Hi-Point 9mm Carbine?

[Bethesda John]

Does anyone have any experience with a Hi-Point 9mm Carbine? I'm thinking about picking one up but haven't had the chance to handle the gun. At +/-$250 they seem to be an affordable plinker with a lifetime warranty. The Beretta CX4 and Kel-Tec Sub 2000 are other 9mm cabines on the market but cost a whole lot more and the Colt 9mm on the AR platform is out of the question. I'm assuming there may be a few available at the late July Dulles show.

 

[alucard0822]

They are rough, have snappy recoil, no reliable mags over 10 rds, but fairly accurate and reliable.

I would highly suggest the ATI stock, as the factory stock is incredibly flimsy.

 

[zoostation]

Mine works great, I love it. The aftermarket ATI stock makes all the difference in the world though. Only downer is the ten round mag, but that's really not that big a deal.

 

[Bethesda John]

Is swapping stocks a do-it-yourself project or a gunsmith operation?

 

[zoostation]

DIY, 30 minutes on a bad day.

 

[bean93x]

i'd go with the kel tec 2000 since it has a foldable stock :tumbsup:

a local shop had one and it felt alright. but havent seen the hi points

 

[novus collectus]

Wow, weren't the carbines going for less than $200 just a few years ago?

 

[bean93x]

Wow, weren't the carbines going for less than $200 just a few years ago?

HA i copletley left out the price out, they were selling it for i believe $189

 

[Redneck]

Save you money for the CX4, you will be much happier, trust me.

 

[Jaybeez]

You can find the carbines for around 125 online.

 

[Mdman]

hi points are junk

yes i owned one

save your money

 

[novus collectus]

hi points are junk

yes i owned one

save your money

I hear that a lot.....but I also hear the opposite from the more recent owners.

Yes, there is a huge possibility to get a lemon.....but each lemon will be replaced when you ask.

 

[Maryland Hunter]

I shot one that belonged to a friend, and decided that I need one. It's rough and utilitarian, but durable, very accurate and a lot of fun. I haven't picked one up yet, but it's on my list. Right next to the Ruger LCP. And the Mark III. And a .35 Rem Marlin. And......

MH

 

[mch28]

Are they cash and carry? A friend is looking for one too.

 

[rob b]

I bought one a few years ago for 179.99 I forget where it came from
it was a pretty accurate gun the sights are ok mine didnt like reloaded ammo
a good little plinker or camp gun I dont think it was really heavy either
I bought it because it was cheap and a potent little rifle

 

[Jimbob2.0]

I would say get the Keltec it is a little cheap plastic'ish" but the ability to use Glock mags in the right model is priceless.

 

[Bethesda John]

Thanks for all the info. I'll probably hold off until I can handle a few of the options that are available before picking one.

 

[wlc]

Save you money for the CX4, you will be much happier, trust me.

Ditto!

 

[Phoronus]

How much do the Kel-Tecs and CX4's run? Also do they make the CX4 in .40?

 

[Redneck]

How much do the Kel-Tecs and CX4's run? Also do they make the CX4 in .40?

You can pick up CX4's now for between $500 and $800, depends on caliber, new/used, and the accessories included. I have the 40 S&W converted to shoot PX4 mags instead of the 92 mags. I have both the carbine and pistol Storms and can't say enough about them. They do make the CX4 in 9mm, 40 S&W, and 45 Auto.