I had been so focused on finding a new P30, I never even knew the USP existed (compact or otherwise), until I saw it listed online at one of my local gun shops. After watching every UA-cam video review I could find (including this one), I decided to buy it - overpriced at $1,019 but I have no buyer's remorse. It feels much better in my hand than the P30 or VP9, even with their multitude of replaceable grip side panels and backstraps. And it feels like it has more of that inherent 1990's build quality than the 21st century designs (so far).
The USPc also can run the VP9 mags so it's a great buy. They make Trijicon HD's and rail adapters for it. Finding the holster is the tricky part. But the USPc is a micro tank. It's great. Also very solid concealed carry piece.
Now that we are coming into 2022 and you are (currently) down to 4x 9mm pistols, would love to see a comparison on the 3 generations of hammer fire Hk 9mm pistols. Favorite trigger, version of a given platform (USP/c, p2000/sk, p30/l/sk). And of course your favorite overall and why. Could be a fun mental excercise as you have definitely experienced all of these.
I got this gun in 45, very dependable, I call it mr. reliable. I got my first HK after watching your HK45 vid when you were N M. I now have five HKs. I know Noir loves this gun. I also sold 3 of my HKs when my Wilson came in and needed fast cash. And now Im trying to buy those guns back but owner wont sell them.
I picked one up for 550. Crazy the guy who owned it was his first pistol and he said that he wanted to get a 1911 and couldn't justify owning 2 pistols??? I literally said "what does that mean?". My gain. Absolutely no war on the pistol probably less then 150 rounds through it.
i have it in 40. im sorry but the only 40 cal pistil i would carry is the usp series. because hk actually developed the weapon around the 40. but i have the full size and compact
i put the HK USP 9mm variant 1 on lay away last week pending my original birth. I'm left handed, would it be worth my time to request Variant 2 model that is for left handed. There where no other variants in stock at the time
I recently fell back in love with my USPc .45. I would like one in 9mm but can’t find them very often. How would you compare the USPc to the P30 (both in 9mm). Which would you prefer between the two?
I have a soft spot for the USPc and if CC signature is the most important for you, then the USPc. But overall I like everything the P30 is/offers. The trigger is the only detractor for the P30 series, but over time it smooths out and you get endured to it. One of my carry guns is the P30 V3 9mm. That's what I would go with, unless you need the smallest possible package without going sub compact.
@@navyman8903 Agreed. I have the P30L, P30 and P30sk all in LEM with the gray guns short reset. Even still, the trigger is not the best. My USPc .45 has LEM too, but it feels a bit better than the p30. I still love the p30. Probably within my top 3 that I own.
@@fearnonebutone4977 There's just something about the P30 that feels more like a fighting gun and draws faster/more confidently. It also doesn't fight me at all when I shoot it, I just draw and get to work.
Good review. I have a P30(love it!) and just scored a USPc 9. Can't wait to shoot it! I've a number of USPs down through the years, but never a compact, and never a 9mm. Should be fun.
The USPc is the only HK I've ever had that didn't really work out for me. I had two of them, one in 9mm and one in .40 S&W. Well made, totally reliable, etc but for whatever reason I just couldn't shoot them well. Sure, if I really focused and slowed down I could get reasonable groups but it never came easily for me with the USPc. Probably it just didn't quite fit my hand. The USPf9, VP9, P30, P30L, USP45 Tactical and the P2000...all of those guns are very easy for me to shoot well. The last one, the P2000, is basically the same size (even uses the same mag) but the ergos are totally different [note- I run the larger backstrap]. It's really a shame, the USPc is a great gun. It has all the trigger options, too, unlike the P2000 which has no option to run C1/cocked-and-locked. Really wanted to like the USPc but it didn't work for me. But it's a fantastic choice if it fits your hand.
That's interesting, the exact same thing happened to me with the P30SK. Reliable, well made, and other people could shoot it accurately. For whatever reason I just couldn't connect with it. I bought a USPc in 45 and I shoot it better than any other pistol I own. Sometimes it's not the gun, it's just an inexplicable x factor.
Jason Wall Did you try different back strap/side panel combinations? I prefer sm/sm on my P30SK V1. With my P30L V3 I prefer med/sm. With that combination it reminds me of my P226.
Always have wanted one of those USPCs. Found a great deal on a P2000, LEM, Trijicon HDs, HK45c mag release. It was used like yours meaning can't tell for $549.00.
That's a solid price I think. If it's something you're looking to get into, with the HD's on top of it, I'd definitely pick it up if you haven't already.
Yes, I already did buy it about a month ago. The salesman told me P2000s are out of favor and the pricing has come down to Glock pricing. I've only put 100rds through it and trying to learn the LEM trigger system. I kept short stroking the reset during rapid fire however, I think I'll learn it better.
I had that issue for a while with my P30 series. That reset is a killer, but when I ran it exclusively, my brain and finger caught up. So it didn't happen hardly ever and I began to run it quickly. The LEM helps for sure.
Did yours come with the spurred hammer or did you switch it out? I see USP compacts with both hammers. Wasn't sure if it was specific to the trigger variant...
Ive been wanting a USPc in 40 but i'll take it in 9 too since I'm depending on finding it on the used market. I wish I could find a V3 instead of a V1 though.
CLplusP If you can't find the variant you want, buy what is available; you can find the other variants' levers (or lack thereof) and associated internals online and either replace them yourself, or have an armorer do it for you. Swapped mine over from left-side with safety to right-side, decock only.
There both superb pistols, I have the P226 navy, the full size version of the P229, as well as the USP compact, both in 9mm, I love them both equally! I'm now considering to get either a USP or a P2000 in. 40, cause its the round the USP was originally designed for
+DevilDolphin just curious. in comparsion to felt recoil how does this compare to the vp9? i had a p30ls and agree it shot very softly but i feel that th vp9 has more felt recoil than hinestly any other 9mm i have or have had. i dont care though because i love vp. im only asking as the compact usp has been nagging at me for a couple years now and im not sure i wanna buy one even though the usp series is by far and away my favorite hk design.
@@navyman8903 Thank You For Responding. I New To The H&K World. I Have 2 USP Compacts One 45 And One 9mm. Both Have Bobbed Hammers. Maybe I'll Switch One. I'll Look To See If There's Any Advantage To Having A Regular Hammer. Or Maybe You Might Have Some Input.
1. Hey, I’m a southpaw and JUST started inducing FTFs in this bc I’m pressing up on the slide lock with my trigger finger (somehow). Trying to reduce muzzle flip with this tight grip. Any advice? 2. Any VERY concealable AWIB rigs for this thing you recommend? Thanks!
I have some 147's I've been saving for when I get a can for the MK25. I think I'll run 100 through it and see how she does. I know the 147's give a 9mm the 45 feel. Which I like. So I'll let everyone know how it goes when I do the 1,000 round update.
The P30sk is definitely the giant killer. It defies all logic, science, and established trains of thought for sure. It shouldn't shoot as well as it does, but it just gets it done somehow. Love my P30sk.
+DevilDolphin I just wish the USP had a 1913. But.... It is what it is. Trying to get another vp9. When I saw the torture test... You know who I'm talking about. I was very disappointed and sold it. Months later, came across another channel that did a legit torture test in Washington. Now I want one again. Life indeed hahaha.
The grip texture is my chief complaint with the HK45. If it had more aggressive texture, it would be the compact 45acp pistol to beat. For me it's the only compact 45acp I'll run, but it has room for improvement in the grip texture for sure.
Not really, but you will feel the push more. I also ran a mixture of 165gr and 180gr 40 when I had mine in the past. But that was admittedly a long time ago. I would opt for a fullsize P30L or USP 40 if you wanted to give 40 a shot.
If it is a new shooter, or someone getting their first HK, I'd say DA/SA. It's a good standard that is relatable. For an advanced shooter, or someone with HK's already, then the Light LEM is awesome.
i have this in 40 and its actually not bad....wish i had it in 9 and 45 instead. id give up my glock 19 and some cash and would have my ideal pair. if i could do it over right? i dont even mind keeping the 40 LOL, i shoot it good enough and good ammo is reasonably priced these days!
cdnn has pretty good deals on mags but i think the 9mm is boringly superior. i recently sold mine for $700 LOL but jokes on me because even though im holding onto that money i still havent bought a vp9 or p30sk
jacob manalang I wish I could own a vp9 but we are not allowed to have it here in California. There is a list of guns that has been deemed "safe" here in California and the vp9 isn't one of them.
I own all three of these pistols that you mentioned and each one is outstanding. What you are going to do with your first pistol should dictate your choice. For example, if you are going to CCW then I would suggest the Hk because it will be lighter and more comfortable, but limited ammo capacity. If you want something for home security, the I would recommend the Sig 226 or 229, higher capacity and size is not an issue However, the best recommendation to you is to borrow or rent all three and go out and shoot them. Then you decide which one you like the best.
UltimateEnd0 HK ALL THE WAY. It is a TANK; will not fail you; is extremely accurate; has a great trigger, IMHO; has an awesome feel in your hand (great for unholstering and getting on target efficiently); and is SIGNIFICANTLY more concealable than the SIGs. One last note: with SIG's currently abominable QC, when it comes to buying a GTWG, I wouldn't consider them. Think of the USPc as the Teutonic hammer of Thor!!
nice video as usual bro. really enjoy your content. BTW have you shot the P2000 at all? from what i can tell it's pretty much a USPc with some slight improvements such as backstrap and universal rail. i absolutely love my P2000. shoots like a dream.
Well I carry my VP9, but honestly my carry gun when I first started out at 21 years old was a USPc. The USPc is a perfect carry size and weight. It also offers you quite a bit of capacity with the VP9 mags. If you're asking which of the two is a better carry gun, it's the USPc, but I tend to prefer full size guns anyway, I used to carry a USP45 and HK45 when I was younger and dumber. So the VP9 is my preferred 9mm all the way around. Ultimately which platform of the two that I would choose.
You could also get a P2000, it was made as an update of the USP compact, it has some different features and the ergonomics is slightly different, maybe you would enjoy it I have the USP compact in 9mm myself, I have held and shot briefly the P2000, they're both amazing so you can't go wrong with either!
Hey.....wait a minute...my hammer is circumcised, and its wearing a rubber. LOL I didn't know that they came with the full hammer, or did you modify yours?
John - you can maintain a good grip with your thumb and three fingers. The USP and 1911 and Beretta designs have nice long slide stops. Also, the P220 family decocker falls there easily, but we only decock when we’re NOT under stress.
+Jonathan Frost sig srt triggers are pretty awesome. I have 5 sigs and they are great. But I struggle to get past the fact they make rainbow and tribal guns and 50 variations of each.
I will say, Sig has fallen off hard. The P226/229/228 are the only guns I'd run. I know Wolvee likes the 1911's too, I might give one a chance in like...10 years but, for me a Sig has to be a DA/SA 9mm or an X5 or X6 in 9mm. I hate almost all of the new sigs except the models I've listed. I do like the new P320 enough to have rented it twice, but the jury is out on if I'll own one ever. The P226 9mm Legion is on my short list.
+DevilDolphin all my current sigs have been perfect. We had a 229 dark elite the sights kept coming loose on, but functioned fine. They're great guns, just not crazy about their business model. But I guess you gotta sell guns, so, whatever. Hks just do something special for me:)
when gun folks talk guns they tend to forget that not everyone knows a ton about guns..when you say m11 you should refer to the civilian version of that.. not everyone knows what the m11 is and the tlr3..
I can kinda see what you are saying, but what is a non civilian version of an M11. Since we are talking about pistols I thought of something by sig. I knew it was some variant of a 226. I thought it was the P228.....actually after googling year I was on track its the 228 similar to the 229. I seriously doubted he was talking about a mac11. On the other hand I don't think anyone not into guns will be looking at a USP. TLR3 is a flashlight by streamlight he did mention that it was a flashlight.
I don't need a red dot that's why i go to the range. From 10 yards away I got you. Learn to shoot. I got lots of USP compacts and full size including the Expert.
I wanted to get on that group buy, but I just can't support it at the moment. I've got to get an SP5K, along with an MR762, and the VP9 FDE's. I've also got to get a SCAR17, and stop going to cabelas on HK rescue runs. I can't wait to shoot that SD I picked up. I'll make sure to blame you heavily during the review.
+DevilDolphin rescue runs I like that. I do the same at my Gander Mountain the used gun manager calls me whenever I lost HK comes in so far that has resulted this year and a p7 stainless and 13 and HK91 irescue Siberian Huskies as well at 5 of those and a safe full of HKs I think I'm done right now
Man,you are handling loaded gun,cocked with safety off, you're professional,meaning you use guns at "work"... I believe you know what you doing but UA-cam "comies" and other keyboard commandos could report you or give you a "fine ticket"! Just heads up man!! Keep up with great videos,best HK channel on UA-cam btw...
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Love the spur hammer on the compact.
Solid Snake said it best
Otacon: Snake. You found a handgun.
Snake: MMhmm, a decent one. USP.
I had been so focused on finding a new P30, I never even knew the USP existed (compact or otherwise), until I saw it listed online at one of my local gun shops. After watching every UA-cam video review I could find (including this one), I decided to buy it - overpriced at $1,019 but I have no buyer's remorse. It feels much better in my hand than the P30 or VP9, even with their multitude of replaceable grip side panels and backstraps. And it feels like it has more of that inherent 1990's build quality than the 21st century designs (so far).
The USPc also can run the VP9 mags so it's a great buy. They make Trijicon HD's and rail adapters for it. Finding the holster is the tricky part. But the USPc is a micro tank. It's great. Also very solid concealed carry piece.
Same! I just got one brand 👋 spankin new for $950, i have to add the ambi safety and night sights, but you are right.. 0 buyer’s remorse. 😂
Had both the P30SK and VP9Sk and traded both off. Just got the UPS compact and love it. Pocket carry. Also have the P2000sk
Live in a cave?
Now that we are coming into 2022 and you are (currently) down to 4x 9mm pistols, would love to see a comparison on the 3 generations of hammer fire Hk 9mm pistols. Favorite trigger, version of a given platform (USP/c, p2000/sk, p30/l/sk). And of course your favorite overall and why. Could be a fun mental excercise as you have definitely experienced all of these.
Might give that a shot.
I got this gun in 45, very dependable, I call it mr. reliable. I got my first HK after watching your HK45 vid when you were N M. I now have five HKs. I know Noir loves this gun. I also sold 3 of my HKs when my Wilson came in and needed fast cash. And now Im trying to buy those guns back but owner wont sell them.
Just bought one of these in LEM. I love it
Blood diamond reference
It would be nice to see a comparison between the M11 and the USP 9c. Since they compete directly against one another and are so similar.
Great review. Thanks for going over what the AA date was, I wasn't aware of that was the manufacturing date.
Thanks and happy I could help.
I had one back in the early 2k’s. It was in .40 cal but didn’t have a spurred hammer. Wish I still had it.
They're great little guns.
Just picked up a brand new USP 9c never fired for 615. Guy was desperate and I feel kinda bad, but can't pass up a deal like that.
I picked one up for 550. Crazy the guy who owned it was his first pistol and he said that he wanted to get a 1911 and couldn't justify owning 2 pistols??? I literally said "what does that mean?". My gain. Absolutely no war on the pistol probably less then 150 rounds through it.
Really great review. You have a very pleasant speaking voice, clear and precise. thank you
Do the full size 9mm mags fit in the compact?
Lol nvm I watched the rest
i have it in 40. im sorry but the only 40 cal pistil i would carry is the usp series. because hk actually developed the weapon around the 40. but i have the full size and compact
i have the compact in 40 and it shoots well! shit theres days where i bench my glock 19 cuz i just want to carry the hk.
i put the HK USP 9mm variant 1 on lay away last week pending my original birth. I'm left handed, would it be worth my time to request Variant 2 model that is for left handed. There where no other variants in stock at the time
"Oh mah Gahd.....Amurica" XD I died.
Awesome review man! Huge fan of the USP Compact 9.
Thanks for the kind words, I appreciate it.
I recently fell back in love with my USPc .45. I would like one in 9mm but can’t find them very often. How would you compare the USPc to the P30 (both in 9mm). Which would you prefer between the two?
I have a soft spot for the USPc and if CC signature is the most important for you, then the USPc. But overall I like everything the P30 is/offers. The trigger is the only detractor for the P30 series, but over time it smooths out and you get endured to it. One of my carry guns is the P30 V3 9mm. That's what I would go with, unless you need the smallest possible package without going sub compact.
@@navyman8903 Agreed. I have the P30L, P30 and P30sk all in LEM with the gray guns short reset. Even still, the trigger is not the best. My USPc .45 has LEM too, but it feels a bit better than the p30. I still love the p30. Probably within my top 3 that I own.
@@fearnonebutone4977 There's just something about the P30 that feels more like a fighting gun and draws faster/more confidently. It also doesn't fight me at all when I shoot it, I just draw and get to work.
Good review. I have a P30(love it!) and just scored a USPc 9. Can't wait to shoot it! I've a number of USPs down through the years, but never a compact, and never a 9mm. Should be fun.
The USPc is the only HK I've ever had that didn't really work out for me. I had two of them, one in 9mm and one in .40 S&W. Well made, totally reliable, etc but for whatever reason I just couldn't shoot them well. Sure, if I really focused and slowed down I could get reasonable groups but it never came easily for me with the USPc. Probably it just didn't quite fit my hand. The USPf9, VP9, P30, P30L, USP45 Tactical and the P2000...all of those guns are very easy for me to shoot well. The last one, the P2000, is basically the same size (even uses the same mag) but the ergos are totally different [note- I run the larger backstrap]. It's really a shame, the USPc is a great gun. It has all the trigger options, too, unlike the P2000 which has no option to run C1/cocked-and-locked.
Really wanted to like the USPc but it didn't work for me. But it's a fantastic choice if it fits your hand.
That's interesting, the exact same thing happened to me with the P30SK. Reliable, well made, and other people could shoot it accurately. For whatever reason I just couldn't connect with it. I bought a USPc in 45 and I shoot it better than any other pistol I own. Sometimes it's not the gun, it's just an inexplicable x factor.
Jason Wall Did you try different back strap/side panel combinations? I prefer sm/sm on my P30SK V1. With my P30L V3 I prefer med/sm. With that combination it reminds me of my P226.
Always have wanted one of those USPCs. Found a great deal on a P2000, LEM, Trijicon HDs, HK45c mag release. It was used like yours meaning can't tell for $549.00.
That's a solid price I think. If it's something you're looking to get into, with the HD's on top of it, I'd definitely pick it up if you haven't already.
Yes, I already did buy it about a month ago. The salesman told me P2000s are out of favor and the pricing has come down to Glock pricing. I've only put 100rds through it and trying to learn the LEM trigger system. I kept short stroking the reset during rapid fire however, I think I'll learn it better.
I had that issue for a while with my P30 series. That reset is a killer, but when I ran it exclusively, my brain and finger caught up. So it didn't happen hardly ever and I began to run it quickly. The LEM helps for sure.
Did yours come with the spurred hammer or did you switch it out? I see USP compacts with both hammers. Wasn't sure if it was specific to the trigger variant...
Ive been wanting a USPc in 40 but i'll take it in 9 too since I'm depending on finding it on the used market. I wish I could find a V3 instead of a V1 though.
Great job on this video. Subbed!
CLplusP If you can't find the variant you want, buy what is available; you can find the other variants' levers (or lack thereof) and associated internals online and either replace them yourself, or have an armorer do it for you. Swapped mine over from left-side with safety to right-side, decock only.
I have a lot of pistols, including this one, and find this pistol very similar in a lot of ways/features of my Sig P-229
There both superb pistols, I have the P226 navy, the full size version of the P229, as well as the USP compact, both in 9mm, I love them both equally!
I'm now considering to get either a USP or a P2000 in. 40, cause its the round the USP was originally designed for
@@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess recoil in the 229 is slightly softer in 40 than the hk
+DevilDolphin id love for you to do a comparison of this gun to the p2k
+DevilDolphin just curious. in comparsion to felt recoil how does this compare to the vp9? i had a p30ls and agree it shot very softly but i feel that th vp9 has more felt recoil than hinestly any other 9mm i have or have had. i dont care though because i love vp. im only asking as the compact usp has been nagging at me for a couple years now and im not sure i wanna buy one even though the usp series is by far and away my favorite hk design.
Just Out Of Curiosity. Why Does Yours Have A Full Hammer? Mines Has A Bobbed Hammer. Did You Change The Hammer? Or Did It Come That Way?
Some do and some don't. You can change it if you want to.
@@navyman8903 Thank You For Responding. I New To The H&K World. I Have 2 USP Compacts One 45 And One 9mm. Both Have Bobbed Hammers. Maybe I'll Switch One. I'll Look To See If There's Any Advantage To Having A Regular Hammer. Or Maybe You Might Have Some Input.
Hi- I have a full size 45 usp right now, but I shoot the 9c much better and will prob sell it for one.. What is so good about the AA date stamp?
Did you ever switch to Triji HDs? Heard about poi and POA issues. Like 1' difference in offset on the uspc's
Do a video on the sig p228 m11 and compare it to this usp9c!! Please
See what I can do.
Great review , just ordered a used USPC for $250 let’s see how it works out, i plan on upgrading the trigger
That's a steal.
Would you go with this or the P30 SK?
I like a firm grip so P30>USPc>P30sk. Also the USPc gets blood diamond points.
@@navyman8903 thank you for the feedback
Just bought one. Love it
They're great little guns.
1. Hey, I’m a southpaw and JUST started inducing FTFs in this bc I’m pressing up on the slide lock with my trigger finger (somehow). Trying to reduce muzzle flip with this tight grip. Any advice?
2. Any VERY concealable AWIB rigs for this thing you recommend?
Thanks!
Hello, I would recommend JM custom kydex. They made solid quality AIWB holsters for the USP which are hard to find these days
I second that! JMCK is a superb manufacturer.
Can you put a full size 9mm usp slide on the usp compact 9mm? Like you can with m&p's and glocks. Just curious about it.
No
Can you rack the slide in safety
Yes you can.
DevilDolphin What’s the da/sa trigger pull weight
Try some Federal 147 grain fmj the HK compact 9 it will shoot like a dream.
I have some 147's I've been saving for when I get a can for the MK25. I think I'll run 100 through it and see how she does. I know the 147's give a 9mm the 45 feel. Which I like. So I'll let everyone know how it goes when I do the 1,000 round update.
Sounds good, when I was shooting it out of my USP 9 compact I was getting a inch group at 25 feet.
Oh it drops em in there very nicely. No complaints about the accuracy from me ;) Inch at 25 feet is good shooting.
Hk p30sk all day. Just saying. Great review DD. As always. Cheers from Tennessee
The P30sk is definitely the giant killer. It defies all logic, science, and established trains of thought for sure. It shouldn't shoot as well as it does, but it just gets it done somehow. Love my P30sk.
+DevilDolphin I just wish the USP had a 1913. But.... It is what it is. Trying to get another vp9. When I saw the torture test... You know who I'm talking about. I was very disappointed and sold it. Months later, came across another channel that did a legit torture test in Washington. Now I want one again. Life indeed hahaha.
The usp's are absolute tanks. I like the usp45c best but wish it had a pic rail. The hk45c needs the usp grip texture and it would be perfect.
The grip texture is my chief complaint with the HK45. If it had more aggressive texture, it would be the compact 45acp pistol to beat. For me it's the only compact 45acp I'll run, but it has room for improvement in the grip texture for sure.
As a detective, I agree with you 100%.
Recently bought one myself great firearm. Also have usp ct 45 both great shooters!
They are very accurate. I do have a soft spot for HK's and how awesome they are to shoot.
+DevilDolphin I am with you love my Hk 45 suppressed I see more Hk in my future
Which TLR-3 model the 69222 or 692202 fits it
What do you mean it short Stroked? I know what it means when an AR short S, but not an H&K..It malfunctioned in some way? Please explain,
It wasn't a malfunction, it was user error. I didn't allow the trigger to return to the reset position before pressing it again
40 cal will be too uncomfortable?
Not really, but you will feel the push more. I also ran a mixture of 165gr and 180gr 40 when I had mine in the past. But that was admittedly a long time ago. I would opt for a fullsize P30L or USP 40 if you wanted to give 40 a shot.
Nice, held one yesterday, now I want one, or the full size one..
If you were advising someone to buy this pistol would you say to them to buy a Variant 1 DA/SA trigger or the factory LEM? Just curious.
If it is a new shooter, or someone getting their first HK, I'd say DA/SA. It's a good standard that is relatable. For an advanced shooter, or someone with HK's already, then the Light LEM is awesome.
I have had one since the mid to late 90s. I got a couple of Sig P320s but the HK seems to feel better in my hands.
usp compact 9mm vs vp9sk...who would win?
i have this in 40 and its actually not bad....wish i had it in 9 and 45 instead. id give up my glock 19 and some cash and would have my ideal pair. if i could do it over right? i dont even mind keeping the 40 LOL, i shoot it good enough and good ammo is reasonably priced these days!
my uspc is a kg 1996 production gun. grey box even! my sample was immaculate too but i decided to carry it haha
jacob manalang lol. I have that combo and I keep saying I should have gotten the 40. We won't be satisfied until we have all. Lol
cdnn has pretty good deals on mags but i think the 9mm is boringly superior. i recently sold mine for $700 LOL but jokes on me because even though im holding onto that money i still havent bought a vp9 or p30sk
jacob manalang I wish I could own a vp9 but we are not allowed to have it here in California. There is a list of guns that has been deemed "safe" here in California and the vp9 isn't one of them.
just got a hk usp compact .40 as my second gun. Been looking around for some good hoslters (preferably kydex) any recommendations from anybody?
T5 Custom Kydex.
Considering a HK USP/c or Sig 226/229 for my first gun, which one would you recommend?
I own all three of these pistols that you mentioned and each one is outstanding. What you are going to do with your first pistol should dictate your choice. For example, if you are going to CCW then I would suggest the Hk because it will be lighter and more comfortable, but limited ammo capacity. If you want something for home security, the I would recommend the Sig 226 or 229, higher capacity and size is not an issue However, the best recommendation to you is to borrow or rent all three and go out and shoot them. Then you decide which one you like the best.
UltimateEnd0 HK ALL THE WAY. It is a TANK; will not fail you; is extremely accurate; has a great trigger, IMHO; has an awesome feel in your hand (great for unholstering and getting on target efficiently); and is SIGNIFICANTLY more concealable than the SIGs. One last note: with SIG's currently abominable QC, when it comes to buying a GTWG, I wouldn't consider them.
Think of the USPc as the Teutonic hammer of Thor!!
nice video as usual bro. really enjoy your content. BTW have you shot the P2000 at all? from what i can tell it's pretty much a USPc with some slight improvements such as backstrap and universal rail. i absolutely love my P2000. shoots like a dream.
I'll see what I can do. I haven't fired one yet. Only handled both.
Which one would you rather carry usp compact or the vp9?
Well I carry my VP9, but honestly my carry gun when I first started out at 21 years old was a USPc. The USPc is a perfect carry size and weight. It also offers you quite a bit of capacity with the VP9 mags. If you're asking which of the two is a better carry gun, it's the USPc, but I tend to prefer full size guns anyway, I used to carry a USP45 and HK45 when I was younger and dumber. So the VP9 is my preferred 9mm all the way around. Ultimately which platform of the two that I would choose.
I want a USP Compact, I sold my Sig P229' & my CZ75 B
Kj Guitarman how was the c75?
You could also get a P2000, it was made as an update of the USP compact, it has some different features and the ergonomics is slightly different, maybe you would enjoy it
I have the USP compact in 9mm myself, I have held and shot briefly the P2000, they're both amazing so you can't go wrong with either!
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So if the P2000 is an updated version of the USP compact why is the USP more expensive?
Dude me too. my first gun , own money hk usp c 40cal
Hey.....wait a minute...my hammer is circumcised, and its wearing a rubber. LOL I didn't know that they came with the full hammer, or did you modify yours?
Depends on the variant
Nice review. What variant is it?
IT's a V1 DA/SA with the safety/decocker.
+DevilDolphin Cool. Are you going to keep it a Variant 1 or convert it? Like a Variant 3.
Fingertip access to the slide stop on an USP Compact is perfect for a left handed dude like me.
As in your left index finger?
John Wick exactly.
@@Skaramine That is compelling. I am a lefty but never thought of that. I will try it. Thanks brother.
John - you can maintain a good grip with your thumb and three fingers. The USP and 1911 and Beretta designs have nice long slide stops. Also, the P220 family decocker falls there easily, but we only decock when we’re NOT under stress.
But practice with empty weapons or blueguns for safety sake.
Got the thumbs up right when you said "TIA... DANNY" hahha blood diamond made me pick up a Glock 26 and now on the hunt for this one lol
i want one sooooo bad, but will never be able to, due to minimum length on handguns, where I live.
Johnny Hartmann Deutschland?
Denmark
Is this new for you? I thought you had em all??;) love mine Can't go wrong with a usp. Or any HK. Nice video!!
Always watch the whole video before commenting.
+Jonathan Frost sig srt triggers are pretty awesome. I have 5 sigs and they are great. But I struggle to get past the fact they make rainbow and tribal guns and 50 variations of each.
I will say, Sig has fallen off hard. The P226/229/228 are the only guns I'd run. I know Wolvee likes the 1911's too, I might give one a chance in like...10 years but, for me a Sig has to be a DA/SA 9mm or an X5 or X6 in 9mm. I hate almost all of the new sigs except the models I've listed. I do like the new P320 enough to have rented it twice, but the jury is out on if I'll own one ever. The P226 9mm Legion is on my short list.
+DevilDolphin all my current sigs have been perfect. We had a 229 dark elite the sights kept coming loose on, but functioned fine. They're great guns, just not crazy about their business model. But I guess you gotta sell guns, so, whatever. Hks just do something special for me:)
OMG America!!
when gun folks talk guns they tend to forget that not everyone knows a ton about guns..when you say m11 you should refer to the civilian version of that.. not everyone knows what the m11 is and the tlr3..
I can kinda see what you are saying, but what is a non civilian version of an M11. Since we are talking about pistols I thought of something by sig. I knew it was some variant of a 226. I thought it was the P228.....actually after googling year I was on track its the 228 similar to the 229.
I seriously doubted he was talking about a mac11. On the other hand I don't think anyone not into guns will be looking at a USP. TLR3 is a flashlight by streamlight he did mention that it was a flashlight.
I don't need a red dot that's why i go to the range. From 10 yards away I got you. Learn to shoot. I got lots of USP compacts and full size including the Expert.
Thank you for the video.
Thanks for watching!
looks like it has been 7 years what do you think about the gun? I was looking at this USP and as a PX4 compact?
You you need a stainless version in 45 ACP...
I wanted to get on that group buy, but I just can't support it at the moment. I've got to get an SP5K, along with an MR762, and the VP9 FDE's. I've also got to get a SCAR17, and stop going to cabelas on HK rescue runs. I can't wait to shoot that SD I picked up. I'll make sure to blame you heavily during the review.
+DevilDolphin rescue runs I like that. I do the same at my Gander Mountain the used gun manager calls me whenever I lost HK comes in so far that has resulted this year and a p7 stainless and 13 and HK91 irescue Siberian Huskies as well at 5 of those and a safe full of HKs I think I'm done right now
Sounds like a cool little pistol--------although I think my next buy will be a wheel gun. Go Navy
Maybe a few years down the line I'll be investing in some myself. I do like wheel guns, but I'm super picky.
Excellent!!
Thanks Nav.......I mean DD !!
HAHAHA Thanks.
Enjoyed your review, nice work.
Thank you sir, always an honor to have you in the comments.
Me gusta es grandiosa
Great review!
Man,you are handling loaded gun,cocked with safety off, you're professional,meaning you use guns at "work"... I believe you know what you doing but UA-cam "comies" and other keyboard commandos could report you or give you a "fine ticket"! Just heads up man!! Keep up with great videos,best HK channel on UA-cam btw...
yeah cause we all want to know what your carrying
Thanks for this review.
Not a problem, happy to do it.
"Omg.... America". Hilarious xD
TIA devildolphin
on my short list
IT's a good gun. I'm happy with it.
good vid!!!!