H&K Mark 23 First Shots

The first shots and impressions of a very cool 45 acp pistol featured in many movies and video games. Built for SOCOM as an offensive handgun by some of the best minds in the business.
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[@Not-a-bot222]

According to the MK23 lore, John Wicks Dad carried this with the comp. after a few drinks and some sexual deprivity he poked the bore and nine months later the P30L was born.

[@icarusflight2396]

John Wick followed shortly after the p30L, and they have been best twins ever since.... until that dirty glock broke up the fam. Way to go Yoko!

[@HuyTran-sk3py]

@@icarusflight2396 In order to cleanse himself of the shame of associating himself with the Glock, he took refuge with the 1911.

[@icarusflight2396]

@TheInkCanvas it would go more with the Russian....ish history of his family to be honest...... wonder why they didn't do this?

[@icarusflight2396]

@TheInkCanvas maybe in the 4 th movie....

[@furiousone942]

I love my little baby P30L. :) Love to have one of these bad boys though.

[@kanaloa38]

Outlaw: "handles favorably for a big girl". Wife: "Good Lord". Now that was funny.

[@jmmartin7766]

Yeah, I actually laughed when I heard that wife-obligated, "Good Lord..." lol ☺

[@JeremiahJS1984]

That is one B.A. pistol and great shooting! Larry Vickers and Ken Hackathorn led the development of the HK45 not the MK 23. Nice video man

[@gaybear5328]

I want a mark 23! Problem is, it’s $100 for each Mark

[@bestmillimeter1858]

I bought mine for only $85 for each Mark

[@gaybear5328]

Mel Laknanurak Used??? there was a shop in NC selling a used one for $1700 but I didn’t know how make Socom battles it was put thought

[@bestmillimeter1858]

@@gaybear5328 It was used but had a crack on the breech face from over dry firing. H&K actually had really good customer service and sent me a free NOS slide from 2004 with the Hostile Environment finish.

[@ronzavala2376]

best place to buy?

[@jasonhatez3287]

Gay Bear it’s my dream gun. Got close last week. Lost on a auction. Next day I bought a FNX45 tactical and p320 x compact with Romeo 2 pro rmr. 2 g gone.

[@blarghinatelazer9394]

That thumbnail is worth a thousand nuts. I've never seen a Mk23 with a Match comp, but now that I have I'll never be able to look at a normal one the same again.

[@meteormedia7021]

This is one of if not the only modern handgun that was specified and designed to be a primary military assault weapon, not a backup self-defence gun. Also literally the most durable automatic handgun of all time.

[@mohawkdriver4155]

Outlaw: "Accuracy is iffy." Hk Gods: "You shall pay for your blasphemy."

[@anthonyyoung6433]

100 yds is real far for .45acp

[@JonTheGiantChicken]

It's ridiculously big, ridiculously expensive,and ridiculously awesome. Now if I can just convince the wife that we need this...

[@wilemelliott]

I actually like that style mag release over the press in button style. Wish more guns had them.

[@556colt]

One of my favorite pistols I have ever owned. Still gutted that I sold mine years ago to open my business. This and my desert eagle are the ones I miss the most. I will get another one someday.

[@justincarrasco3680]

Congrats on the Gundies nomination, but after looking at the website, I'm really disappointed that Paul Harrell didn't get any nominations (not that I saw, anyway.)

[@ab5olut3zero95]

Agreed. He’s excellent, even when he’s snarkily responding to other GunTubers givin him a hard time.

[@FooMantis]

No Hickock45 either. :/ At least not that I've seen.

[@justincarrasco3680]

@@FooMantis That too is a shame. At least our beloved Outlaw got in there.

[@kkeiser54]

You have THE best cinematographer/commentator on KZbin. Congrats.

[@cd4playa1245]

No matter how rare and expensive a gun is there’s always the “I put 10 million rounds through mine without a single malfunction,” guy in every comment section.

[@me2ontube]

I only put 9 million thru mine without a malfunction :(

[@ivanrivera3293]

@@me2ontube Lol trash I out 9,000,002 through mine with no malfunctions

[@allanhenderson4242]

So true

[@cd4playa1245]

Randy Bob oh and you know those guys are out there. And they always just lie to themselves and say it was the ammo every time, like a beaten wife who makes excuses for her abusive husband.

[@RamOfGod]

I did run over 10k rounds thru my USP 45 and over 5k thru my USP 40. One day the .40 gave me 3 malfunctions from the same box of ammo. That case it was the ammo (ammo was under spec when checked with a gauge). Last time I used it, I was having failures to fire, took it apart, and saw a retention spring that was incredibly dirty (the one in the grip). Cleaned it, didn't have anymore issues. That said, it was built in 1995, and I bought the .40 second hand and put atleast 5k rounds thru it myself. Also, I have owned 5 glocks, and had only 1 that gave me jamming issues. So it's really a preference.

[@Goldenwithaleash]

Me to myself: “you don’t need it. You don’t need it. You don’t need it.”

[@furiousone942]

Since when does need come into play with guns? :)

[@forever-pk1hn]

Where the hell are you gonna find one? Haven't seen these anywhere in forever.

[@deathbymazda]

I neeeeeed iiiiiiiitttt

[@JustinOpinionChannel]

Very nice look at an iconic gun. Great video, as usual!

[@meesterdinglefritz2064]

Great video! Love the Mark23! “Specs are it’s gigantic” perfect! Lol

[@blbbtactical6969]

What a badass gun. 45acp, 12rnd mags are really good. The comp does make it look even cooler

[@xochj]

Hands down the best handgun I've ever had. 2 inch groups at 50 yards every time (machine test). I'm a fairly large fellow, and so actually carried it for a couple years. 😂

[@MattP-BandB]

Definitely a grail gun for me. Although a bit disappointed to learn about the less than ideal grip for big hands. Thanks Outlaw. You should totally win best shooter award.

[@protectiverailroaddad7541]

One of the toughest handguns ever made. The testing on this gun was brutal and it passed with flying colors.

[@HighPlainsDrifter97]

"Pretty favorably for a big girl" lmao best quote of 2019

[@ulisessalas6420]

Out freaking standing bro! Well deserved award. I agree with the judges, you have the coolest contents and gun reviews. BTW. HK guns Rock bro.

[@nashimablo3607]

Congratulations on your nomination and keep up the great work. That’s fantastic. 👍🏾

[@jarredlkling]

Full size non-1911 steel-framed guns in .45 are the most fun to shoot.

[@openmythirdeye]

Best crew serve handgun out there

[@dabome4001]

you and hickok 45 are my favorite...God bless you,rewards are deserved...regards from Serbia

[@lucasbetterton87]

You got my vote in all categories!

[@jmanyoyoyo]

Can't wait for that comp review. I've been contemplating buying one for my VP9

[@HonestOutlawReviews]

I have one for the vp9 too

[@Whispertactical]

Bought a mark 23 today $2,119.94, ordered 2 extra mags $105.89, a tactical bag $89.95, 1 mag extension $39.95, 10 extra barrel orings in black color $49.95....thank god for tax returns and your gun reviews

[@jamescampbell4334]

Bought a 2020 date code (CA) Mark 23 on the final day of the Trump admin, $2.099.95 plus tax. Bought it because 45Super ammo from manufacturers like Buffalo Bore has not gone up during this ammo Insanity. Ordered 2 cases of 700 ft/lb 45Super BJHP. The Mark 23 is so overbuilt it can shoot 460 Rowland after having the chamber cut 1/16" deeper. Few production 45acp handguns can shoot 45Super without blowing apart. The Mark 23 is the ONLY one I'm aware of that can handle 460 Rowland with just a chamber trim.

[@Holden1296]

I can't believe the recoil, or lack thereof, with 45 acp with this pistol. Nice! Great little first shots vid!

[@mexygnome]

Kinda surprised to see you with one of these. Given they only import a small amount every year. Keep up the work!

[@AOMartialArts]

Put in my Gundies vote! Good luck. Lots of strong competition. Especially 22Plinkster... he's a mighty good shooter.

[@jeffmatlowwildcattattoo523]

" The first crew- served handgun" - they're pretty cool, add the whisper can and the light/laser module and you're almost better off with an sbr- interesting development process though-the whole OHWS trials are pretty entertaining.

[@andrewfossatti4937]

Nominated for best reviewer and best shot... I concur! 👍

[@juliannaaka-babayega8941]

You support the local homeless shelter; you include your wife...she includes you. You both like and shoot guns well. = YOU WON ALREADY!! ...to me anyway. You two ROCK. Don't care about contests, thats not why I subscribed. :) Thanks Mr & Mrs. H.O.

[@MarkTosto]

I bought mine just to have a Desert Eagle sized pistol but with reliability. It is the best shooting handgun I have owned.

[@atomicsmith]

Congrats on your nominations. Your reviews are definitely among the very best.

[@chrisserre6854]

Hi Chris. The reason that the big lady is not snappy is due to the well designed double recoil spring that HK developed for the MK23 and that was carried over to the USP series. Greetings from Switzerland. Chris

[@concealmenttraining9371]

One of the few gun reviewers who can shoot

[@Sagittariustoo]

My Mark 23 is the most accurate centerfire pistol I have owned. It will shoot with any custom 1911.

[@msims1250]

Sagittariustoo This has been my experience as well. I love my Mk23.

[@MikeScott55]

Was always curious about that piece. I like the look but I’m betting I’d probably be happier with my 1911 chambered in .45 than that.

[@mrpibb7781]

Hey Honest long time no see. Great video. Love my HK45. Going to the Gundies site as we speak

[@ou812also5]

Just an FYI, IF anyone wants a match-style fully adjustable (windage and elevation) sight set for the Mark 23, you won't find one. BUT, I have discovered that LPA makes a fully adjustable match sight set for the H&K P7 that does fit the Mark 23 and it works extremely well.

[@supertacoman33]

If im not mistaken i believe vickers helped with the hk45, and the 45 ct (mk24) but i guess it wouldn't surprise anyone if he worked on the 23 also

[@jonathanfrost944]

I'm an Hk fanboy and love my Mark23, but agree with you that the grip is a little wonky and it's not the easiest gun to shoot. But, it is dead nuts accurate when you do it right. Looking forward to the full review. Love your channel and your videos, and your wife seems like a great lady. Loved her "good lord" comment. You're doing things right, God bless.

[@mikeparent2813]

Another great video , looking to purchase a polymer 9mm , what do you recommend SW MP2.0 or CZP10F , this would be for target and possibly competition later on . I own a Shadow 2 and really like it so I’m leaning towards the P10F ! Any recommendations would be great , thanks your northern neighbour 👍✌️🇨🇦

[@chubbycatfish4573]

The bore axis is so high because it's the ying to the P7's yang.

[@pedroleonargentina]

Excellent job Man!!! H&K MARK 23 AWESOME 😎👍🏻

[@victorkaren2393]

Great review as always!!! Keep the quality videos coming!!!

[@jayhemp00]

Wow, the reset is loud on that one!

[@old-veteran]

Cool and congrat's on your nominations...

[@SaltyBob355]

Perfect wife commentary, “Good lord” lol

[@SpyderGT]

I had a chance to buy it last year, was new fir $1800, but I choose USP Elite for half price and I think Elite has better trigger. ) . But probably I had to buy both)))

[@joehasberryjr7398]

Damn great video and shooting how much it costs really enjoyed watching 45 going 2 work with a 🔨 on an great magazine capacity

[@sailingmaster]

Make sure the o-ring on the barrel is in good shape, it should be keeping the barrel centered where it comes out the front of the slide. They're good for about 20k rounds, but given the abuse most of these guns got/get, they can go in less time than that. If it's in place and doing its job, you shouldn't be having a problem with accuracy.

[@greenstreet5287]

Been looking at this gun all week, subbed to your channel this morning, and you release a video on the gun im scouting. Mind blown

[@Knight_of_the_Old_Code]

Snake?! Snaaaaake!!!

[@ferna2294]

Huge & Kool Mark 23

[@darnellsmith363]

Most entertaining gun reviewer on YT "Handles favorably for a big girl" "The gun run slicker then greased shit on ice"

[@andrewrogers4371]

The range looks amazing

[@bobsyruncle6683]

As for the trigger, in your full review will you measure the trigger pull weight in DA & SA? When I bought my USP40 (when it came out) the gun store installed Trijicon sights on it before I picked it up. Somewhere between my purchasing it, their in in-house gunsmith and passing the waiting period, my second mag "disappeared". Then I took it to my local, much more trustworthy gun shop, and had the gunsmith do the trigger. It has to be done. These high weight of pull "Lawyer triggers" are garbage. It was probably around 12 DA/6 SA before and now is about half that for both. The gun shoots great but you have to be careful when you go to SA that you don't pull the trigger accidentally. No loose grip on the pistol. However, it makes "double tapping" extremely easy if you are on your game. Moving to Idaho someday and looking forward to adding one of the these to my collection (you can't buy them in CA, fucking Demonrats) so very much interested in seeing your full review. Thanks so much for all your hard work bringing us this great content.

[@BOKCQueKang]

Well deserved for the Gundies nominations ✊🏽

[@KG370]

according the the HK instruction manual you’re now an operator . Atleast my usp one said that

[@KingGodzilla0]

“Best gun reviewer” very nice

[@claybee12]

A must have gun

[@CaptainCurvey]

Great video, would love to shoot one. Should work on doing one for the Vp9sk 😉

[@robertquigley6753]

You got my vote

[@jeremyorr7469]

That thing is a beast of a 45 ACP have not shot one yet but held one at a gun show my old boss got in trade the darn thing is a tank

[@DLordSadow]

Awesome gun! Possibly a stupid question. Is the Mk23 essentially a souped up HK USP? Just a little curious about the gun’s history. Fantastic video and review as always, looking forward to the 1000 round review next year!

[@tahertz8544]

Can we get a CZ 97B review. Yours truly CZ FanBoy

[@Texas_C8]

Or a CZ 97BD Please?

[@poorkitnerd2631]

Definitely the best shot I've seen on here other then like jarry or something

[@edp1189]

You got my votes!!!

[@gabesanborn8545]

Please take into consideration that this gun was designed back in the 90’s and designed to be an offensive weapon. I bought a USP 45 with a bracket and holosight scope just because of it. I should have spent that $$ on the MK23 , hindsight. But anyway its a 90s design that will not have the obvious slickness of the best triggers we have now but Yeah for a 45 it was a really decent recoil eating monster. Throw a can on that thing and test it too please.

[@zaitcev0]

Completely coincidentally, I talked about Mark 23 with a guy who had those issued. He said, there was a lot of hype for the gun, but when it arrived, the operators went back to P226 very quickly. His complaints were vague, however. He said the gun was too large, especially with suppressor. Well, duh.

[@MartianBuddy]

Have you shot the shot maxim 9? Do you think maxim 9 better pistol for more offensive role? Looking in to pistols as a primary, mk23 or max9.

[@rf3899]

Already voted! Gotcha back jack!

[@dexter122181]

Feelings on this vs the fnx 45? Guess you'll need to stock up on some 45 for that 1000 round review.

[@stizz1982]

This gun literally sounds like it has a suppressor on it! That’s crazy

[@hailtothe_rooster1572]

Easily best shot on KZbin... hands down... I don’t see many others coming close. MAYBE Rob Ski showing the finesse of an AK and shutting down the haters

[@KSGunGuy01]

That’s a beast!

[@FooMantis]

Holy shit, dude. This Gundies category for Most Influential is HARD. Just a quick scan, I see TGC, MRGUNSNGEAR, Warrior Poet Society, Colion Nior, Garand Thumb and MAC! Scandalously, no Hickock45 or Paul Harrell. No love for old blood, I guess.

[@mmartinisgreat]

Yup. Grip needs some material on the bottom. Cool af gun tho

[@gregorypatzelt6964]

Although it's ridiculously expensive. This is one of my next guns. I think it would be my go to home defense/ emergency side arm. This thing could go through anything. The FNX 45 tactical is hard to pass up price wise and function wise, but the mk23 just has an unexplainable appeal.

[@anthonyyoung6433]

As long as the Honorable Jerry M isn’t nominated you’ll have my vote for best shot.

[@Sogard22]

Well you got my vote!

[@Fugettaboutit]

They might as well just included a shoulder stock with it. And I think Vickers was involved with the HK45 and HK45C-Tactical, the latter of which is pretty much the replacement for this.

[@jonathancook4733]

Congratulations on the nominee! Well deserved for sure... nice giant HK cannon .. Lol.

[@captainawesome2480]

Try replacing the O-Ring on the barrel. You may get better performance on the accuracy side.

[@chrishelms1967]

Already Voted

[@sonnygunz9207]

That mk23 looks mean as f*** with that comp on the end. 😎 I need some more 45’s in my “Collection”. I run a GLOCK gen 4 21od suppressed and it’s great but I’d like some others.

[@andysmith5220]

you made a great comment about the grip. compared to the HK USP tactical. which has a far better grip than the mark 23. I honestly came away with similar opinion. I still look at the usp tactical as the pistol that corrected all the flaws of the gen 1 mark 23. great video

[@Jebotito]

I don't think there is much difference in the grip really. The tactical has the same grip as my standard issue P8 of the German armed forces. I just bought the MK23 and only things that differ to a USP are good things like a metal trigger, much smoother recoil, better sight picture and so on

[@kcgunzz3416]

Voted. Best of luck.

[@clarkneedsaweapon]

Voted!! You, TaranTactical, Jade Struck, and IraqVetran8888

[@infinitesimotel]

That end fitting.... Just when I thought this gun could not possibly become any sexier.

[@RamOfGod]

I have a USP. 45 and .40. Both are fantastically accurate, however, I did find for myself that when I switched over to Glocks (for work) I was less accurate with the USP's. When I took my time, I could hit anywhere I wanted within 25 yards easy, but not as fast anymore. They are accurate, maybe you have the same problem I do. Too much Glock training.

[@petespurgeon7217]

Great quality & controls( very assecible& nice), main problem is handle(length) & price ,Im to poor for this baby, so.... Thanx. P.S. _ good reveiw as usual)

[@randyperkins5063]

Legend has it Chuck Norris was scared of honest outlaw but after he found out that he had more than just a Glock hiding in his beard he has and never will travel up north again!

[@irafowlerjr.7492]

thanks,

[@jingq2]

The USP45 and USP45 Tactical has an little bit of an extended base plate to accommodate the pinky finger, but since the original SOCOM MK23 didn’t there not included it 🤷‍♂️

[@versoarmamentcompany]

Great vid