how about fnh?
- Thread starter Crankgrinder
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I am coming late to this discussion. Sorry.
I have an FNX-40. Great gun, very accurate and easy to shoot. I carefully compared it to the Sig SP2022 and chose the FN, but both were very fine, and I could have been happy with either. The FN seemed to fit me better. I forgot the exact price I paid, but it was about $75 more than the Glock 22 on the shelf. I tend to use Glock 17 / 22 as a common price point, and I rate every pistol in terms of "more pricey than glock" or "less pricey than glock"... the FNX was more by about $75.
At its price, I thought the FNX was a bargain. It was equal to pistols costing several hundred more.
As far as that intangible attribute "build quality", it is hard to judge objectively. Obviously, if you let a group of people handle a kel-tec PF11 and a Les Baer 1911 side by side, everyone is going to judge the kel-tec as lower "build quality". But with more closely matched pistols, it gets very subjective.
With that said, my FNX "build quality" I would rate as slightly superior to my several glocks, superior to my wifes LC9, and about the same as my walther pps. Based on shooting a Sig 229, I would rate it equal. Based on shooting a Beretta M9 I would rate it equal. Based on shooting a Ruger SR9c I would rate the FNX as slightly better. Based on shooting a 1960's BHP I would say the BHP was superior. Based on shooting a Walther P99, the nod goes to the Walther. Based on shooting a colt python, no comparison.
I seriously question the judgment of anyone who says that the FNX is overpriced based on how it compares to other pistols.
Jim
I have an FNX-40. Great gun, very accurate and easy to shoot. I carefully compared it to the Sig SP2022 and chose the FN, but both were very fine, and I could have been happy with either. The FN seemed to fit me better. I forgot the exact price I paid, but it was about $75 more than the Glock 22 on the shelf. I tend to use Glock 17 / 22 as a common price point, and I rate every pistol in terms of "more pricey than glock" or "less pricey than glock"... the FNX was more by about $75.
At its price, I thought the FNX was a bargain. It was equal to pistols costing several hundred more.
As far as that intangible attribute "build quality", it is hard to judge objectively. Obviously, if you let a group of people handle a kel-tec PF11 and a Les Baer 1911 side by side, everyone is going to judge the kel-tec as lower "build quality". But with more closely matched pistols, it gets very subjective.
With that said, my FNX "build quality" I would rate as slightly superior to my several glocks, superior to my wifes LC9, and about the same as my walther pps. Based on shooting a Sig 229, I would rate it equal. Based on shooting a Beretta M9 I would rate it equal. Based on shooting a Ruger SR9c I would rate the FNX as slightly better. Based on shooting a 1960's BHP I would say the BHP was superior. Based on shooting a Walther P99, the nod goes to the Walther. Based on shooting a colt python, no comparison.
I seriously question the judgment of anyone who says that the FNX is overpriced based on how it compares to other pistols.
Jim
Crankgrinder
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I guess what it all comes down to is what kind of deal is available at the time. I don't fully know what an FN goes for but if its pretty close to glock then it might be worth considering. It is interesting to know that if theyre lacking anywhere it will possibly be in the controls and levers from what I get out of it. ive got a 9, 45, and a .357 I might go .40smith for my next one.
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I have a five seven and a fnp45. My wife has an fnp 40. A friend has a fnp 9 and 45 tactical. Not one has ever had an issue nor have I ever witnessed one have a problem or heard of one having an issue from a reliable witness. The five seven is mostly plastic but that had no bearing on quality. It has proven to be a high performing and quality weapon. Although some of the finish colors make the fnps look kind of cheap their construction is topnotch. Materials and machining are excellent. My 45 is a tank in the same degree as say an hk. I am certain if it ran dry I could just bludgeon an attacker with it. I own a range of guns from a witness race gun to a KSG to a lar grizzly and the FNP is what I keep close to guard my life. I understand most people are judging these on personal feelings or appearance but if you rate it purely on construction and performance there is no way you can reasonably call it cheap or unequal to other top rated firearms of metal/polymer construction.
The only issue I have had or know of was during my carry class and was no fault of the gun. I had a weak case rupture and blow throwing the mag out the bottom and stinging my hand. Considering the noise and fury of the explosion I expected the worse and wss surprised that aside from a stinging in my hand I was unhurt. The FNP suffered a broken decocker lever. I loaded a second mag, racked the slide and finished the round without issue. The gun ran flawlessly the rest of the class. The next week I sent it back to FN with the damaged mag and ruptured case. Even though the damage was the result of bad ammunition they sent me a new gun and entire new shooter's pack free of charge. FN's product and customer service are excellent.
I have a five seven and a fnp45. My wife has an fnp 40. A friend has a fnp 9 and 45 tactical. Not one has ever had an issue nor have I ever witnessed one have a problem or heard of one having an issue from a reliable witness. The five seven is mostly plastic but that had no bearing on quality. It has proven to be a high performing and quality weapon. Although some of the finish colors make the fnps look kind of cheap their construction is topnotch. Materials and machining are excellent. My 45 is a tank in the same degree as say an hk. I am certain if it ran dry I could just bludgeon an attacker with it. I own a range of guns from a witness race gun to a KSG to a lar grizzly and the FNP is what I keep close to guard my life. I understand most people are judging these on personal feelings or appearance but if you rate it purely on construction and performance there is no way you can reasonably call it cheap or unequal to other top rated firearms of metal/polymer construction.
The only issue I have had or know of was during my carry class and was no fault of the gun. I had a weak case rupture and blow throwing the mag out the bottom and stinging my hand. Considering the noise and fury of the explosion I expected the worse and wss surprised that aside from a stinging in my hand I was unhurt. The FNP suffered a broken decocker lever. I loaded a second mag, racked the slide and finished the round without issue. The gun ran flawlessly the rest of the class. The next week I sent it back to FN with the damaged mag and ruptured case. Even though the damage was the result of bad ammunition they sent me a new gun and entire new shooter's pack free of charge. FN's product and customer service are excellent.
I have an FNX-45. It carries the most ammo of any current 45 pistol, 15+1. Its visually boring, with slab sides, and very few curves. It points naturally, and easily hits what its aimed at. I have almost 1,000 rounds through it now, factory, and reloads, and it has never hesitated. I like that it is a decocker, Double Action, or can be carried "Cocked and Locked". I trust my home defense to it, and my life as well. Great pistol.
I have a gammut of pistols. The FNX-40 is my second most recent. Qualified for my employer with it and it's almost as accurate as my Kimber 1911.
One thing FNH could improve on is the geometry of the thumb safety. It works adequately as is, but would be better if it had a ledge to rest your firing hand thumb on like the 1911 or Hi-Power; provided you can't mistakenly decock it while firing a string.
One thing FNH could improve on is the geometry of the thumb safety. It works adequately as is, but would be better if it had a ledge to rest your firing hand thumb on like the 1911 or Hi-Power; provided you can't mistakenly decock it while firing a string.
Crankgrinder
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I need to offer a thanks to everyone involved in this thread, the thoughts and comparisons have been most helpful. Just today I went to my lgs to buy some ammo and in doing that I got to looking at guns. They had glock s,fns,sigs etc. I noticed a price of 400.00 on a used,like new sig2022 in 40. After comparing side by side with glock 23 and the fnx they had I decided the price was hard to beat so I bought my 120rd can of American eagle 5.56 and put the sig on layaway while i get kids school clothes,supplies hammered out. Wasn't the fn I was thinking about but I have always pondered about sigs as well, this way ill have something in all the major calibres. Sure will be happy when I get to take it out. Thanks again folks