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Browning Hi-Power

almagunsalmaguns Member Posts: 88 ✭✭
edited June 2002 in Ask the Experts
SN 245RN119XX, made in Belgium. Year of mfg?? Thanks.
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  • almagunsalmaguns Member Posts: 88 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    I need some opinions on the Browning Hi-Power pistol.

    I am thinking about getting one and need a little input from members who have some experience with them.

    Thanks

    Rockton
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  • almagunsalmaguns Member Posts: 88 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Is it normal for the hammer to require an unusual amount of pressure to cock or does the unusual pressure indicate a malfunction or problem?
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  • almagunsalmaguns Member Posts: 88 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Does anyone know a top notch gunsmith that can fit a Browning Hi-power with a 2 or 3 slot combat trigger and Novac Low Mount sights?
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  • almagunsalmaguns Member Posts: 88 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Does anyone know in what year Browning quit making the Belgium made Hi-Power with the fixed sights and the nice blue finish?
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  • almagunsalmaguns Member Posts: 88 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Have a couple of questions about Browning Hi-Powers:I understand they made some in .30 Luger, is this true? Does anyone know if they were a limited run, how many were made?Also, I seriously doubt it, but was there ever such a thing as a Belgian made .40S&W Hi-Power (not "Assembled in Portugal")? .40S&W came out since assembly was moved to Portugal, correct? Finally, the current Hi-Powers are marked "FNMI". I haven't seen one in person but are they assembled in Portugal but just not marked so on the slide?Thanks in advance for any replies.[This message has been edited by Blokey (edited 03-08-2002).]
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  • almagunsalmaguns Member Posts: 88 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    I just bought a Browning Hi- Power 9MM silver chrome NIB with 2 pre ban clips. Just wondering what retail price should be or did I get clipped?
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  • RembrandtRembrandt Member Posts: 4,486 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    One of my favorites.....NIB probably 600-700. My carry gun is a 9mm silver chrome, Craig Speigel grips and C&S hammer, 17rd mags. Haven't found anything I like better. From the creative mind of John Moses Browning to your hand, these have been in production for nearly 70 years...enjoy!

    Lots of nifty goodies available from Cylinder & Slide... http://shop.cylinder-slide.com/clickcartpro/cgi-bin/cp-app.cgi?usr=10870&pg=store&sub_pg=sub_cat&ref=16::14
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  • k.stanonikk.stanonik Member Posts: 2,109 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    600-700 is about the going rate, I have both the 40 cal and 9mm versions. the 9mm sitsin the vault with maybe 100 rounds through it and the 40 i use at the store. Wise choice in a weapon and will give you several yrs of reliable service, enjoy
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  • pikeal1pikeal1 Member Posts: 2,707
    edited November -1
    of the five pistols that I own..I like my browning the best. Dad gave it to me a few months back and its the best shooter I own. fixed sights and all, I shoot better with that gun than any other gun I own. Truly a great firearm.
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  • NighthawkNighthawk Member Posts: 12,022 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    You have chosen a fine handgun not knowing what you give for it I could not say if you got a good deal.I think they sell in the $500.00 range.




    Good Luck.

    Rugster
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  • gundummygundummy Member Posts: 254 ✭
    edited November -1
    I now own a fair share of hand guns now except the Hi-power. Still looking for that perfect one. I am saving to get the best for last.
    It's one of the finest hand gun on the planet! GD
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  • almagunsalmaguns Member Posts: 88 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Gundummy, E-mail me at Almaguns@mwt.net This may be your lucky day!
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  • JIM STARKJIM STARK Member Posts: 1,150 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Gundummy,I could make your day too.... snake803@juno.com

    Edited by - JIM STARK on 06/13/2002 21:02:08
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  • gundummygundummy Member Posts: 254 ✭
    edited November -1
    Thanks for the offer guys, but like I said, I am still saving for my last gun. I promised my wife that I will only get one more hand gun, the Hi-power, so I want to make sure I get the best. Not saying that your's are not the best, it may be, but I am still trying to raise my Hi-power fund so I can get the ONE I am looking for. I'll start my hunt in a month or so. I'll keep your email's and get back to you when I am ready in case you still have them. GD
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