weapon for concealed carry

BobTheBiker · 03-02-2009, 12:11 AM

Since I'm legally able to obtain a ccw permit now, along with a handgun to actually carry, I'm thinking I'll do that.

Now comes the issues, I dont have a large sum to spend on the permit, and a pistol. I've found Hi Point makes a full size .45 that I particularly like and actually can afford. Granted they've had a few issues, the overall reviews I've read have been positive considering its a sub $300 pistol.

I've considered used, but this is a brand new, lifetime no questions asked warranty equipped piece, and I really dont want to take a chance on buying someone else's old beat up and worn out gun that wont work when I REALLY need it. I figure if its new and has a warranty, I can at least be covered on that front.

Anyone have any thoughts on the Hi Point JHP .45? I'm going to buy sometime this month probably, but i'd like some feedback first.

Smittie61984 · 03-02-2009, 12:17 AM

Tauras 357 or 38 (Though 357 will fire 38s) stub nose revolver. 5shot and easily concealed. You can get them new for roughly $300 and used for the low to mid 200s in great shape. Even with a 357 round they are pretty damn accurate and maintain tight groupings, even at long distances. Revolvers are always dependable.

Amber Lamps · 03-02-2009, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Smittie61984

Tauras 357 or 38 (Though 357 will fire 38s) stub nose revolver. 5shot and easily concealed. You can get them new for roughly $300 and used for the low to mid 200s in great shape. Even with a 357 round they are pretty damn accurate and maintain tight groupings, even at long distances. Revolvers are always dependable.

Hah! I remember when Taurus was "persona non grata" with the gun crowd. Oh about 10 years or so ago I was going to buy a 357 from them and EVERYONE I talked said they're junk,etc. It's just funny how these things turn around.

Rider · 03-02-2009, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by TIGGER

Hah! I remember when Taurus was "persona non grata" with the gun crowd. Oh about 10 years or so ago I was going to buy a 357 from them and EVERYONE I talked said they're junk,etc. It's just funny how these things turn around.

I remember 10 years ago out west when everyone thought Taurus was a great compromise if you didn't want to shell out the cash for a Beretta.

marko138 · 03-02-2009, 11:47 AM

I want to get a concealed permit. And a gun for that matter.

Leon · 03-02-2009, 11:55 AM

Concealing a full size .45 isn't going to be easy or comfortable. You may want to look into compacts or subcompacts. I carry a 9mm Springfield XD and couldn't be happier.

Adeptus_Minor · 03-02-2009, 12:27 AM

This was discussed a while back.
http://www.twowheelfix.com/showthread.php?t=5249

I believe the general consensus is that you get what you pay for.
If you want a cheap pistol that will probably fire reliably when you need it to, they will likely do the job.

BobTheBiker · 03-02-2009, 01:01 AM

ahh, thanks very much. I hadnt looked for that, but I really appreciate it.

I fully intend to get this pistol and if I dont like it as a carry weapon, hell it'll be home defense in a place next to my bed.

Cutty72 · 03-04-2009, 11:04 PM

I'm testing for my permit next weekend.

We have an indoor range at work, so once I get my pistol, there will be lots of practice.

Cass · 03-05-2009, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Cutty72

We have an indoor range at work

*jealous*!!

03-02-2009, 12:11 AM	#1
BobTheBiker too much time on my hands Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: the northern district of god damn Moto: 01 ZX6R, looking for more now. Posts: 1,802	weapon for concealed carry Since I'm legally able to obtain a ccw permit now, along with a handgun to actually carry, I'm thinking I'll do that. Now comes the issues, I dont have a large sum to spend on the permit, and a pistol. I've found Hi Point makes a full size .45 that I particularly like and actually can afford. Granted they've had a few issues, the overall reviews I've read have been positive considering its a sub $300 pistol. I've considered used, but this is a brand new, lifetime no questions asked warranty equipped piece, and I really dont want to take a chance on buying someone else's old beat up and worn out gun that wont work when I REALLY need it. I figure if its new and has a warranty, I can at least be covered on that front. Anyone have any thoughts on the Hi Point JHP .45? I'm going to buy sometime this month probably, but i'd like some feedback first.

03-02-2009, 12:17 AM	#2
Smittie61984 I give Squids a bad name Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Fly Over State Moto: 1996 CBR600 F3 (AKA the Flying Turd) Posts: 4,742	Tauras 357 or 38 (Though 357 will fire 38s) stub nose revolver. 5shot and easily concealed. You can get them new for roughly $300 and used for the low to mid 200s in great shape. Even with a 357 round they are pretty damn accurate and maintain tight groupings, even at long distances. Revolvers are always dependable. __________________ lifts - R.I.P.

03-02-2009, 11:55 AM	#6
Leon WERA Yellow Plate Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 648	Concealing a full size .45 isn't going to be easy or comfortable. You may want to look into compacts or subcompacts. I carry a 9mm Springfield XD and couldn't be happier. __________________ Loz is a BIG FAT F*CK

03-02-2009, 12:27 AM	#7
Adeptus_Minor Hopster Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Austin, TX Moto: 2009 Buell 1125R Posts: 4,743	This was discussed a while back. http://www.twowheelfix.com/showthread.php?t=5249 I believe the general consensus is that you get what you pay for. If you want a cheap pistol that will probably fire reliably when you need it to, they will likely do the job. __________________ “Well, obviously before; after was all gendarmes and dick stitches.”

03-02-2009, 01:01 AM	#8
BobTheBiker too much time on my hands Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: the northern district of god damn Moto: 01 ZX6R, looking for more now. Posts: 1,802	ahh, thanks very much. I hadnt looked for that, but I really appreciate it. I fully intend to get this pistol and if I dont like it as a carry weapon, hell it'll be home defense in a place next to my bed.