Springfield Armory and Hi-Power?

[Patched]

I have been really interested in this model -especially with all the improvements over the original. Garand Thumb's observations are troubling, but as someone else noted, they'll probably get things sorted out before widespread availability. I am considering this for carry so reliability is paramount. TO current owners, I have a question - is the height of this pistol really only 4.8" - that's less than a Glock 19!? Also, any thoughts on concealed carry without the additional layer of safety of the grip safety?

 

[bgcatty]

This "new" HiPower looks very interesting especially after the debacle with the Tisas model about a year ago. I look forward to handling one at a LGS soon; hopefully after all the price gouging has calmed down.

 

[DadSmith]

 

[DadSmith]

 

[Patched]

For those considering a new Hi Power style pistol, FN just announced their version of a modernized Hi Power. 17 round mags, and in 3 different colors - black, FDE and stainless steel. MSRP is quite a bit higher at over $1200.

 

[DadSmith]

Springfield Armory SA-35 9mm 4.7" Barrel 15-Rounds Walnut Grips

Made in the U.S.A. Springfield Armory's SA-35 gives today's shooters a modern take on a revered design. The Springfield Armory SA-35 features a 4.7" barrel, checkered walnut grips, a manual thumb safety, white dot front sight with a serrated rear sight, and one 15 round magazine. Get the...

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Only 2x higher than MSRP. They sold out in a few hours....

 

[SAILORGOLF46]

Picked up a LNIB SA-35 this week end and took to the range yesterday. I shot first 10 rounds from a rest at 7 yrds, absolute POA. First SA simi auto I have ever fired, will take some getting used to. 100 rounds fired of various mfg and loads, no failures at all. Fun range gun for now with clean old shool lines.

 

[WebSnyper]

Picked up a LNIB SA-35 this week end and took to the range yesterday. I shot first 10 rounds from a rest at 7 yrds, absolute POA. First SA simi auto I have ever fired, will take some getting used to. 100 rounds fired of various mfg and loads, no failures at all. Fun range gun for now with clean old shool lines.

Checking back in here. Still liking it?

I've been looking at these recently. I've wanted a Hi Power as a classic for some time (just not a 1911 guy), but have been pretty much striker and poly for decades now. Handled one briefly today (just dry fire, for a couple of minutes).

I assume the wrap around style Hi Power Pachmayr grips would work on these?https://www.lymanproducts.com/brands/pachmayr/handgun-grips/semi-auto-grips/signaturetm-grips


Also, any concensus on whether there is enough front strap material to checker it?

Anyone heard more on extractor issues or other concerns on these?

Anyone run an appreciable number of rounds through theirs?

 

[wcd]

I have been really interested in this model -especially with all the improvements over the original. Garand Thumb's observations are troubling, but as someone else noted, they'll probably get things sorted out before widespread availability. I am considering this for carry so reliability is paramount. TO current owners, I have a question - is the height of this pistol really only 4.8" - that's less than a Glock 19!? Also, any thoughts on concealed carry without the additional layer of safety of the grip safety?

Not being sarcastic but the additional layer of safety is a bit North of your EDC.

Far more important than any particular hardware is training. Closely followed by more training, then a good carry set up, Most importantly a good holster that will allow for safely reholstering.

Back to our regularly scheduled topic, on the Springfield iteration I have handled one at a lgs and it seemed to be well fitted, finish was nice, and appeared to be a nice offering.

 

[wcd]

Picked up a LNIB SA-35 this week end and took to the range yesterday. I shot first 10 rounds from a rest at 7 yrds, absolute POA. First SA simi auto I have ever fired, will take some getting used to. 100 rounds fired of various mfg and loads, no failures at all. Fun range gun for now with clean old shool lines.

LNIB any backstory as to how it came to be a LNIB offering? Someone culling the herd? Or the old it looked good on paper?

 

[Shooter5]

Just picked up my Springfield SA35. I had a Browning Hi power, once. I love anything that John Moses Browning touched. This Springfield version is well made, looks great and shoots better.

 

[drillsgt]

Just picked up my Springfield SA35. I had a Browning Hi power, once. I love anything that John Moses Browning touched. This Springfield version is well made, looks great and shoots better.

Nice score, as soon as they start showing at at MSRP or below, i'll pick one up.

 

[Colt556]

Nice score, as soon as they start showing at at MSRP or below, i'll pick one up.

Just as with anything new, patience will be your friend.

 

[SAILORGOLF46]

LNIB any backstory as to how it came to be a LNIB offering? Someone culling the herd? Or the old it looked good on paper?

Just in the right place right time. Mentioned in a conversation that I would like to try one and someone in the group had one that really did not suit him and passed it along to me. I usually hear about these things a day latter, but that day was my turn.

 

[wcd]

Just in the right place right time. Mentioned in a conversation that I would like to try one and someone in the group had one that really did not suit him and passed it along to me. I usually hear about these things a day latter, but that day was my turn.

Very nice

 

[tmcindy]

I really want one of these myself.

 

[wcd]

I really want one of these myself.

I am fairly certain for a mere $400 over msrp you should have no issue finding one?

 

[tmcindy]

I am fairly certain for a mere $400 over msrp you should have no issue finding one?

I'm in no hurry.

 

[wcd]

I'm in no hurry.

I am sure it will be worth waiting for the right one to come along. Just confirming you did notice the sarcasm? on the prior response?

 

[tmcindy]

I am sure it will be worth waiting for the right one to come along. Just confirming you did notice the sarcasm? on the prior response?

Oh yes. I recently went through this a couple months ago trying to purchase a Glock 40. Just had to sit back and be patient. Finally got one at a fair price. Fools rush in.