beretta v HK (9mms)

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CBlackjr

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It is time for me to get a new gun. I have been looking at a 9mm Beretta(don't know the modle numbers just that it is a fullsize) and a HK 9mm USP. Both are around 750. I like the feel of both grips, but have not had a chane to fire either. Range doesn't have any to test. Both seem like great firearms. Which one would you guys choose.
 
Oy, what a pair. Pick the one you like best - they're both accurate, reliable, and durable.

Me? I'd take the H&K.

By the way, $750 is a rip-off. The H&K should be $600 or under (my dealer has 'em for $575).
 
HK USP9 and Beretta 92 run $550-600 here. I slightly prefer USP to a 92 (have both, though my USP is a 45) but hi-cap mags are just about impossible to find for the USP and plentiful for the 92. HK mags run $100+, 92 mags $40 or so.

USP is slightly more accurate and has cocke&locked or decocker only option. On the 92 decocker only is an option but no C&L. Beretta might have a slight edge in feeding reliability.

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Both guns have a either are have a stainless steel, or something silver in color finish on them, could this be way they cost so much. I know the finish is not important but they look dam good. Thanx for the input
 
Stainless steel or "Inox" in Italian add $20-40, depending on the mfr. I agree, $750 is a rip, $550-600 is the right range for those guns. Good luck, neither is a bad choice, though my personal preference is the H&K. M2
 
Woah! $750 is WAAAAY off!

My favorite gunshop is known for selling at one price to newbies and a better price for return customers. They tell me that with repeat customers like me, they can afford cost + 10%. First timers get 25%. Even so, the sticker price for an HKUSP45 Stainless (.45 costs more than 9mm) is $659!!! They'd sell one to me for around $600 + tax.

Do NOT, I repeat DO NOT buy either of those guns for $750!!! Unless you live in Commie-fornia, they should be CHEAPER!

If I went for the Beretta styled pistol, I'd choose Taurus! (personal opinion only!) It's just as good a pistol, without the price tag!

But personally, I prefer HK by a long shot to any other full sized handgun. But then again, I'm an all-out polymer junkie these days!

Just my opinion... and probably not a very good one :)

[This message has been edited by Onslaught (edited October 02, 2000).]
 
Thanks for the advice. I recently joined a range that gives really good discounts to the members. I going to see If they can get it cheaper.
 
The Beretta inox usually goes for around $550-$600 like the other's said. Expect that price to continue to drop as sources for hi-caps dry up. In CA I see sales on them all the time because no one wants a full size 9mm with a ten round limit.
 
I have both, and the decision is the same as between Pepsi and Coke.

They are different, yet the same.

If I could have only one, it would be the Beretta ONLY because of the difference in obtaining additional high-capacity magizines. If you're happy with 10 rounds, then the HK.

FWIW
 
Both prices are high. I've seen stainless Beretta Brigadiers for $559 in Houston; a regular stainless is about $510. As to the HK, $625 seems about right. However, I've seen posts on other boards that HK is discontinuing the stainless USPs, and dealers are getting great prices. As this is a rumor, check with HK as to whether it is true. If it is, you should be able to find a better deal.
 
Both pistols are very reliable although in the long run I would have to give the feeding edge to the Beretta.

Personal preference would be the Beretta. It balances better in my hand and the recoil is very manageable. With the H&K it feels too top heavy and chunky.

That being said, I would not turn down either one if given to me and would feel very adequately armed with either one.

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Both prices are high. You may consider an online purchase, via FFL dealers of course. I have the Beretta 92 and like it.

Mike
 
Close call. When I was buying my first pistol, it was between a Beretta Stainless 9mm and HK USP fullsize 9mm. I went with the Beretta, and have been very happy. While I've purchased way too many guns since then, I still don't have a USP (though I did buy 3 USP 9mm Compact Hi-Cap mags in anticipation). The USP compact in 9mm is on my list of things to buy.
 
Do yourself a favor and check the prices in Gun List at www.collectit.net . In the current issue there is a NIB USP with two full capacity magazines for 500 bucks. Granted a person has to add shipping and then dealer mark up but........
After you've decided if you settle on the Bereatta do yourself another favor and check out the Taurus PT-92/99. Same gun, life time warranty, great customer support, strong supporters of the RKBA and half the price.

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I am a Beretta man and like H&K alot both guns are great it comes down to what feels good in your hand simple as that. either decision will be a good one

BUT YOU ARE GETTING GANG RAPED ON THE PRICE

I have two berettas and have never paid more than 650 for either G-elite (550) Compact L (650) and the H&K's are in the same price range
 
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