{"id":1310,"date":"2023-10-14T18:20:26","date_gmt":"2023-10-14T18:20:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1310"},"modified":"2023-10-14T18:20:26","modified_gmt":"2023-10-14T18:20:26","slug":"the-best-first-gun-hi-point-firearms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1310","title":{"rendered":"The \u201cBest\u201d First Gun \u2014 Hi-Point Firearms"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>It\u2019s estimated that in the U.S., over 12 million guns were purchased from January through July of 2020. That includes almost\u00a0<strong>5 million first-time gun owners!<\/strong>\u00a0If you are a first-time gun buyer, welcome to an enthusiastic group of target shooters, hunters, and self-defense minded citizens. Whatever you reason for buying your first gun, you\u2019ll be in good company.<em\/><\/p>\n<h2>What should I buy as my first gun?<\/h2>\n<p><em>\u201cWhat should I buy as my first gun?\u201d <\/em>That\u2019s a question I get a lot, and I\u2019ll bet many of you do too. What\u2019s your go-to answer? I am sure there are plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/search.php?search_query=SIG%20365\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SIG 365<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/search.php?search_query=Springfield%20Hellcat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Springfield Hellcat<\/a>, Glock 19, and other proven choices. Likewise, there will be plenty of recommendations for a particular caliber over a platform i.e., .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&amp;W, .45 ACP, 10mm\u2026<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting the Hi-Point C9 9mm over the hood of a truck\" class=\"wp-image-85591 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hi-Point-C9-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hi-Point-C9-2.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hi-Point-C9-2.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hi-Point-C9-2.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hi-Point-C9-2.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting the Hi-Point C9 9mm over the hood of a truck\" class=\"wp-image-85591\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hi-Point-C9-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hi-Point-C9-2.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Hi-Point-C9-2.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Firing over cover, the pistol performed well. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>I got to thinking about it. While all of those are valid choices and great guns, are they really what most gun buyers choose for their gun? Maybe. To be honest, if you ask any major gun retailer (and many local shops) new shooter\u2019s do not buy the best gun as their first gun. Instead, they shop by price \u2014 the lowest price.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>It makes some sense. Should a new driver learn to drive in a Ferrari? Would you recommend a $350 fishing rod with a baitcast reel to teach someone to fish or the $35 Zebco combo? On the other hand, the fact that you\u2019re unlikely to be depending on a fishing rod to defend your life is a valid point.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>So, what should you pick or recommend as a first handgun? To be honest, the gun you have in your hand is better than wagging your finger at a bad guy and hoping they go away. There are a lot of price-point guns that are reliable and will more than get the job done, but there are a few factors to consider before running out and making a purchase.<\/p>\n<h2>Choosing Your First Gun<\/h2>\n<p>First, do you plan on buying the gun and keeping it in your home for self-defense, for concealed carry, target shooting, or a combination of all three? There are features on different guns that are favored for one discipline over the others.<\/p>\n<p>I cannot argue that top tier manufacturers such as Springfield, SIG Sauer, Smith and Wesson, and a host of others are all great choices. However, in my experience, I\u2019ve found that new shooters and first-time buyers select a gun more for price than function, and that\u2019s not an all bad idea. Before driving a car for the first time you may have been fawning over certain models (muscle car, luxury model etc.) for years, but that was strictly for looks, peer pressure, and marketing jibber-jabber. But, how much first-hand knowledge did you have with any of those cars before jumping behind the wheel for the first time?<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"393\" alt=\"Nighthawk 6-inch Echelon 1911\" class=\"wp-image-41416 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?resize=1024%2C629&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?resize=300%2C184&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?resize=768%2C472&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?resize=1266%2C777&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?resize=640%2C393&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?resize=640%2C393&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Nighthawk 6-inch Echelon 1911\" class=\"wp-image-41416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?resize=1024%2C629&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?resize=300%2C184&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?resize=768%2C472&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?resize=1266%2C777&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/SHB0118_HND14.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Guns such as the Nighthawk 6-inch Echelon 1911 are absolutely at the front of the pack. However,  looks, style, machining, and accuracy-enhancing features come at cost. Most first time gun buyers would not be able to shoot well enough to take advantage of all of the upgrades right away, but if you have the budget\u2026 <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Why Choose a Hi-Point?<\/h2>\n<p>Read the internet forums, or listen to shooters at the range, and you\u2019ll find your share of haters. What you won\u2019t find are many of the haters that have hands on experience with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/search.php?search_query=Hi-Point\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hi-Point<\/a>. Like I said, for hundreds of thousands of shooters, the Hi-Point was their first gun. As for reputation, new shooters make often make two mistakes that cause a malfunction from a semi-automatic handgun. First, they fail to achieve a firm grip. The error is called \u2018limp wristing\u2019 and will cause a failure to eject or failure to feed malfunction.<\/p>\n<p>Second, a proper two-handed grip for a semi-auto has both thumbs pointing forward. A semi-auto blowback system uses the gases created from the cartridge being fired to propel the slide backward against the springs. The energy of the springs being compressed then pushes the slide forward loading the next cartridge.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"445\" alt=\"Pair of Caucasian man's hands demonstrating the right grip for a black 1911, barrel pointed to the left on a light gray background\" class=\"wp-image-18096 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/1911Grip-4.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/1911Grip-4.jpg?resize=300%2C209&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/1911Grip-4.jpg?resize=768%2C534&amp;ssl=1 768w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/1911Grip-4.jpg?resize=640%2C445&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/1911Grip-4.jpg?resize=640%2C445&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Pair of Caucasian man's hands demonstrating the right grip for a black 1911, barrel pointed to the left on a light gray background\" class=\"wp-image-18096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/1911Grip-4.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/1911Grip-4.jpg?resize=300%2C209&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/1911Grip-4.jpg?resize=768%2C534&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>A hybrid of the \u201cThumbs-Forward\u201d and \u201cThumbs-Up\u201d grip on a 1911 handgun. Note that there is a gap where the slide lock lever is.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>New shooter\u2019s often get a thumb too high on the slide causing it to drag, which in turn causes a failure to eject or failure to chamber a new round. The manufacturer\u2019s reputation takes the blame, but it was the shooter who caused the problem. The moral of the story is \u2018buying a new gun is not enough. Get some training too.\u2019<\/p>\n<h2>Handguns<\/h2>\n<p>One of the most popular handgun brands sold today is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/search.php?search_query=Hi-Point%20handgun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hi-Point<\/a>. You can get into a Hi-Point C9 or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/search.php?search_query=yeet%20cannon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yeet Cannon<\/a>, for about $180, cheaper when on sale.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"487\" alt=\"Hi-Point C9 Yeet Cannon, left profile\" class=\"wp-image-91139 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Yeet-Cannon.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Yeet-Cannon.jpg?resize=300%2C228&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Yeet-Cannon.jpg?resize=150%2C114&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Yeet-Cannon.jpg?resize=640%2C487&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"487\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Yeet-Cannon.jpg?resize=640%2C487&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Hi-Point C9 Yeet Cannon, left profile\" class=\"wp-image-91139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Yeet-Cannon.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Yeet-Cannon.jpg?resize=300%2C228&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Yeet-Cannon.jpg?resize=150%2C114&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>THe Hi-Point Yeet Cannon is an upgraded C9 that is worth more than the few extra dollars.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Hi-Point YC9 and Yeet Cannon<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Threaded 1\/2 x 28 barrel<\/li>\n<li>+P ammunition rated<\/li>\n<li>High-impact polymer frame<\/li>\n<li>High-impact grips<\/li>\n<li>Aggressively-styled slide design and serrations<\/li>\n<li>3-dot, fully adjustable sights<\/li>\n<li>Free extra rear peep sight<\/li>\n<li>Last round lock open<\/li>\n<li>Free trigger lock<\/li>\n<li>Magazine disconnect safety<\/li>\n<li>Quick on-off manual safety<\/li>\n<li>Lifetime warranty<\/li>\n<li>1913 accessory rail<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Hi-Point is far from a SIG or Glock, but it will serve just fine as a first gun. Given the cost, every member of your family could own a Hi-Point for the cost of a high-end SIG or Springfield. Hi-Point handguns are offered in .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&amp;W, .45 ACP, and 10mm.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"479\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91144 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Hi-Point-C9-Pink-Sparkle.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Hi-Point-C9-Pink-Sparkle.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Hi-Point-C9-Pink-Sparkle.jpg?resize=150%2C112&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Hi-Point-C9-Pink-Sparkle.jpg?resize=640%2C479&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Hi-Point-C9-Pink-Sparkle.jpg?resize=640%2C479&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91144\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Hi-Point-C9-Pink-Sparkle.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Hi-Point-C9-Pink-Sparkle.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Hi-Point-C9-Pink-Sparkle.jpg?resize=150%2C112&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Just because it does not bust the budget does not mean it can\u2019t have a little bling to it. Want something a little flashier, check out Hi-Point\u2019s Sparkle series.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Home Defense \u2014 Carbines<\/h2>\n<p>At times, you may want more than a handgun for home defense or predator control around the ranch. While Hi-Point\u2019s handguns have suffered from a meme or two, its carbines are another story. Available in .380 ACP, 30 Super Carry, 9mm, .40 S&amp;W, .45 ACP, and 10mm, Hi-Point is sure to have a carbine that not only fits your budget, but the firepower you desire as well. Best of all, if you get a pistol and carbine in the same caliber, they use the same magazines.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"576\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Hi-Point 995 9mm carbine on a wooden palate\" class=\"wp-image-80908 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?w=576&amp;ssl=1 576w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=414%2C414&amp;ssl=1 414w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=388%2C388&amp;ssl=1 388w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=576%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"576\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=576%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Hi-Point 995 9mm carbine on a wooden palate\" class=\"wp-image-80908\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?w=576&amp;ssl=1 576w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=414%2C414&amp;ssl=1 414w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=388%2C388&amp;ssl=1 388w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hi-Point-995-PCC-2.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The author had no issues with JHP or FMJ rounds, even a few remanufactured rounds went through the gun just fine. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>You don\u2019t have shoot the most expensive or most popular gun to have a reliable gun. I own custom handguns that start at about $3,000 and work their way up from there. To be honest, they are the ones I carry most too. They are reliable, accurate, lightweight, and smooth with great triggers. However, open my safe and you\u2019ll also find more than one Hi-Point gun as well. I did not start with a high-priced gun, and have <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/cheap-guns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">written<\/a> more than once about my affinity for \u201ccheap\u201d guns.<\/p>\n<h4>Have you fired a Hi-Point pistol or carbine? Which caliber do you prefer for concealed carry or home defense? 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