Hipoint...

[thumperdogg]

Looking for a cheap gun to keep in random places as a back up, what about a hipoint? I will have a trusty EDC on me, but just as a back up, what you guys think.

I'm looking at 9mm full size under $200, better options?

 

[Brandon]

I thought of doing the same thing. I ended up getting a Taurus .380 Paid 209.

 

[maxmayhem]

 

[leftsock]

For a few more dollars, you could get a Kel-Tec P11 or PF9. They aren't full-sized pistols, and the Hi-Point does make a better club than either of those do when empty.

 

[thumperdogg]

For a few more dollars, you could get a Kel-Tec P11 or PF9. They aren't full-sized pistols, and the Hi-Point does make a better club than either of those do when empty.

PF9's are descent little guns, but you can get a almost 3 hipoints for the price of a new PF9

 

[thumperdogg]

YUP

 

[LEaSH]

I doubt there would be anything else around that price (that would be reliable). Go for it.

When you say "keep in random places", do you mean around the house? Garage? Office? I don't have little ones running around, so my options are broader than most. I have a cheap but well built pump 12 gauge within a few steps of my kitchen, everything but that and my carry is locked up.

 

[thumperdogg]

I thought of doing the same thing. I ended up getting a Taurus .380 Paid 209.

Trying to stick to 9mm, so all guns eat the same food!

 

[joshualee49]

For what they are, Hi Points are generally reliable, contrary to popular culture. I think it would make a good cheap choice for a general purpose stash or backup gun. Glove box, center console, on the side of the toilet tank, etc.

Not too many options @ 200.00. Stay AWAY from Davis\Raven\Bryco\Jaminez...

You might look at a Makarov as an alternative to 9mm. They can be had for your price range all day long. Rugged and reliable. Definitely more anemic than a hot 9mm round, but given shot placement would serve well. Ammo is comparably priced between the two.

 

[Brandon]

Trying to stick to 9mm, so all guns eat the same food!

I understand, It was what I was trying to do as well. Just couldn't bring myself to buy something so ugly.

 

[XSVskill]

I picked one up used for $40. it serves the purpose I bought it for, to plink and give to new shooters without giving a damn about it. I would never carry it or trust my life to it but honestly its not a totally horrible shooter and hits where point it.

 

[thumperdogg]

I doubt there would be anything else around that price (that would be reliable). Go for it.

When you say "keep in random places", do you mean around the house? Garage? Office? I don't have little ones running around, so my options are broader than most. I have a cheap but well built pump 12 gauge within a few steps of my kitchen, everything but that and my carry is locked up.

I do have little ones around, so my stash placement is limited. I was considering one for car carry, so as to not have to un-holster while driving, one in the toolbox while I am working in the garage, and a few other scenarios such as these. Like I said I will have my trusty EDC, but thinking of scenarios where drawing from IWB may not be an option.

 

[thumperdogg]

I understand, It was what I was trying to do as well. Just couldn't bring myself to buy something so ugly.

That is my issue lol!

 

[thumperdogg]

I picked one up used for $40. it serves the purpose I bought it for, to plink and give to new shooters without giving a damn about it. I would never carry it or trust my life to it but honestly its not a totally horrible shooter and hits where point it.

NICE!! I would buy a couple dozen for that price!

 

[tatters]

Shot my C-9 a few times today. No problems. Clunky and bulky but not too terrible. It shoots every time. I like it just fine.

 

[dhw9am]

Ruger

Looking for a cheap gun to keep in random places as a back up, what about a hipoint? I will have a trusty EDC on me, but just as a back up, what you guys think.

I'm looking at 9mm full size under $200, better options?

Save another $100 and buy a Ruger P95. The Ruger is so far superior
in every way. More accurate, reliable, holds 15+1 rounds, and on and on.
Just my 2 cents.

 

[thumperdogg]

Save another $100 and buy a Ruger P95. The Ruger is so far superior
in every way. More accurate, reliable, holds 15+1 rounds, and on and on.
Just my 2 cents.

Lookin into it. Just hard to beat finding used hipoints for $100 each. I could buy a few to fit my needs.

 

[PGRChaplain]

In your price range there's not much selection. Check around for Used ones.

 

[tatters]

You might look at a Makarov as an alternative to 9mm. They can be had for your price range all day long

Where are you finding a Mak for this price?

 

[cp009]

I would never trust my life with a Hi point.