Pistol advice:FNP

[Swampfox21]

Ive been lookin around for a pistol lately. I would love a Kimber Raptor 1911 or a Sig 228,but lets be honest....Im poor. looked at some other 1911s namely PARA GI and Springfield GI. But lately ive been checking out the FNH pistol series. I saw the FNP9 and it seems like a Sig, but about half the price. Im a fan of the decocking lever and the SA/DA. they seem pretty solid from what ive read on gun forums, but i wanted to get yalls opinion. So anybody own one of these or got any trigger time with em????? im also open to suggestions of other pistols that arent going to break the bank. P.S. im not a glock fan....

 

[Starz26]

I have never owned one, went with sig's, but several people I know and respect say they are a solid gun we worth the money and then some.....

 

[Swampfox21]

To AZ: are you talking about the DET1 pistol? im looking for something around 600-650ish area.im a working college kid, so thats why im stayin away from Kimber not a big fan of DAO. and looking for either a 9mm or a 40s&w pistol.

 

[BagfullofPings]

HK USP 45 or the HK45. The USP 45 is a large brutish machine. If you want something a little more sleek, go for the HK45. Both weapons have built in rail systems for lights and lasers.

http://www.hk-usa.com/civilian_products/pistols.asp

 

[Swampfox21]

im just not crazy bout glocks. plannin on goin to the range to rent some pistols sometime next week. im gonna check and see how i like the H&Ks. ill let yall know how it goes

 

[mwlabel]

On the topic of FNP, I own a FNP-45 and love it to death. That said, I also own many 1911s.
Good luck choosing!

 

[Swampfox21]

On the topic of FNP, I own a FNP-45 and love it to death. That said, I also own many 1911s.
Good luck choosing!

FNP 45 ehh??? im intrigued might have to check those out too. do you have the USG model?

 

[cigarmanpa]

what do you plan to do with it? carry? range? safe queen?

 

[Swampfox21]

mostly carry...

 

[Soundwave13]

Just bought a Beretta Px4 .40 - love it. (Not as much as my Kimber, but less than half the price!)

 

[Slick26]

Beretta/Stoeger Cougar ~$400

 

[Fox]

mostly carry...

Since you are a fan of DA/SA, then I strongly recommend the Sig 228. It is among my all-time carry favorites. 9mm will be just fine, too, especially with the 124 or 147 grain loads.

 

[SmoknStyx]

From your comments I would look into a XD40, M&P 40 or used sig 228. All these would fit your price range, are great reliable guns and are easily sold used if you decided you want to switch to something else down the road.

Nothing wrong with a pre owned pistol as long as it hasn't had a bunch of gunsmith work...

 

[Jet-Rod]

Can't help you much. I've owned a FNP .40 for two years and never pulled the trigger.

 

[Swampfox21]

Can't help you much. I've owned a FNP .40 for two years and never pulled the trigger.

Your killin me smalls....

 

[coastalgriff]

Sig CPO is in your range. Reliable as hell and they hold their value.

 

[SledMedic]

I have the Sig P226 Two Tone .40 and LOVE that thing! I have the .357Sig barrel for it too. You can get them at a good price. I picked mine up as a factory refurb at about 60% less than MRSP new. It was a former range weapon from the Feds. They apparently only run about 300 rounds through them prior to the refurb, and it's still warrantied. The gun feels great, and it's extremely accurate.

 

[Hot_Sauce]

If your looking for a 1911 on a budget check out the Rock Island 1911's. Great shooters that are priced right and come with a lifetime warranty.

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http://www.sarcoinc.com/gunorderinfo.htm


PS: You can't go wrong with the Springer 1911's eithereace:

 

[Chas]

Ive been lookin around for a pistol lately. I would love a Kimber Raptor 1911 or a Sig 228,but lets be honest....Im poor. looked at some other 1911s namely PARA GI and Springfield GI. But lately ive been checking out the FNH pistol series. I saw the FNP9 and it seems like a Sig, but about half the price. Im a fan of the decocking lever and the SA/DA. they seem pretty solid from what ive read on gun forums, but i wanted to get yalls opinion. So anybody own one of these or got any trigger time with em????? im also open to suggestions of other pistols that arent going to break the bank. P.S. im not a glock fan....

If you want to save money on a piece and ammo take a look at http://www.aimsurplus.com/ ( may not be your dream brand, but the value is hard to beat until you are flush mate - :bangbang:

 

[Hot_Sauce]

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