Hi-Point C9 9mm question
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Hi-Point C9 9mm question
So I just purchased the "ugly gun", the Hi-point c9 9mm.
Don't laugh, cm'on... it still goes bang, bang...
Now, the instructions have a note (yes, I read the instructions) to use jacketed bullets only.
Any of you have experience with this gun and lead only bullets?
I'm sure that it will work just fine, but there may some do's and don'ts, specific powder loads to stay away or a sweat spots for the lead bullet.
Thanks.
Don't laugh, cm'on... it still goes bang, bang...
Now, the instructions have a note (yes, I read the instructions) to use jacketed bullets only.
Any of you have experience with this gun and lead only bullets?
I'm sure that it will work just fine, but there may some do's and don'ts, specific powder loads to stay away or a sweat spots for the lead bullet.
Thanks.
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Re: Hi-Point C9 9mm question
I think a lot of manufacturers say no reloads or it voids warranty, or no lead rounds. Start with low level safe loads, and watch for pressure signs. Keep an eye on you barrel for excessive fouling. Baby steps Hipoints are ugly but can perform. Only down sides are, no high capacity mags, lack of upgrades, and bulky or ugly design.
However they are reliable and accurate and a warranty I wish every gun maker followed.
However they are reliable and accurate and a warranty I wish every gun maker followed.
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Re: Hi-Point C9 9mm question
Thanks akuser47.
Lifetime warranty could go a long way... I simply could not resist the $152 price tag on sale at Dunham last week. 8-rds mag is sufficient for my needs, for now.
My plan is to use low to medium loads on lead cast bullets with plenty of lube in the lube grooves (pan lubbing).
Lifetime warranty could go a long way... I simply could not resist the $152 price tag on sale at Dunham last week. 8-rds mag is sufficient for my needs, for now.
My plan is to use low to medium loads on lead cast bullets with plenty of lube in the lube grooves (pan lubbing).
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Re: Hi-Point C9 9mm question
Off hand, I can't think of a reason not to load lead bullets in your Hi-Point. (Unless the rifling is polygonal, and straight blow-back has anything to do with lead bullets). I shoot a lot of lead bullets in my 3, 9mms (one Ruger, 1 FMK, and one Norinco Tokerev) mostly my cast Lee 125 gr. RNFP. I'd suggest a copy of Lyman's Cast Bullet Handbook, and checking out info. here; http://castboolits.gunloads.com/forum.php
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Re: Hi-Point C9 9mm question
All good advice. I have the book and the mold. I made my wife read her P95 book and she balked at hand loads even though I haven't loaded any cast for it yet. I told her that's to protect Ruger from someone that makes a mistake on the reloading bench.
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Re: Hi-Point C9 9mm question
You may have to fiddle with OAL or nose shape and it may depend on the path through the action, tool marks etc. Slug the bore and go 0.001 over bore and have fun.
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Re: Hi-Point C9 9mm question
I know of one pistol (a Glock) that blowed the slide in half with about 200 rounds of ((soft lead)) bullets though it in a contest. Sent the guy to the hospital. My source for info is a retired military instructor.mikld wrote:Off hand, I can't think of a reason not to load lead bullets in your Hi-Point. [hr](Unless the rifling is polygonal, and straight blow-back has anything to do with lead bullets). I shoot a lot of lead bullets in my 3, 9mms (one Ruger, 1 FMK, and one Norinco Tokerev) mostly my cast Lee 125 gr. RNFP. I'd suggest a copy of Lyman's Cast Bullet Handbook, and checking out info. here; http://castboolits.gunloads.com/forum.php
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Re: Hi-Point C9 9mm question
I use the lee 358-125-RF powder coated and sized to .357 in mine. It works great.
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Re: Hi-Point C9 9mm question
Why not use plated or jacketed bullets. I use Frontier CMJ 124 gr for my 9mm and cost for 1000pc is the same as 1000pc of .38 spec 158 gr.lead semi wad cutters or lead round nose
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Re: Hi-Point C9 9mm question
That is simple, I cast my own. Have lead for free from the range scrap, just need a bit elbow grease.
Also, I just love casting my own bullets.
Also, I just love casting my own bullets.