Any HI-Powers here ?

[Arley]

No Hi-Powers here ?
I would like to see some and discussion on the same . I have 2 FM clones and
and love 'em both .

[BlackKnight]

I own two. An actual Browning and a clone.

[DrHenley]

I would, except I can't seem to find one in 45 :D

http://www.cotep.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=22&pictureid=888

[MajO]

I had a Browning Hi Power from Novak. It is Number 11 of their 1-100 series. I gave it to my son for his home protection. It looks similar to this one from Novak, except the grips are Craig Speigel and the match barrel is from a different maker.

http://www.cotep.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=102&pictureid=894

[Arley]

Lucky Son .

[Arley]

If you can find a 40 it's only a little under weight . :0)

[DrHenley]

A few interesting facts about the High Power...

JMB developed the High Power per the French Military specifications, and had to work around the patents for the 1911, since he had sold those rights to Colt. So basically it was a clean sheet design while Browning was involved.

The name High-Power came from the French name for it, which referred to the 13 round magazine, not the power of the cartridge itself. Seems it lost something in the translation

One of the early prototypes was striker fired with a 16 round magazine. (guess that was way ahead of its time though) Another early prototype was a blowback design.

Browning died in 1926, and the 1911 patents expired in 1928. Although JMB himself could not incorporate any 1911 features, Dieudonné Saive of Fabrique Nationale in Belgium picked up the development and reworked the design to incorporate 1911 features.

France rejected the High Power in favor of a similar, but cheaper single stack pistol ("Model 1935"), and the High Power was adopted by Belgium instead (and 50 other countries as well)

[Caleb]

I had a Browning Hi Power from Novak. It is Number 11 of their 1-100 series. I gave it to my son for his home protection. It looks similar to this one from Novak, except the grips are Craig Speigel and the match barrel is from a different maker.

http://www.cotep.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=102&pictureid=894

Beautiful and badass at the same time.

[Rvrctyrngr]

I had a Browning Hi Power from Novak. It is Number 11 of their 1-100 series. I gave it to my son for his home protection. It looks similar to this one from Novak, except the grips are Craig Speigel and the match barrel is from a different maker.

http://www.cotep.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=102&pictureid=894

Wow! That could be my pistol that I had worked over by Wayne several years ago! Beautiful

The Novak Hi-Power started life as an FN with the SafetyFastShooting system. Hated that so off to Wayne it went. Only thing left original is the slide and the frame! :D

I have another FN HiPower that I rebuilt myself, and a Browning that belongs to wifey.

[RandallZ]

Got one of these:

It's the FN built competition Hi Power "GP" built in the late '80s.

http://i46.tinypic.com/29pfbcn.jpg

[Caleb]

^^^^Sweet!^^^^^

[Arley]

Very nice shooter . Would love to have one .nanner

[Big gary]

I would also like to hear from guys with them.
Sounds like everyone wants to fix hammer bite, trigger job and magazine hammer block. Any info, quality on new ones. Never understood why somebody besides browning didn't make them, like DW, Kimber, and so on.

[MajO]

I would also like to hear from guys with them.
Sounds like everyone wants to fix hammer bite, trigger job and magazine hammer block. Any info, quality on new ones. Never understood why somebody besides browning didn't make them, like DW, Kimber, and so on.

It is my understanding that there have been Hi Power clones. FEG comes to mind, but I believe that there has been others, including CZ years ago. I think that Israel made one years ago. They also were made in Canada for awhile, under license Although an outstanding pistol, IMHO, the HiPower has never shared the following of the 1911. :D

[RandallZ]

I have a semi-clone Hi-Power from Hungary. It looks the same, but has zero parts interchange.

I suspect some of the reason for the dearth of clones is its complexity. There are just too many good designs out there which are easier to copy.

[RKP]

A few interesting facts about the High Power...

JMB developed the High Power per the French Military specifications, and had to work around the patents for the 1911, since he had sold those rights to Colt. So basically it was a clean sheet design while Browning was involved.

The name High-Power came from the French name for it, which referred to the 13 round magazine, not the power of the cartridge itself. Seems it lost something in the translation

One of the early prototypes was striker fired with a 16 round magazine. (guess that was way ahead of its time though) Another early prototype was a blowback design.

Browning died in 1926, and the 1911 patents expired in 1928. Although JMB himself could not incorporate any 1911 features, Dieudonné Saive of Fabrique Nationale in Belgium picked up the development and reworked the design to incorporate 1911 features.

France rejected the High Power in favor of a similar, but cheaper single stack pistol ("Model 1935"), and the High Power was adopted by Belgium instead (and 50 other countries as well)

Interesting info indeed !

[Arley]

I would also like to hear from guys with them.
Sounds like everyone wants to fix hammer bite, trigger job and magazine hammer block. Any info, quality on new ones. Never understood why somebody besides browning didn't make them, like DW, Kimber, and so on.

I have 2 FMs that I have done the mag block on . It is easy if you know how to take the pistol down . There are some videos on Utube on the procedure .
Also on how to disassemble the pistol . Not real difficult but you do need to do it right . If you are not confident in doing this then don't do it .
The mag drops clear now and does help with the trigger pull a bit . Less creep.
I personaly have never had any hammer bite on the one pistol that has a spur hammer . You can't limp wrest it or you could get bit . My wife has been bite .
Though both of mine are good shooters I do not ike the sights but have not change them out .
I think the prices of the orig. Hi-Powers are way of line but I would gladly pay it for the Browning if I could afford it . I love them .They are the most comfortable pistol I have ever held .

[bald1]

Here are mine :) And yeah, I did the stippling and other mods :)

http://rap.midco.net/bald1/BHP_9mmP_1.jpg

http://rap.midco.net/bald1/FM_Detective9mm.jpg

[brownie]

Very nice thread with pics guys.

I've owned many over the years, preferring the ring hammer models over spurs. None in the fold presently.

[BadOscar]

I don't own one yet but I did shoot that GP competition model and really like it.

[LittleGator]

If anyone is interested, Aim Surplus just posted Israeli Police trade ins for about $450 - $500, depending on condition.

[Sheepdog]

Yep

http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?groupid=2608&name=FN+MK+3+Hi+Power+9mm+SELECT+GRADE+Pistol

[Caleb]

If anyone is interested, Aim Surplus just posted Israeli Police trade ins for about $450 - $500, depending on condition.

Yep

http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?groupid=2608&name=FN+MK+3+Hi+Power+9mm+SELECT+GRADE+Pistol

You guys are terrible, I hope you feel bad for me! I just spent my credit card payment on one of these.













Can't wait to receive it a shoot this sukka! WooHoo!!!! My first Hi Power! Always wanted one so, why the hell not.

nanner nanner nanner nanner nanner

[LittleGator]

You guys are terrible, I hope you feel bad for me! I just spent my credit card payment on one of these.











Can't wait to receive it a shoot this sukka! WooHoo!!!! My first Hi Power! Always wanted one so, why the hell not.

nanner nanner nanner nanner nanner


Alrrright! I guess I've done my good deed for the day. :D

Gotta let us know how you like it.

[Caleb]

Alrrright! I guess I've done my good deed for the day. :D

Gotta let us know how you like it.

Received it and cleaned it up. Not sure if it will run without any failures tho.. :eek:

http://i.imgur.com/z0s68Ah.jpg

[LittleGator]

Received it and cleaned it up. Not sure if it will run without any failures tho.. :eek:

http://i.imgur.com/z0s68Ah.jpg

You should'a paid the extra $10.00, for "best of five." funnyfunnyfunny

[Caleb]

You should'a paid the extra $10.00, for "best of five." funnyfunnyfunny

funny... will post real pics as soon as I take some.

[Caleb]

http://i.imgur.com/QE7fUJC.jpg?1

http://i.imgur.com/SjPi83b.jpg?2

http://i.imgur.com/jzQonsW.jpg?1

http://i.imgur.com/YoXauX9.jpg?1

http://i.imgur.com/DKhJUbN.jpg?1

[pickwick]

I know this is an old thread, but I'm new here. My BHP Standard 9 MM is my EDC. I have another of the same as a safe queen. I switched from my Colt Model 70 SS as my EDC because I decided this world is crazy enough to where I might need the extra fire power. I love John Browning's pistols (well, the BHP isn't totally Browning).;)

[TLE2]

Since pickwick reupped this thread, I checked AIM Surplus. They have FN Belgium Hi Powers for $450.

http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?item=F1FNHP

I wonder if that's a good buy, because I have always wanted the other JMB pistol.

[sdmc530]

I too have my eye on this website now...looks like they get some interesting stuff there.

[Caleb]

Since pickwick reupped this thread, I checked AIM Surplus. They have FN Belgium Hi Powers for $450.

http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?item=F1FNHP

I wonder if that's a good buy, because I have always wanted the other JMB pistol.

Look at my pics above. If you are ok with finish wear then, you will like your purchase. Mine functions perfectly and is super accurate. The trigger is smooth and not heavy but, has a long reset (if that matters to you). The price is very reasonable and will leave you $$ in your pocket if you decide to refinish it.

Thanks to you, I just placed an order for another one! nanner

[Lonestar grips.]

dang, I've always wanted one. i'm going to have to do some thinking.......

[Arley]

That is a good price . I have 2 FMs now or I would be all over this .

[Riverpigusmc]

I had a Taurus 92 once upon a time. Kind of liked it. Just do not like the 9 mighty mice round

[Caleb]

My order fell through, seems my ffl screwed the pooch and didn't send a copy of his license to Aim. I'm not mad though, I wasn't planning on buying another pistol. Now I can use that money elsewhere.

[Lonestar grips.]

I got to look at 7 different hi powers yesterday. the itch is a growing.:D

[captainpalace]

I own two. An actual Browning and a clone.

What he said!

[JohnR]

I've been interested in finding a BHP for a while, and finally ran across one locally at a price I couldn't refuse. 1987 Mark II.

Shoots nice, perfectly balanced. Now I have two of JMB's finest.

https://s5.postimg.cc/6gbxbvlqf/2018-06-27_17.36.36.jpg

https://s5.postimg.cc/ovwe99s53/2018-06-27_17.37.04.jpg

[Caleb]

I've been interested in finding a BHP for a while, and finally ran across one locally at a price I couldn't refuse. 1987 Mark II.



Shoots nice, perfectly balanced. Now I have two of JMB's finest.



https://s5.postimg.cc/6gbxbvlqf/2018-06-27_17.36.36.jpg



https://s5.postimg.cc/ovwe99s53/2018-06-27_17.37.04.jpg



It’s a beauty! Enjoy in good health.


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[JohnR]

I just got a standard slide release lever, new recoil spring, and Mecgar mag from Numrich. The extended lever that came with it has a flaw in the right side of the pin, and not knowing the round count I figured a new spring could come in handy.

[RKP]

^ Smart move indeed ! http://www.cotep.org/forum/images/icons/icon14.gif

[JohnR]

Oops.


A round I fired too quickly after a squib split the barrel. The ammo manufacturer (Aguila) took care of me though. If the BHP were still in production I guess they would have sent me a check for the MSRP. But since the only “new” ones are Tisas Regents, they sent me a check for one of those.

I figured, why not add a few bucks to the kitty and see what’s out there. Gunbroker was full of hi powers with very proud owners, but one company was restoring and duo-toning Israeli Hi Powers and selling them fot $700. I almost got one when I noticed a “like new” early ‘70s era version for sale right here in town.

Long story short, I’ve never seen a vintage gun in this good a condition. It’s an early “C” series. The mag disconnect is intact, and the trigger is magnificent. The safety is still stiff like new. It’s truly a time capsule. I don’t want to shoot it!

My Mark II may be salvageable if I can dremel the barrel in half and pull it out. New barrels are available. I hope I can resurrect it as my shooter, ‘cause my new one really belongs under glass.

[Caleb]

Oops.


A round I fired too quickly after a squib split the barrel. The ammo manufacturer (Aguila) took care of me though. If the BHP were still in production I guess they would have sent me a check for the MSRP. But since the only “new” ones are Tisas Regents, they sent me a check for one of those.

I figured, why not add a few bucks to the kitty and see what’s out there. Gunbroker was full of hi powers with very proud owners, but one company was restoring and duo-toning Israeli Hi Powers and selling them fot $700. I almost got one when I noticed a “like new” early ‘70s era version for sale right here in town.

Long story short, I’ve never seen a vintage gun in this good a condition. It’s an early “C” series. The mag disconnect is intact, and the trigger is magnificent. The safety is still stiff like new. It’s truly a time capsule. I don’t want to shoot it!

My Mark II may be salvageable if I can dremel the barrel in half and pull it out. New barrels are available. I hope I can resurrect it as my shooter, ‘cause my new one really belongs under glass.



I don’t see any pics so, I call BS. Lol...


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[DrHenley]

I don’t see any pics so, I call BS. Lol...


https://i.imgur.com/fmodyBE.gif

http://www.cotep.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=22&pictureid=888

[JohnR]

Oh all right. :) That's dust up by the muzzle, not a scratch.

https://i.postimg.cc/MH0Zwtmf/2019-03-11-15-27-16.jpg

[RKP]

Damn, that's in nice condition !!

[Caleb]

Damn, that's in nice condition !!



Yeah it is! Nice pistol Sir.


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[nikrnic66]

My C-series (1972)https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190312/4f641af2c1a1ce48c5b148cdd71bae76.jpg

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[RKP]

Uh oh, we have 2 VERY nice HI-Powers in 1 day !! :cool:

[Caleb]

I love the Hi Powers, what an amazing pistol.


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