H&K VP9SK review: One of the best carry pistol's out of the box

[@Dqalex]

I own many Glocks, Colts, Springfield's. I have to say the HK VP9sk is the most comfortable gun I've ever shot. It feels like it was custom made for my hand. I liked it so much I bought a second in another color.

[@eddieworks69]

You are absolutely right on HK. HK - NO COMPROMISE

[@josephariola8583]

The VP 9 SK is a fantastic gun. I recently purchased it and couldn’t be happier. If you do not like the European style paddle release for the magazine, you can purchase the VP 9 SK B variant which gives you the traditional button release. That is the one I purchased. It is extremely well-built and Has spot on accuracy. You won’t be disappointed.

[@christofonobrown3659]

The SK is my absolute favorite version of the VP9 and now the only version I have.

[@ronaldbak2092]

I just traded off one of my VP9 full size models for a nice used VP9SK, I have been looking for a nice used one for a while and finally found someone who had one and was willing to trade for my VP9. Came with 4 mags and night sights and I couldn't be happier. This is going to be my every day carry and I can still use my holster from my full size VP9.

[@grumman7772]

I have this gun and you Right this gun is absolutely wonderful gun when you have this gun in your hands you can see and feel the different between VP9SK and the Rest you can Trust in this gun out of the box .

[@virenpatel9973]

Just bought one this year. Came with a Damascus cerakoted slide, holoson SCS, and 4 total mags. Not to mention the extra 4 from magapaloza. I am absolutely and completely in love. Best 9mm I’ve shot in my opinion. Don’t even touch my other edc.

[@2amichaelj]

Great choice and a sweet setup. Even 2+ years later and I still believe the VP9SK is one of the best carry pistols out of the box. They even added features too. The only thing I would add would be a light and a nice holster. A full size VP9 is a great addition too.

[@virenpatel9973]

@@2amichaelj that’s what I’m running. OLight pl mini 2 and holosun scs

[@uni_shadow164]

I Love My H&K VP 40. It is for self defense. Just got the Olight Red lazer and strobe attachment!

[@michaelharrison1945]

Couldn't agree more. Upgraded to night sights, mine came with the charging sights, and it's just about perfect.

[@TheMistaneff]

I have the full size version. Personally, I like having the trigger guard available for me to hook my left index finger on. I have large hards and with a slightly modified combat grip, my grouping stays very tight

[@davegurk3823]

I just passed my CCW qualification with my SK here in NJ. In my opinion the SK shoots better than my full size VP9. Love this little pistol. Strongly considering buying an optics ready version.

[@rick7702]

I own the vp9sk and I love mine. Excellent out of the box. Very accurate,took a little time to get used to the magazine release but the gun is awesome. I also have the Neptune concealment holster.

[@MrTillerman22]

Very nice video. Although u forgot to me tonight My favorite. The racking handles on the slide. Or the paddle mag release. Thank u

[@2amichaelj]

I mentioned the European style magazine release and how I prefer that mag release as opposed to the button press and it's bc of this gun that I've come to really like the paddle style now. I did gloss over the charging ears however. I could've probably made a 60 min long video on this firearm with more B roll and range footage too. But thanks for watching and commenting.

[@MaxRank]

Owned this since release and agree it’s the only gun I’ve never modified

[@a.d.c7941]

Great review. I am a proud of this baby and the vp9 tactical. I have to say, I like the vp9sk better in the hand. Especially when I get the 15 round mag. I will prob end up selling the tactical.

[@dunk3763]

I see HK review of ANY HK, I upvote and like

[@2amichaelj]

Every H&K I've tried I've liked. Now if we can just get them to import more of them to civilians...

[@eddieworks69]

@@2amichaelj …even here in Europe it‘s difficult to get them

[@2amichaelj]

@@eddieworks69 interesting... I would've thought they're easier for European civilians to come by seeing how easy it would be to ship as European countries are as close as states are here in North America. Does H&K realize they could make a lot more money if they wanted to open their entire catalog for purchase? Maybe it's to keep demand high, supply low.

[@eddieworks69]

@@2amichaelj H&K has no need to… they have lots of law enforcement and military contracts

[@JadedGLORY2689]

Just copped the Optics Ready Version.

[@roberttrussell8766]

I have both the full size vp 9 and the vp9sk love them both carry the sk every day got the 15 round mag for it and the full size vp just put a companstor on it love it use it for home protection

[@SmokesKwazukii]

hope you have upgraded your mags to 12 and 15 rounders respectively now that the full size can hold 17! makes the SK that much better

[@billallen2402]

I have owned many different semi auto firearms and used to be a big Glock fanboy. But when I shot the SK, I ended up trading off my G19X which is also a good weapon but can’t be compared to the H&K. I will NEVER trade or sell my SK. The trigger is the best I have ever used and it is the most accurate I have ever shot. And when you pick it up and take down the weapon, the craftsmanship is really evident. Anyone who gets one of these will need no other handgun unless he is hunting out West and needs a sidearm such as a .44 magnum or .454 Casull for bears.

[@1970banjoman]

Switched from a G19 to this. I prefer this barrel length in a carry gun. Good review.

[@MrMann-gt1eh]

I’m REALLY thinking about getting a couple of these for my wife and I. I see all to often people accidentally hitting mag release in situations. The mag release on this is a very nice feature. Ergos are out of this world. If anyone here hasn’t held one, you owe it to yourself. Get it done. Yep, mind is made up. Also I say hi to your cat.

[@2amichaelj]

Hey if the wife doesn't like it that would be a shame... I would just have to keep it for myself then.

[@onyxmoxon]

Thanks! Your video helped a ton 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@truno7]

Thank you for this awesome video

[@drewthedogman9]

Nicely done

[@mexicangator]

I love my VP9 just wish the SK came optics ready

[@2amichaelj]

Me too... they do make an optics ready slide and full size VP9 now. Even the VP9L is optics ready but the downside is that the slides alone are pretty hard to find and about $400-$500 if you can find them.

[@thenotoriousvlog5986]

They just came out with one VP9SK optics ready! Was on shot show 2022

[@mexicangator]

@@thenotoriousvlog5986 I saw that what a coincidence 🤣 I just picked one up gunbroker

[@thenotoriousvlog5986]

@@mexicangator lol 😂 no doubt man

[@anthonyxerri5919]

Thanks I’m on fence between sk or vp9 match there not listing the sk at Cabellas no more so I feel pressure to get the sk I’m not interested in the cc9

[@Onward4x4]

Nice review.

[@2amichaelj]

Thanks brother

[@DatboiT00]

How does that olight hold up for you? Very nice looking holster as well. Does the holster company have a website to order from?

[@2amichaelj]

Honestly, I have not been disappointed with Olight. I have some that are still working after 6 years of sitting in hot cars in Florida all summer or in winters in Indiana. Holsters are a product that the more you spend, the less you'll see on your return. While I stick in the middle with Werkz holsters as they last, hold retention for more years, my WeThePeople holsters have worked great for my Olight weapon light pistols. Another budget brand I've had great experiences with is FDO Industries which are sold on Amazon. I use both WTP and FDO holsters quite a bit still even though I have more expensive Tier1 and Werkz holsters. Tulster is another brand I like but is in the same price range as Werkz.

[@2amichaelj]

The actual holster in the video is from Neptune I believe. I'm not certain if they're even still around honestly.

[@DatboiT00]

I appreciate your information man! Just ordered me a vp9 sk. Coming from glocks but I’m really looking forward to owning my first HK pistol, seen theres limited holsters out there with light options for the gun but your set up looks sweet. Stay safe out there man!

[@mattshaw3225]

What holster do you have with the mini Olight?

[@adamkaminski]

Looks nice and have good ergonomics, BUT it's thicker and have less capacity (considering its size) than the competition.

[@2amichaelj]

I agree. The quality, trigger, ergonomics, accuracy and looks, are it's strong suits. It's not my EDC but it's in the rotation. If it concealed just a little better I would carry it more, even over pistols with more capacity.

[@ericandre80]

florida here...wheres the holster from?

[@2amichaelj]

It's from a company called Neptune concealment

[@itsxoutlawxphantomx5328]

Hey will you please post a link to the exact holster you bought?

[@2amichaelj]

neptuneconcealment.com/product-tag/light-bearing-holster/ I know the company was Neptune Concealment. They were based out of Tampa but I think they moved to Tennessee somewhere. The website changed a little since I used them but I just contacted them, and they were the ones I got the holster from.

[@itsxoutlawxphantomx5328]

@@2amichaelj can I get the name of the holster itself please?

[@rich4137]

Well presented

[@The_Critical_Critic]

Where can I locate this pistol.

[@2amichaelj]

They're pretty common. Finding one used for $500 shouldn't be hard if you look at local gun shops, pawn shops or your local in state "gun trader" website.

[@show2ime]

Hk quality puts glocks to shame. I have a vp9 tactical and p30sk I carry. I also own glocks and sigs but prefer my p30.

[@guyasher2952]

Who made your holster? There are very few holsters made for this pistol with a laser/light, especially the Olight Baldr Mini.

[@2amichaelj]

The name wore off but I believe Neptune Concealment made the one I utilize that's light bearing. If you don't like Olight, they make light bearing holsters for the Streamlight and Surefire models along with some other pistol lights as well. If you don't utilize a light, there are a lot of other manufacturers I can recommend.

[@2amichaelj]

I just checked and they make it for the Baldr mini for $64 right now in whatever color you want. They're even on Amazon.

[@davidgrunewald7194]

mine too

[@derellcaldwell8653]

Why is that white paint on the recoil spring??

[@2amichaelj]

H&K paints all their recoil springs. It's typically yellow or red depending on the poundage of spring. I believe the white you're seeing is a plastic buffer H&K puts on this particular model

[@derellcaldwell8653]

@@2amichaelj thanks for responding I recently purchased one used with the white paint on the recoil spring and I was kind of confused as to why I was there. I was really second-guessing if I should try and return it.

[@2amichaelj]

@@derellcaldwell8653 I personally think it's good. I would test it just to be sure. A P30L is rated for +P+ which is much higher pressure than even 124 NATO or +P ammunition. That recoil spring should work with everything. I've never seen knock H&K parts on their pistols.

[@derellcaldwell8653]

@@2amichaelj really appreciate it, thanks again

[@RedReaper303]

German handguns are very reliable.

[@2amichaelj]

Almost overbuilt imo. This has been one of the most reliable pistols I've shot period.

[@kenna.9368]

H&K is the only pistol in my opinion that can claim “perfection” as a marketing theme!

[@2amichaelj]

Yeah too bad H&K seems to hate the civilian market.

[@kenna.9368]

@@2amichaelj you know I was very much also thinking of H&K when I wrote that…

[@johndeere1951a]

I'm with you. I own 4 Glocks, 4 CZs, 5 Walthers and my favorite H&K VP70Z.. my 3 Walther PDPs are much nicer than the VP9 series of pistols. None of my Glocks are modified.🎯💥👀⚖️🗽☮️🇺🇲✌️

[@MeatTheBible]

Here's a problem with this gun, you MUST change your strong hand grip to drop the empty mag to replace it. You would also be faster to darken the dots on the rear sights. A quality gun but not built for speed. Thanks.

[@2amichaelj]

I can't really think of a sub compact gun that's built for speed. You could debate if this is really a sub compact gun too as it's almost the same size as a G19. Training does go a long way however. While I'm not as fast as say my modded G19 but then again, I've also put $750 of extra parts in that pistol too. Being able to have a RMRcc red dot would be ideal on the H&K VP9SK LE. The paddle magazine release I don't have to break my strong hand grip to utilize, which is why I prefer this style. Most button presses I do. I guess it's depending on the size of the user. You bring up fair points but I would ask, what gun out of the box is built for speed of the same size and price point? Maybe a Canik TP9SF?

[@sterlingmack5394]

Wish I could afford all of the HK pistols … too high

[@2amichaelj]

And the the pistols are waaaaaay cheaper than the PCCs and rifles too. I legit Googled "how much can you get for a kidney" trying to think about how I could afford an MP5. I can deal with just one kidney... totally worth it

[@CH-eb1rn]

Too big to carry

[@2amichaelj]

I do carry it but I have to be aware of my clothing choice more than my other carry options. The Glock 19 gen 5 is the exact same width (to the tenth of an inch, 1.34") as the H&K VP9SK but I can conceal my Glock 19 easier so go figure.

[@1970banjoman]

@@2amichaelj I'm sitting here trying to decide if I want to switch from a G19 to this. Changing platforms doesn't come cheap, mags holsters, sights,etc.. and I'm pretty comfortably vested in my 19 with all that already. Not to mention can buy 2 Glock mags for the price of 1 HK mag. The more I think about it, the more I think not. Probably a great option with plenty of features, I'm sure, but not enough to justify changing up edc platform this late in the game.... did I just sound like a Glock fanboy? Damn...

[@2amichaelj]

@@1970banjoman if I had the extra money and I could find this H&K VP9SK LE for the $400 like I did, I would buy one and keep the Glock. I don't really like selling guns anymore but you're right it's an investment. How much do you really need however? I have to ask myself that a lot. Really all I need for this H&K is a decent holster. The sights and trigger are great... the LE version comes with 3 magazines and I've actually seen prices on the 13 and 15 round H&K branded magazines for $35 recently if you really want some more. I'm not trying to talk you into purchasing this firearm but I hardly need a reason to buy a gun these days as long as I can afford it. I'm the type who likes to be proficient in many different weapons and manual of arms so I rotate my carry options between 4 guns in the summer and 6 guns in the winter. My main carry is a Glock 19 gen 5 however. The H&K VP9SK LE is the only gun I haven't "upgraded" because I'm content on how it is. The Glock 19 gen 5 I've invested over $750 on top of the price of the gun. If you haven't shot one, I would at least try to find a range that you can shoot it, feel it, experience it, before you make a purchase but I can tell you 1. Guns don't lose a lot of resale value, especially if you buy used. My used guns I've purchased are worth just as much if not more than what I purchased them for. 2. Having options isn't a bad thing and sometimes I've purchased a part for a pistol, installed it and had issues running it. So I'm glad I had another gun to carry until I could get it to cycle reliably (installed and loctited a comp on my Glock 19 gen 5. Didn't cycle 115 grain range ammo.) 3. That Glock 19 with all those accessories you won't recoup the costs for and the holster, mags, even trigger aren't worth the resale value to gun stores. That's why I don't trade in or sell my guns unless I know I know someone interested in the package for a fair price. Idk it's a hard one brother. I will tell you, if you search you local pawn shops and gun stores for used H&K VP9SK LEs, you can find them pretty reasonable for $500 or less, even with all the extras you're looking for. I'd at least look to see what's available. A lot of times I'm just browsing and I find a steal of gun just sitting there, shining in the case at an unbelievable price and I tell myself "God, you must want me to buy this".

[@MaxRank]

High ride holster, I carry mine every day and no print even in the summer with shorts and t-shirt. If your thinking of switching from a Glock, stop thinking and get it done. Glocks are not in the same league.

[@offendineveryway9411]

The trigger and ergonomics alone BTFO Glocks. t. Glock owner

[@Sturmbannführer88]

do you still have this?

[@2amichaelj]

I still own all my H&K pistols

[@ihaveasandwichinmypocket]

I'll keep my 5.7.