A very frequent area of concern for Hi Power fans seems to be whether or not they “can shoot” +P or +P+ ammunition in their Hi Powers. The answer is a qualified “yes.” The use of hotter than standard ammunition will accelerate wear, but it will not make the Hi Power explode or instantly break. Let’s take a look a minute…
The Hi Power’s hammer biting the hand that holds it is not an uncommon problem for quite a few of us. Usually, it is not all that difficult to cure. This affliction usually occurs when the tip of the hammer spur hits the shooting hand behind the pistol’s abbreviated tang. Folks who are bitten by the spur hammer…
(A partial explanation of why I try always to be armed) I had a hard time deciding whether to put this under “FAQ” or “Other Handguns,” but decided to put it under “Browning Hi Power” as most of the time, it’s what was with me on: There was no wind and the mist was so…
A very common question amongst Hi Power aficionados is, “Which is the best model as well as, “Are old Hi Powers better than new ones?” So, which is best? In my opinion, it depends on what parameters you use to define “best.” If you are really into very nicely blued Hi Powers of the classic look, most…
Despite the trend for 9mm protection rounds that provide “adequate” penetration, there remains a contingent of people concerned about “over penetration” and the possibility of an innocent third person being injured or killed by a bullet that has completely passed through its initial target. There are also professional people working in extremely crowded scenarios that…
The Perfect Hi Power A very frequent discussion topic amongst Hi Power fans concerns itself with the “perfect” Hi Power, i.e., changes that would be made to correct perceived deficiencies in the existing design. I’m frequently asked my opinion on this subject and will post it here, but before doing so, I suggest that what’s…
Most serious students of “stopping power” opine that the most potent load for the 9mm under a variety of situations is either Winchester’s 127-gr. +P+ Ranger JHP or their standard pressure 147-gr. Ranger load. I prefer the former as I personally think that velocity is more important than some folks do. Both of these rounds…