Why Did You Buy an HK P7?
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waterhouse
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You can go read about it on PCT, but for reasons that I think involve the gas piston system the P7s don't tend to suppress very well compared to other 9mms.
As for your poll, I chose it for the thin, concealable reason. The fact that it is the most "pointable" gun I own is a huge added bonus.
The magazine release is located at the heel of the grip behind the bottom of the magazine. It seems awkward to do quick mag changes at first (probably because it is awkward) but this is easily overcome with practice.
The magazine release in the picture is one of the "non-flush" ones. It sticks out a little. There are internet reports (I believe them) that this type of magazine release can be bumped while the gun is concealed, releasing your magazine. Most of the police trade ins have a flush magazine release that solved this issue. Here is one with a flush release:
This man speaks the truth. A lot of people love the gun. Some folks hate them. They are all correct. Really no way to tell without trying it out. If you get it and you hate it you probably won't lose much when you sell it.
If your PSP gets hot at the range, this is just a sign that you should have brought a spare or two along with you.
pig dog 02
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Trade bait huh? What kind of trade are you looking for?
ApexinM3
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Waterhouse! Good Gawd, man! Can't have just one, eh? That is great, wish I had the funds to have a collection like that of *one* type! I am green with envy!
10-Ring
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I bought mine new in '88 after my son was born. I wanted something unique, good shooter, well made and from a good manufaturer. Also, I figured that by the time my son was old enough to shoot it, I could teach him how to be safe around it too. It wasn't until later that I realized what I really got myself into
riceboy72
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Just over three weeks ago, I bought a grade B at a gun shop for $649.99. Ever since I started getting into guns at 19, I always saw the Heckler and Koch P7 series as a highly revered and coveted pistol that was serious gun aficionados owned. Fell in love with the allure of them, though I never actually held one until a few years ago.
Figuring since they're no longer made, I'd buy one because I've always thought highly of them, along with their highly concealable and extremely safe design. This, coupled with the awesome manufacturing and quality Heckler and Koch (especially older guns) are known for, reinforced my decision.
Sad thing? I just can't warm up to this pistol. As mentioned before, just not for some people. I'm trying to fall in love with it, but haven't yet. Maybe I just need more range time with it, but I honestly don't know if that love will ever happen.
Sigh ...
Figuring since they're no longer made, I'd buy one because I've always thought highly of them, along with their highly concealable and extremely safe design. This, coupled with the awesome manufacturing and quality Heckler and Koch (especially older guns) are known for, reinforced my decision.
Sad thing? I just can't warm up to this pistol. As mentioned before, just not for some people. I'm trying to fall in love with it, but haven't yet. Maybe I just need more range time with it, but I honestly don't know if that love will ever happen.
Sigh ...
This has quickly become my favorite pistol. Took my Grade B PSP and new custom 1911 to the range today and I was more intrigued by the PSP. First shot from the PSP hit bullseye and the rest of the rounds started to print clover leafs. This pistol is amazing. Still should have ordered a Grade A.
riceboy72
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Peter M. Eick
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Ya notice that most P7 believers have multiple copies?
Interesting.
I wonder who many run of the mill gun buyers buy multiple copies of the exact same gun?
For me, the ergos and the ease of use make it a great carry gun, so great that multiple copies are needed to be around just in case!
Cromlech
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I am bright, fluorescent, RADIOACTIVE GREEN with envy!waterhouse said:
DougDubya
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@TS357 - No kiddin'. Kraftwerk is the Electric Company?
Learn somethin' new every day...
"HEY YOU GUYS!"
Learn somethin' new every day...
"HEY YOU GUYS!"
Yeah, Doug-- "Kraftwerk" (my favorite band, BTW) means "power station," but not The Power Station, who sucketh mightily.
BTW, it's TS537, not TS357. TS537 is the Library of Congress subject heading for handguns. I am a librarian. Who likes guns.
BTW, it's TS537, not TS357. TS537 is the Library of Congress subject heading for handguns. I am a librarian. Who likes guns.
aikidoka-mks
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I thought I had put off the psp surplus tempation but then I opened this thread. lol
I finally got to fondle one at a local Cabelas. Felt bigger than I was expecting, but then I should have expected that from all I've read. Nice and thin though.
Darn my tax return and economic stimulus check might get spent on one after all. haha
I finally got to fondle one at a local Cabelas. Felt bigger than I was expecting, but then I should have expected that from all I've read. Nice and thin though.
Darn my tax return and economic stimulus check might get spent on one after all. haha
IMTHDUKE
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I like this one a lot..........
usp9
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I bought my first to collect as they were out of production (or so we thought).
I bought my second because it was too good a deal to pass up.
I bought my second because it was too good a deal to pass up.
Why? These pistols are made to be carried and shot. My P7E is a BMI police trade in bought before the grading system was put in place my HK. Its pobably a Grade B and has a little holster wear, but I don't care as I carry it and appreciate the history it may have had. Enjoy your P7 you can always have it reblued or refinished in hard chrome, NP3, etc.
PX15
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riceboy72:
Just an observation, but you may NEVER warm up to the HK P7.
I would recommend you give the P7 another chance to "grow on you" at the range a time or two, and if you still simply aren't 100% satisfied, sell the sucker.
Some folks instinctively fall in love with their first P7's (I'm one), and for some others it just doesn't make them feel warm and fuzzy.. Not the fault of the pistol, nor the fault of the person who just can't seem to find an appreciation for this particular firearm.
After you've given it another try, and you still aren't "in love",clean it up and I'll guarantee you selling it, without losing money on the deal, will not be a problem.
Just personal opinion/no offense intended.
Jesse
Just an observation, but you may NEVER warm up to the HK P7.
I would recommend you give the P7 another chance to "grow on you" at the range a time or two, and if you still simply aren't 100% satisfied, sell the sucker.
Some folks instinctively fall in love with their first P7's (I'm one), and for some others it just doesn't make them feel warm and fuzzy.. Not the fault of the pistol, nor the fault of the person who just can't seem to find an appreciation for this particular firearm.
After you've given it another try, and you still aren't "in love",clean it up and I'll guarantee you selling it, without losing money on the deal, will not be a problem.
Just personal opinion/no offense intended.
Jesse
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