Prank on gun snob
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watkins1988
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i carry a glock 19 and i dont look down on hi points. the c9 was my first pistol. they both shoot. the glock just looks better and is lighter. to me the finish on the glock compared to the hi point is well worth the extra money. but would i be afraid to carry a hipoint? no. they are reliable. if i had to pick on it would be the glock though. i like to tell people i carry a glock lol
SocialAnarchist
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Why the heck should anyone care what anyone else chooses to own, carry, shoot, or have for self defense?
Wildalaska
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Evidence of psychological disturbance?
WildnoteveryoneisnormalAlaska ™©2002-2011
It’s a pretty funny OP joke…I’ve never owned a Hi-Point, but have shot a couple and they work but are far from “polished”. It’s hard to explain the finer aspects of firearms to someone that just isn’t interested nor do they want to spend over “X” amount of money. As mentioned, you can often find quality used police trade-ins that are more than serviceable and reasonably priced.
I have a few co-workers who don’t necessarily think I’m a snob but often don’t get why I own so many (mid-range for pistols, Glocks, CZ’s, 1911’s, Sigs, etc.), or they can’t understand why some of the higher end 1911’s cost so much. It’s not about the price as these guys could easily afford them, it’s about priorities. One individual is a retired Army Colonel who currently owns six Corvettes, one is a restored Sting Ray that would knock you off your feet. Another co-worker spends close to $1000/month on golf green fees, lessons and gear and has several thousands of dollars invested in clubs. Another invests thousands in bass fishing gear for local tournaments.
It’s not about the price more than it is about the priorities. I know the OP’s joke was not an overt slam on “inexpensive” firearms and I do think they have their place (as long as they at least function reliably and provide adequate accuracy for self-defense), but often it’s the sticker shock of something they haven’t or don’t intend to put a lot of time or effort into.
A younger couple my wife and I were friends with wanted a pistol for self-defense. She was a teacher and he was an Active Duty Army captain…decent income. She didn’t want her husband to spend over “X” amount which really limited the choices and he ended up with a Hi-Point. When he was deployed my wife and I took her shooting and the she was quite frustrated with her particular Hi-Point. She did shoot a couple of my Sigs and CZ’s which she really liked. She said they were just too expensive, but (knowing the couple as we do), when I mentioned that she spent close to $1000.00 per month just eating out and with a little (even temporary) budget adjustment, she could really get her husband a much nicer “redeployment” present. Her husband did end up trading in the Hi Point for a Glock. Again, it’s not about snobbery, it’s about priorities and for some, the Hi-Point might be the only thing in the range of their current budget or situation and I would never criticize that choice…but for many, it’s just not a high on their priority list, yet they’ll blow a lot of decent cash on other recreational hobbies yet wonder why I would spend over 1K on a pistol. I often try and keep my snobbish two cents in my pocket…as long as people are on the range and practicing, I could care less what the platform is as long as it’s safe, reliable and something they can practice with for accuracy.
ROCK6
I have a few co-workers who don’t necessarily think I’m a snob but often don’t get why I own so many (mid-range for pistols, Glocks, CZ’s, 1911’s, Sigs, etc.), or they can’t understand why some of the higher end 1911’s cost so much. It’s not about the price as these guys could easily afford them, it’s about priorities. One individual is a retired Army Colonel who currently owns six Corvettes, one is a restored Sting Ray that would knock you off your feet. Another co-worker spends close to $1000/month on golf green fees, lessons and gear and has several thousands of dollars invested in clubs. Another invests thousands in bass fishing gear for local tournaments.
It’s not about the price more than it is about the priorities. I know the OP’s joke was not an overt slam on “inexpensive” firearms and I do think they have their place (as long as they at least function reliably and provide adequate accuracy for self-defense), but often it’s the sticker shock of something they haven’t or don’t intend to put a lot of time or effort into.
A younger couple my wife and I were friends with wanted a pistol for self-defense. She was a teacher and he was an Active Duty Army captain…decent income. She didn’t want her husband to spend over “X” amount which really limited the choices and he ended up with a Hi-Point. When he was deployed my wife and I took her shooting and the she was quite frustrated with her particular Hi-Point. She did shoot a couple of my Sigs and CZ’s which she really liked. She said they were just too expensive, but (knowing the couple as we do), when I mentioned that she spent close to $1000.00 per month just eating out and with a little (even temporary) budget adjustment, she could really get her husband a much nicer “redeployment” present. Her husband did end up trading in the Hi Point for a Glock. Again, it’s not about snobbery, it’s about priorities and for some, the Hi-Point might be the only thing in the range of their current budget or situation and I would never criticize that choice…but for many, it’s just not a high on their priority list, yet they’ll blow a lot of decent cash on other recreational hobbies yet wonder why I would spend over 1K on a pistol. I often try and keep my snobbish two cents in my pocket…as long as people are on the range and practicing, I could care less what the platform is as long as it’s safe, reliable and something they can practice with for accuracy.
ROCK6
imthegrumpyone
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Doesn't matter what you've got, there's all ways some one better than you ! I was at the range the other day, couldn't hardly hit paper, thought I was shooting blanks, figured out it was the batch of ammo I bought a few years ago. I won't mention from who, (somewhere deep south) and I've got 16-18 boxes left of the crap. 
watkins1988
Inactive
i mean i didnt like to hear all the bad comments when i told people i carried a hi point lol
Im personally looking for a derringer in 17 HMR Short with equal sized shotgun shells to be it the JUDGE of all other derringers.
I am certain this will be the most lethal pistol and ammo available to man..
(or at least some members would have you believe)
Oh by the way did I mention it was cheap and not for gun snobs... lol give me a break..
I am certain this will be the most lethal pistol and ammo available to man..
(or at least some members would have you believe)
Oh by the way did I mention it was cheap and not for gun snobs... lol give me a break..
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Plain or fancy
You guys are right. A basic gun gets the job done. All the rest is fancy.
I once pulled the trigger on a Baretta. Didn't have to fire it. Sweet.
I fondled a 1911 I wanted badly. When I got home I learned that a granddaughter had a storm-driven tree split her attic. Sigh.
My two Taurus work very well, better than the S&W and the Springfield. I keep practicing. Maybe that will change.
You guys are right. A basic gun gets the job done. All the rest is fancy.
I once pulled the trigger on a Baretta. Didn't have to fire it. Sweet.
I fondled a 1911 I wanted badly. When I got home I learned that a granddaughter had a storm-driven tree split her attic. Sigh.
My two Taurus work very well, better than the S&W and the Springfield. I keep practicing. Maybe that will change.