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    Hi Point Carbine - Are they worth $230?

    Saw a Hi Point 9mm carbine in a local gun shop ad for $230. Is it worth the money? It won't be for HD or anything where a life depends on it, and I don't expect it to perform like my DD. Just for throwing rounds down range. I have never shot one, so I thought I would see if anyone else had any thougths on it. Thanks.

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    Quote Originally Posted by DDXV View Post
    Saw a Hi Point 9mm carbine in a local gun shop ad for $230. Is it worth the money? It won't be for HD or anything where a life depends on it, and I don't expect it to perform like my DD. Just for throwing rounds down range. I have never shot one, so I thought I would see if anyone else had any thougths on it. Thanks.
    No, they suck. Don't ever buy any of their guns.



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    I figured as much, but thought maybe by some odd chance they would be ok.

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    Save the $230 and buy ammo or put it towards a reputable training course.
    Last edited by GermanSynergy; 10-28-10 at 19:30.
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    Good advise given. $230 could go much further and be so much more beneficial. $ towards a training course is a great suggestion. Besides, the ergos, construction, and reliability of the said firearm are all substandard. How is your carbine outfitted? If you're lacking a white light, there's an investment... if you're lacking an optic, look there next.
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    HP

    I've had 18 High Points go through the concealed carry class over the last few years. Or since I started keeping score with regard to this gun. Out of the 18 guns, 16 didn't make it through 40 rounds without malfunction. One fired 1 round and never fired again no mater what was done to it.
    Now two made it through 48 rounds without a malfunction so I guess that's a good thing.
    They stand by the gun for LIFE. but that may not be for that long of a time if you know what I mean.

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    If you're interested in a pistol caliber inexpensive carbine, why not try a Kel-tec? I don't own one, but have seen people shoot them, and know folks who are pretty serious about their guns swear by them.

    Though I am going to stick with my ARs, they do appear to be an alternative.

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    I'm with G-Synergy.
    I wouldn't take a H-Point if it was a gift.

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    No, they are total crap.

    If you are gunless put that money toward a decent shotgun.

    Personally, I think the best cheap blaster you can buy is an M-11 MAC type carbine. If you are the least bit mechanically inclined you can build the frame from one of several types of flats and kits.

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    Quote Originally Posted by C4IGrant View Post
    No, they suck. Don't ever buy any of their guns.



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    Should have locked and stickied the thread right there.

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