Are Brownings Mk III HiPowers Worth The Money?
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Spinnerblade
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Unless you have to have a new one, I would look for an excellent or very good used one. If you're lucky you could get one for less than $600, plus the savings in sales tax.
I've bought two used and have been very happy.
Keep your eyes open and good luck.Patrick
I've bought two used and have been very happy.
Keep your eyes open and good luck.Patrick
Hangingrock
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Being pragmatic and not married to esthetics or an action type I’d say the Hi-Power is over priced. This is no different than the pricing on 1911 series pistols.
If it were I, I’d opt for a Glock or S&W-MP polymer framed pistol in 9mmX19 or 40-S&W. More cost effective. They may not give you the pride in ownership but both would out last the Hi-Power under continuous sustained usage.
If it were I, I’d opt for a Glock or S&W-MP polymer framed pistol in 9mmX19 or 40-S&W. More cost effective. They may not give you the pride in ownership but both would out last the Hi-Power under continuous sustained usage.
SharpsDressedMan
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When you compare the machining that goes into the Hi Power to the HK USP series, the price seems to fade a bit (bot currently produced in the Euro market). The USP is a very nice gun, and the Browning may be a bit dated in some respects, but either will serve well. I am a Browning HP fan. I got my MKIII about 6 years ago, for about $435 used, excellent condition. In your case, it might be advisable to seek out a lightly fired MKIII on the used market, and save a hundred or two.
silversport
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from what I'm reading, the Mk IIIs are the strongest and best Hi Powers (maybe not the prettiest, maybe not the very best machined ever but...)...cast frames are strongest too...they have in the last 2 years really spiked in price...if you see brand new for $800 get it...
Bill
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If the BHP fits you perfectly, then they're worth the money.
The new MkIIIs can interchange upper halves between 9mm and .40cal, .22 conversions are available for them, the fit and finish is very nice.
A good used BHP MkIII around here currently sells for ~$600-$700, but lucky deals for ~$500 can be found.
The new MkIIIs can interchange upper halves between 9mm and .40cal, .22 conversions are available for them, the fit and finish is very nice.
A good used BHP MkIII around here currently sells for ~$600-$700, but lucky deals for ~$500 can be found.
HOWARD J
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Pick this up about 50 years ago
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One little scratch & 5000 rounds later. This is not a self defense
wepon--trgger set at 1.5 #
One little scratch & 5000 rounds later. This is not a self defense
wepon--trgger set at 1.5 #
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They have been making them for 60 years with no big deal, then they seem to dry up for a couple years and come back priced 2 or $300.00 more than they were. Hi Powers are my favorite handguns but I'd be hard pressed to lay down $800.00 for one. Keep shopping!!
NMGonzo
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How much a ww2 vintage will go for?
HOWARD J
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blitzen
Since 1935--John Browning design---originally mfr by FNH-Belgium
Since 1935--John Browning design---originally mfr by FNH-Belgium
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dogtown tom
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There is no difference. (excepting the "Browning Arms" rollmark)
If it's a Browning it was made by FN. FN Hi Powers and Browning Hi Powers are exactly the same, made on the same machines, the same tooling, in the same factoryand both are available in the same finishes.
Browning Arms is only the importer for the US & Canada. Fabrique Nationale of Herstal , Belgium is the manufacturer (and always has been). Browning Arms doesn't make guns and never has- they market firearms made by someone else.
modifiedbrowning
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Look for a used one. I just picked one up for $499 with 4 mags.
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BUFF
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I bet our weak $dollar
has a lot to do with the price of new HP's. Regardless, If I had the dough I'd love to buy one in .40cal. Other .40's I've tried (Ruger, S&W) I didn't like so well...and I don't like the KB issue with Glock's in .40
I do love my '74 BHP and probably wouldn't want to sell it for what a new one costs.
has a lot to do with the price of new HP's. Regardless, If I had the dough I'd love to buy one in .40cal. Other .40's I've tried (Ruger, S&W) I didn't like so well...and I don't like the KB issue with Glock's in .40 I do love my '74 BHP and probably wouldn't want to sell it for what a new one costs.Looks like they are only making MkIIIs, (enamel finish) , the blued with walnut grips and one with digital cammo pattern( unfitting for a HP IMHO). Looks like they create a little shortage and command a little higher price in return.
arizonaguide
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LMAO! Not even close (IMHO). The glock would blow out the unsupported case, and the M&P (good weapon) may last 1/2 the life of a "normal" HiPower.
REAPER4206969
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Interesting tale.
RON in PA
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I love the HP, but seriously doubt that one will outlast either a Glock 17 or M&P 9.
earlthegoat2
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Im not saying your wrong but there is 3/4 of a century of evidence that suggests the Hi Power can stand the test of time.
Nonetheless though as much as I also like the HP new ones are VERY overpriced for what you get.
A 1911 is a steal compared to a HP. A 1911 in that price range will at least have semi custom features and will not give you any kind of hammer bite.
As many of you know I love my HP MKII. Of course I can live with the current manual safety and my hand is of a shape that will not get hammer bite. I got it used and unfired for 600 OTD which is a price I gladly paid. It is not as fancy dancy as a MKIII which I would rather have but it is still a good pistol at a good price. Still though 899 retail for a MKIII is steep. The finish is durable though. Much like Glocks finish. Modification that have to be done straight away usually involve the manual safety and the hammer. To do this right, will usually set you back a few hundred more. If it has adjustable sights then....well.....you never should have bought it.
But as with many of the things these days, good stuff costs a little more and under that sentiment you could say the BHP MKIII is worth what you pay but not really a good value in the big picture.
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BHP FAN
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It's not that the pistol is expensive,it's that your money is worthless.
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