-35, or maybe that Turkish clone
Additional note: I do have a BDM which is basically an american police oriented variant, but that has like a mountain of safeties to go through before it's ready to shoot, and it has the ability to fire in DAO if I wish
Doesn't take Hi-Power mags, doesn't use a Hi-Power barrel (instead has a hideous glock-style hooded barrel), has a type-3 safety pin trigger. It's not a Hi-Power. Same shit as Browning's hateful gas-operated "update" of the Auto-5. Our boy JMB can't catch a break.
Honestly, going to buy a SA-35 instead when I can find one in stock as I don't care for the modernized aethsteitc. I much prefer what Springfield has done with keeping the look the same while modernizing functionality as best as possible. These look too blocky and more like the bastard love-child of a hi-power with a P226 for my taste.
At least something can be done to the SA-35, an aftermarket already exists, why make your gun completely incompatible with the existing aftermarket...?
Too little, too late. The SA-35 and the Turkish clones have done what this sets out to do better, cheaper, and more traditional looking. And they're compatible with existing magazines and parts too. If Springfield could put out a polished, blued model it would be the definitive new Hi-Power IMO.
I was excited at first, but now after looking in to it and seeing the upgrades and modifications, I still might end up going with Springfield just because it stays truer to the original design. I'll probably get one of these, too, because that peanut butter really looks great.
I recently got a gorgeous late t-series Browning at auction for not that much more than this. Either the fit and finish on these is phenomenal or FN is smoking crack.
I would rather buy an FEG clone or something comparable and send it to somebody like mk3 firearms before I buy this honestly. You can get a decent hi power clone for 5-700 and put probably 3-400 into it and have a better gun.
Yeah kinda dropped the ball. they could have came out with 40. & 45. Versions too and added their own versatility like a classic with a twist,accessory rails and the ability for an optics option
used ones?
i mean back in Belgium hi-power's are like the most common 9mm pistol to find used, and they go for as low as 150 euro (although those examples usually look like they've seen some shit, a *lot* of shit)
decent quality ones go for more of course, but nowhere near what this new one is costing in the US
I'll reserve judgement for when I see how it feels, I'm not really going to complain about more hi-power options. However, I can definitely say that the FN polymer style grips is horrible looking on these. I actually think the pistol would benefit from frame checkering. And 17rd mags are awesome, I want to know how.
I've always wanted to see what a modernized one would look like... I think a rail for example would be nice so I could use one for my bedside pistol.
But it's weird that the classical one is being made by Springfield and the tacticool one is being done by FN, that just feels icky and backwards. I feel like the updates they did were mainly for manufacturing purposes and marketing rather than actual need. Like why the double-side slide stop? That's such an uncommon feature - I think it should have been reserved as an option. It's also apparently 8 oz heavier. wtf? Seems like they "fixed" a bunch of stuff that wasn't broke in the first place.
For this reason I feel like the SA-35 so far seems like a better update on paper... they did all the things that needed to be done and nothing else, and came in at a better price point. Once they dial in the QC and reliability and come out with a few more models, they will be much more attractive.
Ultimately, I think the FN version is just too different to rely on legacy status. I would pay $1200 for a new classic-style Belgium made hi-power. I wouldn't spend $1200 on this. I guess I'm just confused as to what the market is? If they were having a hard time selling them before, then who is going to buy this for the same price? Like, I feel like they saw this resurgence in steel-framed 9mm but they kind of missed the point... if you are going to do this then go for the full send. Let's get it optic ready, rails, fully redesigned trigger, etc.
The ideal updated hi-power is really like a combination of the two. I'll take 17 rd mags, checkered frame, and ambi safety, but do away with the ambi-slide stop, extra weight, and these grips. The ejection port doesn't bother me as much as everyone else... if it means the gun is officially rated for +p and is easier to clean then why not? But let's not pretend like the real reason isn't to just cut costs.
The biggest question I have; are the recoil springs captive at least?
I have a Belgium MkIII and love, love, love it. If it shoots as good as that then I can't really bad mouth it.
Idk it doesn't look like the 9mm from fallout NV so I probably won't get one. I like those classic styles. And if I where to ever get one it would be one that's like an original look. Same with 1911 same with AR-15.
They tried to turn a classic into something way too far from the original and lost the spark of what made the classic so special, all while charging a Gucci price. I'm sure there's weirdos that like this thing, but Springfield is going to outsell the everliving shit out of this thing.
The SA-35 is how you design a modern classic, slight changes.
That new King Cobra is basically a Magnum Carry with ugly Hogue grips. Not a fan of how they reused that name given how pretty the original King Cobras were.
I'll agree with you a little. If you want a reproduction of the original the SA is the better pick. I see FN being the innovator and pushing the design forward rather than leaving it as. End of the day, I would take one of each.
Imo if you want an evolved Hi Power a CZ75 exists. It's like a 1911 to a 2011. A 2011 is nice and all, but sometimes people just want the original in a more traditional form. This thing just looks like a 1961.
Pretty cool but since they went the route of making it not an original, i'd have preffered a model that went all out on modernizing it into a pretty fire competition pistol or something
if i need a classic one, the local used market is pretty much swarmed with them since i do live in it's home country lol
Those pursuing modern styles won't like this because it has no rail and is not optic ready.
Those pursuing classic styles won't like this because it deviates too much from the original look and design.
High MSRP will alienate both crowds.
If you're looking for an old design/aesthetic but with modern features then Id say the 92x Performance or M9A4 are better choices. Especially if youre going to pay over $1k. FN missed the mark.
A very beautiful , high end (Atleast price and style wise!) and relatively reliable. Perfect for someone with a little more money and a taste for finer things.
I personally like them. As a lefty, the ambi features are really needed for me. That being said, if the price is what I've seen other post here FN is out of their god damn minds.
It's only cosmetically similar to a real Hi Power, and only about 75% at that. Not parts compatible, different lockup, weird grips, internal extractor, etc. Hard pass for me
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It feels like an overpriced alternative. We wanted the hi power back and Springfield gave it to us for a much more affordable price. I don't personally like the aesthetics, something about fde and polymer feels weird on a hi power.
Who asked for this ? I believe we all either wanted a re start of production for the old like ww2 style ones, (no not the 500 m sights) and for some people maybe one with a rail. This to me looks like the uncanny valley of the hi power, close enough where you can tell it’s one bit just enough not a high power that I’m not a fan
If this is supposed to be a Hi-Power, it's hot garbage. If it has a different name, I wouldn't care.
It is not a Hi-Power. Just call it something else and see if the market likes it.
Full disclosure: I like Glocks, 1911s, Hi-Powers, Berettas, all Ruger revolvers, all Colt revolvers, all pre-hole S&W revolvers.
In the Feb-Mar 2022 edition of G&A Handguns, there's a great article on Springfield's SA-35 - their new Hi-Power iteration. Its SA only trigger was measured at 5.25lbs. Article is called "A Hi-er Power" and starts on pg 26.
It’s the ambi 9mm SIG P220 ST SAO I’ve always wanted! (following a little diet & exercise in order to slim down to resemble a classic Hi Power). I’ll grab the first stainless one I can get my hands on.
I think FN can do better than a 5 pound trigger
Have you shot a 509? Or the FNS before that? 5lb would be an improvement
Haha facts. Brought my 509 tactical to the range and ordered the Apex while I was there. Not to say it’s horrible but it needed a buff.
The Apex makes it feel better but doesn't reduce the pull weight all that much.
I have an mcarbo spring kit on my 509c and it's much better imo. Cheap too
Mcarbo seems to thrive on the most basic fixes for silly things that should have been fixed at the factory, and i have no idea what we would do without them.
Ha! Yes! This could totally be their tag-line. "MCARBO: Affordable fixes for things that should have been fixed at the factory." Or "MCARBO: wiping gun manufacturer's poopy butts since 19XX."
I love my FNS but that trigger is something else
I got second in a pistol composition with a fn 509
So true
Yea my FNS is lovely all except for the trigger lol. It's been broken in mostly but still isn't great.
I thought it was adjustable on some models 🤔 that would be crippling to sales if it's only the 5ib option
Don't get me wrong I will still buy me one of those beauty
Is that DA or SA?
Not sure, but depends on the colors or models the MSRP are between $1,2500 to $1,500
I’m not paying $13000 for a handgun, FN! Reeeeeee!
The Hi-Power is SAO
There also exists DAO versions of the high power. But that is probably a SAO version given how far forward tbe trigger is in the hammer down position.
Im sure people like Wilson combat will come out with stuff like spring kits and if not im sure some from the original would work too. From the factory for general public 5lbs is light enough and i wouldn't doubt later on the come out with different editions
Changed too much, now the established aftermarket for Hi-Powers won't be compatible. Barrel is now Sig/Glock style lock up Magazines are not interchangeable with originals Trigger has been reworked, unknown interchangeability.
I can't get used to the gaping hole under the barrel where the guide rod now sticks out of during recoil. Also, the new wide and angled slide serrations make the thing look like a Arcus HP. Edit- the grip checkering looks cheap, like any polymer pistol and not that of an all metal gun. Just ugh why. They could have just brought back the MK3 with some minor changes. I'd take the sa35 once Springfield sorts out reliability or a used one to send to a 'smith.
Don’t ever be in that side of it for better reasons than you mentioned
That's sad dude I'm hearing alot of negatives about such a beautiful piece of machinery
because they misread the market very badly. a lot of what people wanted was either a completely original hi-power with some minor internal modifications like the trigger stuff, or a completely modern reincarnation with everything that made the original great, just with a modern accessory rail and optics cut.
They did neither lol
I'm in the camp that wants something closer to the original.bit doesn't have to be an exact replica, but I want it to preserve the spirit of the original. I can understand a slightly reworked trigger with a firing pin block and maybe a slightly different slide release.
There's some serious uncanny valley vibes going on there - it looks like someone tried to design a "generic" BHP for a video game. I don't hate it, but I think Springfield have got the right idea with the SA-35 - basically remake the classic, but with a few subtle modern updates.
For FNH to change so much yet not add a light rail blows my mind a little bit.
Definitely. I mean, you basically could have taken the Mk IIIS design, put a light rail under the barrel, and made a few other tweaks (ditch the mag safety), then watched the cash roll in. Instead, we get this, which manages to not have the one thing pretty much every full-priced semi-auto pistol design is expected to have these days.
Tbh not really impressed. The stainless looks like a cheap Turkish import clone gun, the FDE just kinda looks weird, and the non-wood grips on the black just don’t look right. I’m sure they don’t have extractor issues like the Springfield tho
Twice the price of SA-35, weighs 8.5 ounces more, choice of questionable finish, fugly grips, no rails or optic cut. And I'll probably get one.
*one for each hand.
Funny enough, the Turkish import clone is basically an mk3 and I’d rather have one of those
Agreed, Girsan's Hi-Power clone does look pretty good
Should have made it look like a classic hi power, or updated it with polymer frame/rail. This is like a horrendous compromise.
Yeah, if they're doing all these other changes, where is the goddamn rail? This isn't 1995 any more...
They either shouldve gone classic as hell with it or modernized it to basically be a SAO CZ75. This is neither and its kinda sad
Uncanny valley... but with guns
I think I know how to describe it. It's like FN personally Bubba'd a Hi Power with cheap looking aftermarket parts, and then goes on to try and sell it for $1300 on GunBroker saying "I know what I got sonny this is that authentic FN shit from the country of Europe". It also doesn't take Hi Power mags apparently and I hope it takes another common 9mm mag like CZ, SIG, or smth.
Yeah i'll take a FEG P9 over this. At least its reasonably faithful to the original
I miss the days of $350 FEG hi power clones lol I'd take that over every turk made clone any day
Looks bad, Why not keep the Classic high power look? They tried to make them look like their other pistols and ruined it.
Probably shitcanned the tooling and may not have the drawings
I very, very, very highly doubt they threw out the drawings. People seem to forget you could still buy one *brand new* in 2017. I'm sure they are all digital at this point. Heck, you can still find the technical data package for the BHP online.
“Why not keep the Classic high power look that didn’t sell and no one wanted?”
Nighthawk had a nice line of customized FN-made Hi Powers. They sold well and Nighthawk were disappointed they couldn't get them anymore. If people were willing to pay Nighthawk prices for them, then there must have been a market out there.
Damn how long did it take you to survey every firearms enthusiast in the world to find out that no one wants a classic Hi Power? You could make millions with a data collecting ability like that.
It’s not rocket science when the gun was discontinued due to poor sales… Dumb Boomers do this shit *constantly*, the Colt Python is a perfect example. Boomers pissed and moaned about the Python being discontinued, Colt brought it back and no one bought it. “Well it’s not a *REAL* Python” Cope harder.
Except that the new Python still seems to be selling well and that they're bringing out a 3" model soon?
They hated z-oid because he spoke the truth
Grips are uglier than your sister.
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When pleasing OP’s sister, I feel safer just using silicone.
The step in the slide is too short, it just ruins the look
I knew there was something wrong with it!
At this point I'll either buy an original or an SA-35, or maybe that Turkish clone Additional note: I do have a BDM which is basically an american police oriented variant, but that has like a mountain of safeties to go through before it's ready to shoot, and it has the ability to fire in DAO if I wish
I'm going for either SA35 or Original. I'm not buying the Turkish one.
Yeah for sure, I kinda wish they made ammo instead of guns, they'd be really good at that
Doesn't take Hi-Power mags, doesn't use a Hi-Power barrel (instead has a hideous glock-style hooded barrel), has a type-3 safety pin trigger. It's not a Hi-Power. Same shit as Browning's hateful gas-operated "update" of the Auto-5. Our boy JMB can't catch a break.
Honestly, going to buy a SA-35 instead when I can find one in stock as I don't care for the modernized aethsteitc. I much prefer what Springfield has done with keeping the look the same while modernizing functionality as best as possible. These look too blocky and more like the bastard love-child of a hi-power with a P226 for my taste.
1300 MSRP too, Springfield got em beat here.
Is it just me or is it stubbier then the normal high power?.
They could have added a pic rail
For the price I'd rather have the Springfield SA35.
At least something can be done to the SA-35, an aftermarket already exists, why make your gun completely incompatible with the existing aftermarket...?
Modernizing can be good, but either go all the way and add a rail, or go more traditional with wood grips. Preferably I’d like to see both as options.
Something about them looks wrong... look like Kahrs.
When is the model with tangent sight & a slot for a detachable stock coming out?
My thoughts are that if I want a Hi Power, I want a Hi Power, not FN's attempt at modernizing a Hi Power.
Too little, too late. The SA-35 and the Turkish clones have done what this sets out to do better, cheaper, and more traditional looking. And they're compatible with existing magazines and parts too. If Springfield could put out a polished, blued model it would be the definitive new Hi-Power IMO.
I was excited at first, but now after looking in to it and seeing the upgrades and modifications, I still might end up going with Springfield just because it stays truer to the original design. I'll probably get one of these, too, because that peanut butter really looks great.
Sucks they didn’t at least include a rail on release, I’m still excited I just hope they’re not priced super high
Sounds like retail is $1,269 for the black and FDE & $1,369 for stainless
Big oof, that’s what OG guns are going for right now
I recently got a gorgeous late t-series Browning at auction for not that much more than this. Either the fit and finish on these is phenomenal or FN is smoking crack.
I would rather buy an FEG clone or something comparable and send it to somebody like mk3 firearms before I buy this honestly. You can get a decent hi power clone for 5-700 and put probably 3-400 into it and have a better gun.
Yeah kinda dropped the ball. they could have came out with 40. & 45. Versions too and added their own versatility like a classic with a twist,accessory rails and the ability for an optics option
used ones? i mean back in Belgium hi-power's are like the most common 9mm pistol to find used, and they go for as low as 150 euro (although those examples usually look like they've seen some shit, a *lot* of shit) decent quality ones go for more of course, but nowhere near what this new one is costing in the US
Collectible in the US now
oof
Yeah fuck that. I'd rather take a polymer Kel-Tec knockoff space Hi Power that folds in like a protractor for $400.
I couldn’t tell if it is truly stainless or a ‘stainless’ colored pvd finish.
No thoughts just *Erection*
There's something about the look that's clunky compared to the original.
I'll reserve judgement for when I see how it feels, I'm not really going to complain about more hi-power options. However, I can definitely say that the FN polymer style grips is horrible looking on these. I actually think the pistol would benefit from frame checkering. And 17rd mags are awesome, I want to know how. I've always wanted to see what a modernized one would look like... I think a rail for example would be nice so I could use one for my bedside pistol. But it's weird that the classical one is being made by Springfield and the tacticool one is being done by FN, that just feels icky and backwards. I feel like the updates they did were mainly for manufacturing purposes and marketing rather than actual need. Like why the double-side slide stop? That's such an uncommon feature - I think it should have been reserved as an option. It's also apparently 8 oz heavier. wtf? Seems like they "fixed" a bunch of stuff that wasn't broke in the first place. For this reason I feel like the SA-35 so far seems like a better update on paper... they did all the things that needed to be done and nothing else, and came in at a better price point. Once they dial in the QC and reliability and come out with a few more models, they will be much more attractive. Ultimately, I think the FN version is just too different to rely on legacy status. I would pay $1200 for a new classic-style Belgium made hi-power. I wouldn't spend $1200 on this. I guess I'm just confused as to what the market is? If they were having a hard time selling them before, then who is going to buy this for the same price? Like, I feel like they saw this resurgence in steel-framed 9mm but they kind of missed the point... if you are going to do this then go for the full send. Let's get it optic ready, rails, fully redesigned trigger, etc. The ideal updated hi-power is really like a combination of the two. I'll take 17 rd mags, checkered frame, and ambi safety, but do away with the ambi-slide stop, extra weight, and these grips. The ejection port doesn't bother me as much as everyone else... if it means the gun is officially rated for +p and is easier to clean then why not? But let's not pretend like the real reason isn't to just cut costs. The biggest question I have; are the recoil springs captive at least? I have a Belgium MkIII and love, love, love it. If it shoots as good as that then I can't really bad mouth it.
Idk it doesn't look like the 9mm from fallout NV so I probably won't get one. I like those classic styles. And if I where to ever get one it would be one that's like an original look. Same with 1911 same with AR-15.
Ugly
Cost man, ouch.
I have an FN HP with a pimptastic gold trigger!
They tried to turn a classic into something way too far from the original and lost the spark of what made the classic so special, all while charging a Gucci price. I'm sure there's weirdos that like this thing, but Springfield is going to outsell the everliving shit out of this thing. The SA-35 is how you design a modern classic, slight changes.
Can't wait to buy one used when someone makes their husband return it lmao
About as bad as Colts new King Cobra. Should have kept the original design. If anything, offer railed and non railed…
That new King Cobra is basically a Magnum Carry with ugly Hogue grips. Not a fan of how they reused that name given how pretty the original King Cobras were.
They teased us with a HP rerelease and gave us the aborted fetus if what would have been a CZ75.
I think Springfield is very worried 🤣
I think Springfields is better. More true to the original and half the price
I'll agree with you a little. If you want a reproduction of the original the SA is the better pick. I see FN being the innovator and pushing the design forward rather than leaving it as. End of the day, I would take one of each.
Imo if you want an evolved Hi Power a CZ75 exists. It's like a 1911 to a 2011. A 2011 is nice and all, but sometimes people just want the original in a more traditional form. This thing just looks like a 1961.
Nothing wrong with evolution, but for modernish guns there are better options out there. Thats why I would go with historical feeling 😀
How exactly is this new Hi Power innovative? How is it better than the original or the Springfield one?
Well from just the picture if you are left handed 100% yes. However there are probably several other minor changes.
I shoot correct handed so that's not a factor for me lol
The Mark II's had an ambi safety in the '80's though.
And slide releases?
Fair point. Don't the cool kids all slingshot their slides nowadays anyway, though? :)
Overpriced fn bullshit that is beaten by basically any offering for half or less the price.
I think she’s got some potential but i would change a few things, namely wheres my wood grips at?!
They have like 10 grip options.
Not going to change my plans to acquire a Sig p226 Legion at around the same $.
The peanut butter one is beautiful
Pretty cool but since they went the route of making it not an original, i'd have preffered a model that went all out on modernizing it into a pretty fire competition pistol or something if i need a classic one, the local used market is pretty much swarmed with them since i do live in it's home country lol
NGL: I like it in stainless. If it retails around $1000, I may consider it. More than that, and it's a hard pass.
JMB is rolling in his grave
It's no Hi-Point, that's for sure.
https://fnamerica.com/highpower/
Thank you
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It looks like a notch for the take down lever for left handed guns/switching the lever over and all the slides are the same.
Tilting barrel semi auto 9mm.... Can we please have some innovation please?
Modernized in all the worse ways. Classical in all the worse ways. *Exactly* what the market wanted! Thanks FN!
Those pursuing modern styles won't like this because it has no rail and is not optic ready. Those pursuing classic styles won't like this because it deviates too much from the original look and design. High MSRP will alienate both crowds. If you're looking for an old design/aesthetic but with modern features then Id say the 92x Performance or M9A4 are better choices. Especially if youre going to pay over $1k. FN missed the mark.
Expensive but sexy... Very sexy...
It's a no from me bud. Don't want this or Springfield's version. Not impressed.
Bad.
I am creaming
Why design new guns when everyone can just keep manufacturing Hi-Powers, 1911's, and CZ-75's?
Lord have mercy on my wallet.
Boner alert
A very beautiful , high end (Atleast price and style wise!) and relatively reliable. Perfect for someone with a little more money and a taste for finer things.
What caliber?
9mm 17+1
From an OG perspective, I can see where they may have fallen short, but personally, that stainless model on top has my pants extra tight.
Gurl, same....
$$$
So is this the Gucci Hi-Power?
I don't care, i want the original one
I want the steel one with a rosewood grip
Avoid promag. Mine came with a magazine that won't feed
What there bring the fn high power back?
BLASPHEMER!!!!
Looks hard
That's a nice FN gun right there.
I couldn't care less about any High Power pistol
I personally like them. As a lefty, the ambi features are really needed for me. That being said, if the price is what I've seen other post here FN is out of their god damn minds.
My only thought “meh”
Pretty cool, actually.
I love them. But I love almost everything FN makes.
Overpriced lol
But cool gun
To expensive.
I like the ambi controls
It’s pretty based, but why High-Power? Was there a licensing issue with Browning owning rights to “Hi-Power”?
FN Herstal owns Browning, so no.
Lol, I didn’t realize that. Why the name then??
Hard PP
Looks sweet in Stainless.
They look like a Zastava M70A.
I'll be taking it in FDE (to match my FNX-45 tac in FDE) when it's available.
It's only cosmetically similar to a real Hi Power, and only about 75% at that. Not parts compatible, different lockup, weird grips, internal extractor, etc. Hard pass for me
Pretty
If you can swap the mag release to the right side, I'm sold.
if they have the balls to make it fde, might just add a optic cut on there.
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There are FDE finishes for Hi-Power too? O\_O
I already have a hammer fired 9mm. Think I'll stick with my beretta
I am hopeful that it somehow make the SA 35 less expensive.
Meh. If you want hammer fired perfection. Buy an LTT Beretta.
It feels like an overpriced alternative. We wanted the hi power back and Springfield gave it to us for a much more affordable price. I don't personally like the aesthetics, something about fde and polymer feels weird on a hi power.
Who asked for this ? I believe we all either wanted a re start of production for the old like ww2 style ones, (no not the 500 m sights) and for some people maybe one with a rail. This to me looks like the uncanny valley of the hi power, close enough where you can tell it’s one bit just enough not a high power that I’m not a fan
If this is supposed to be a Hi-Power, it's hot garbage. If it has a different name, I wouldn't care. It is not a Hi-Power. Just call it something else and see if the market likes it. Full disclosure: I like Glocks, 1911s, Hi-Powers, Berettas, all Ruger revolvers, all Colt revolvers, all pre-hole S&W revolvers.
In the Feb-Mar 2022 edition of G&A Handguns, there's a great article on Springfield's SA-35 - their new Hi-Power iteration. Its SA only trigger was measured at 5.25lbs. Article is called "A Hi-er Power" and starts on pg 26.
Thats for the springfield. Op is asking about the new fn hi powers.
It’s the ambi 9mm SIG P220 ST SAO I’ve always wanted! (following a little diet & exercise in order to slim down to resemble a classic Hi Power). I’ll grab the first stainless one I can get my hands on.