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wild_wild_wes
10-15-07, 17:42
I have a USP .45 fullsize and I'd like to get a smaller one in 9mm. Is there any reason to pick the newer P2000 over the USP Compact?

I won't be CCWing it or using it in any capacity other than fun stuff at the range (I hope).

I tried the P2000sk (just handled it, no firing), but the short grip did not feel right.
D-gin
10-15-07, 19:09
I picked a P2000 over a 9mm USPc just because of the grip, I like the feel of the P2000 a bit more then I did the USPc.



Both are great guns and I don;t think you could go wrong with either but IMHO it comes down to personal preference.
billybronco
10-15-07, 19:28
IMO , the USP Compact has without a doubt, the best ergonomics and most comfortable fit of any pistol on the market today. Even now with all of the newer designs coming out. The P2000 is comfortable; however, lacks the good, chunky feel of the Compact. Also, I've never been too big on being confined to one mode of fire, S/A - D/A. I enjoy the "cocked and locked" capability that the USP series offers as well as the ability to decock at my disposal. Plus, look on the bright side, you'll save some $$$ with the Compact, as well.......
mpardun
10-15-07, 21:11
Much better than USP ergonomically...Personallly, I am waiting for the HK45, if 9mm is your bag, than this the your pistola!
wild_wild_wes
10-15-07, 21:29
The USP C and P2000 use the same mags, right? So the grip ergos should be the same?

I liked the idea of HK45, until I saw the "Spiderman" grips...
D-gin
10-15-07, 22:07
The USP C and P2000 use the same mags, right? So the grip ergos should be the same?

Yes, The 40 and 9mm USPc use the same magazines as the P2000.
UPSguy
10-16-07, 03:12
The USP C and P2000 use the same mags, right? So the grip ergos should be the same?

They use the same mags but the ergonomics aren't even close.
MH64
10-16-07, 04:39
Have owned both in 9mm. The P2000 by far feels much better in my hand compared to the USPc.
However, thats why Baskin-Robbins has over 31 flavors. Try both and see what you think.
LDM
10-16-07, 07:03
I have had a 9mm P2000, LEM version with the spring kit that lightens trigger pull to about 5 pounds for several months now. Very, VERY happy with it. The interchangeable backstrap was also important to me; most ergo pistol I have ever owned. This from a 1911-aholic.
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