HK VP9 9mm Range Day

[@keith2095]

The German version of the Navy Seals (Kampfschwimmer) carry the Euro version of the VP9, the SFP9M. This is the same base pistol with some modifications. So, if you are worried that the VP9 is an inferior design or somewhat fragile, quit worrying.

[@ms.annthrope415]

I bought one 2.5 years ago. I'm just impressed with all the improvements HK made to what could have been a run of thr mill striker fired strip gun. Thr charging ears really work. They allow a solid grip to rack thr slide. The 3 sets of grip panels and the 3 back straps can be mixed and matched to fit your hand. So 3x3x3=27 possible grip size combinations. The paddle mag tease is superior to the Americsn button release style but some people won't think outside thr box so HK offers a button release for those who can't adapt. Thr paddle release allows true ambidextrous use and can be activated be either thr thumb, forefinger, or middle finger of thr shooting hand. The trigger is one if thr best for a striker fired pistol and really above and beyond Glock. I have Alien Gear outside the waistband holster with a push button finger release and an IWB. Yes, it's not that common as Glock, but it's worth thr hunt for a German engineering excellence.

[@LonnieSatter]

I was fondling a HK VP9 yesterday at my local shop. I have to say, I don't think I've ever had a pistol fit my hand so well. The grip is very comfortable and just the right size for my hand. Up until then it was my Sig P226 w/ new ergo grip that was the best fit. I believe I will be picking one of these up for my collection in the near future. As always, great review MAC.

[@michaelshea5622]

I own both a VP9 LE and a VP40. Excellent weapons and I believe you'll be pleased.I too am a Sig guy, but I like my H&Ks.

[@veracious8205]

How's it holding up cheif? Had mine over a year and just wondering if it holds against the test of time, so to speak lol

[@BodysWorldProduction]

I think one of the most important aspects of choosing your gun is how it feels in your hands. I love how the VP9 feels in my hand...love the grip as well! I would highly recommend this gun to anyone.

[@ccol009]

Watch Hughes Enterprises reliability test of the HK VP9. He dunks it and submerges it in water, mud, and it fired. He also submerged the HK VP9 underwater, pulled the trigger and the HK VP9 fired. I love my HK VP9 (FDE color). It’s a sturdy, tough, good reliable HK striker fired firearm.

[@inuyashaspet]

New intro song sounds is so serious! Feels like some music from a documentary about serial killers.

[@xyokowan]

Yea its waaaay better than the old into its getting annoying.

[@kpw528]

Dwan Jackson Am I the only one that liked/loved the old intro song? Lol I like rock, I can't help it.

[@KKL914]

kpw528 I agree

[@j_thom]

kpw528 I darn near identify the channel by its "theme muzak".. dont be so hasty in changing it...tho I suppose at some point one must evolve.. Mebbe a lil 80's electronica like the Bourne movies..cant get enouf of that even with the dumb lyrics..

[@kpw528]

J Thom IKR? Also, the new one sounds like a theme song to some 90s crime drama or documentary show lol.

[@garretthegun4982]

If you are more forceful with seating the mags, there is no need for using slide release. I bought this last week in the law enforcement model. Love it!

[@oleboy7615]

I was at my LGS today and handled the PPQ, and the trigger has just as much creep as the VP9 (which is extremely minimal btw), and the reset was essentially the same as the VP9. I've noticed that the trigger on the VP9 doesn't travel back as far as the trigger on the PPQ, so maybe that is giving people the impression that the reset on the VP9 is "very long". But when you pay attention to the actual travel distance I think you'll find the reset on the VP9 to be very short. I have absolutely nothing against the PPQ, but I do prefer the VP9. The trigger on the VP9 doesn't have nearly the take up the PPQ trigger does, and it is just as crisp and resets just as quickly. Great gun! Very accurate, extremely pleasing to shoot and not priced badly at all.

[@Borderline5440]

I was at a gun show and looking at a concealed carry holster for the VP9 and when I went to a guy from a brand they call Comfort-Tuk, he tried it in a S&W M&P40 holster and it fit pretty well (oddly enough), so that may be an option for anyone that could still be having trouble getting a holster for theirs. It shouldn't be a problem now that the gun's been out for a few months now, though.

[@xtremearmor]

Very cool looking HK and the price point seems to be very good too. Thanks for posting this video. Looking forward to seeing more this HK VP9.

[@rupert93r]

Yeah, HK's really good about addressing "the glove problem" - they do it with all of their pistols, *all* of them are set up to allow operation with heavily gloved hands thanks to all their spec ops contracts that mandate this.

[@revshareglobal7334]

2020 update...the VP9 comes w 17rd mags now

[@adbp2005]

I have shot HKs and they are very well built machines. I prefer the trigger on the Sig P320 to the HKs, Glock (which I love) or the M&P which are all excellent weapons. At the end of the day it's up to what feels good to you. I don't think you'd go wrong with any of the aforementioned pistols. Great video.

[@mmrtactical7764]

Glad to hear that the VP9 is a successful sidearm. This would be a great patrol carry pistol for my agency. Thx for posting.

[@gotrice5]

The VP9 is a pretty nice handgun. Though the weight threw me off since I was shooting a 226 before that and it was my first time ever firing an actual firearm.

[@ccol009]

I Love ❤ My HK VP9. Got it in the FDE color.

[@ccol009]

Had it since 2018. Hasn’t jammed on me. I need to train more but I put about 500 rounds through mine no issues. I am going to train more so I can really test it.

[@Mr9mm45acp]

Just wanted to tell you I really enjoy your gun videos keep making them thanks a lot!

[@redpilledpatriot8484]

Just picked one up at the local gun shop brand new with 6, YES 6 mags!

[@redpilledpatriot8484]

Oh and only paid $550.00

[@daltongang73]

I was thinking of picking up the S&W 2.0, but then played with this at the LGS. I love the way the thing felt in my hand...sold.

[@gobucks45177]

I ordered a VP9 LE version from my gun store for $675. It will be in sometime next week and I can't wait to get my hands on it! I am going to put about 500 or so rounds down range with it to break it in.

[@mickwrath4425]

I'm definitely going to pick one of these up. I'm too excited about it not too. Awesome intro Tim, I really like the new tune! Mick!

[@GTTClan]

Really good looking side arm. Kind of looks like the P226 to me.

[@928s4style]

Good video, pretty much sums up my experience with my VP9 and PPQ. Overall the PPQ has the better trigger, though the VP9 is a nice overall pistol with nicer ergos-for me. Both good pistols. Hopefully the aftermarket will show them both some love.

[@robbabcock_]

Awesome! I can't wait for mine. FWIW when I get a new HK I just lock the slide back and store it that way for a couple days, that's usually all it takes.

[@oleboy7615]

Bought mine in September and love it. Traded my Glocks b/c this gun is truly amazing. You're right, it fits perfectly in the hand, it is extremely accurate, and we know it's quality. I don't know that I would agree that the reset is long, though. If you notice, the trigger on the VP9 doesn't travel as far back as it does on the PPQ. When I checked this out, the reset is about the same to me. It's pretty quick on both guns. The take up on the VP9 is shorter than it is on the PPQ, which I like a lot better. I found the break and the reset to be about the same on both guns (outstanding for a striker fire gun), but the take up is definitely shorter on the VP9. Actually, that is why I bought the VP9 instead of the PPQ. I prefer a shorter take up. I have shot a number of different brands of ammunition through mine and have not had the first malfunction in at least 2000 rounds. Winchester white box 115 gr, Blazer Brass 115 gr, Tulammo 115 gr, Zero 115 and 124 gr, Critical Duty 135 standard and +P, it all has done great. As for holsters, I have the BladeTech Klipt Ambi IWB holster, and it works great. shop.blade-tech.com/index.php?cPath=1_13_142#.VJyKH7jD4 Great gun! If you're disappointed then you're looking to be.

[@oleboy7615]

***** Definitely mine. I also have a Glock 42 for the times I need ultra deep concealment, but for EDC, I use the VP9.

[@GarretGoodbarrel]

Still waiting on MAC's review of this gun. I shot one for the first time yesterday and I LOVED it. Might have to be my new EDC

[@TJ4774]

I really like the look and feel of that pistol. I'm glad it got a good review from you, looks like I'll have to try to find one nearby and check it out. Great video bud

[@garretthegun4982]

PPQ's trigger is subjectively better at best. 27 grip configurations isn't subjective, neither is resale on HKs vs Walther. BTW HK wrote the book on Striker fire. I'm not saying the PPQ is a bad gun, I'm saying the VP9 kicks it's ass. If I wanted the higher capacity I would get the full size SIG 320. The VP9 offers everything the PPQ doesn't. Go shoot one!

[@TheMrPieDaddy]

This is one of a few guns I'm planning on getting when I actually turn 21. This thing is gorgeous.

[@Muskatnuss1701]

I'm up to 2000 rounds with a mix of Hornady+P 135gr, Gold Dots 147gr and S&Bs 115-124gr. No stoppages whatsoever thus far. The trigger smoothens up after a while on uptake and feels better than an Apex or PPQ, at least to me. It's great, glad you like it too.

[@Militaryarmschannel]

Good to hear. I was shooting it again tonight and each time I shoot it the more I like it.

[@Muskatnuss1701]

Military Arms Channel I know it'll be up to your review and who you'll borrow it to to shoot it, but as a female I love the cocking serrations. Helps a lot with the reach pinching slide racking, especially when it gets hot as like you I ended up shooting for a while. Might be ammo related though I mostly shot bulk S&Bs and it stayed rather mild for a while. Hornadys got hot after 100 rounds, Gold Dots were ok. Keep up the good work. Cheers from Germany.

[@MrRoboskippy]

That looks like a really sweet shooter and at a great price considering its an HK.

[@dirtysanchez7390]

my vp9 is awesome. I have glocks, ppq and so on........ I carry over my glocks hands down. Vp9 with my millennium g2 back up. Say what you want but the guns just work.

[@potsynolls]

Thanks a lot MAC for giving us a goofy thing to consider doing by checking the temperature of a gun. I'd like to hear the reasoning of how this is not silly.

[@AF-O6]

NICE camera work! Great bokeh on the slo-mo intro. Love your reviews, and the professional cinematography just makes it all the better.

[@Militaryarmschannel]

Thanks man, I'm glad you appreciate it.

[@FobusHolsters]

Responding a bit late, but I just want to say our Fobus HK-2 passive retention holster is a perfect fit for the VP9. Tested and verified at the AUSA annual meeting in DC last month.

[@bigstabby]

I haven't wanted a gun for a long time, and honestly never really wanted an H&K. I want this. It's everything I want in a pistol from what I've been reading and I've heard the trigger is perfect. If it meets my expectations when I finally get my hands on one, I'm going to end up selling a couple guns toward this.lol

[@KalderRoel]

I would love to see a comparison video of the VP9 and the PPQ M1 Picked up my PPQ a few months ago and absolutely love it

[@codemannc704]

Great video! Very informative, I really like the new intro; it's a keeper in my opinion.

[@jerryperry7352]

I own both the PPQ in .40 S&W and the VP9 (among others) and my only tough decision is what caliber I want to carry that day! I also own a gen 2 Glock 21 .45 but I cannot compare it to them fairly. It was built way before the technology advancements we see today. Still a great gun though!! I have found some great concealment holsters. The P30 holsters fit pretty well and my Don Hume USP .45 is nearly a perfect fit! H726 NO. 25USP-1. The 25USP may fit even better as it is for the .40 and 9mm

[@Mike41919]

Got mine just a few weeks ago, after taxes 634.....love the thing

[@2steaksandwiches665]

They are $100 more now

[@SnowDog183]

Nice teaser. If you have a PPQ M2 put the VP9 and PPQ M2 head to head. That would be a nice comparison video.

[@Cag57o]

i would like to ty for getting into guns in general i started watching ur vids one day and now im into guns b4 this i was getting drunk at the bar now that bar money goes to trigger time and the range i bought my first firearm at the age of 28 im 31 now and im in love now ty again tim and also cory n erica at rangetime

[@Militaryarmschannel]

Good to hear man, really good to hear.

[@everett8322]

This has one of those wonky lever mag releases, right? Last time I played with a HK at a shop I had to do some fumbling to work that release. Is it worth the extra training with the pistol for the HK quality? Not to mention there's the PPQ M2 with a button release already out there for less.

[@jacklincoln2437]

Six years late but they produce a VP9 model (VP9-B) with a push-button release.

[@USFZeus]

Just picked this up for six bills at my LGS. Great deal. Need to see if I can get a G-Code holster for this soon. Gun is fking sweet to hold. Time to start loading so I can shoot a few hundred through it.

[@Yutter89]

As a service stand point for the 15 rounds, just makes issuing ammunition on large scales easier I believe. Same with the government magazines for M9s

[@DiquanPlayer56]

This gun, is the walther ppx with upgrades, hk walther designs are on the same plate forms

[@PhoenixUSSR]

I would totally get a compact version, all that's in between me and a compact is time. HK should get on with it.

[@crimbizzleA]

Mac, What piece of music does this video open with? Just gave me a killer ear-worm. Pistol looks really nice, good review.

[@22BStan]

can't wait for a carry size model, hopefully soon.

[@jasystems]

Great review the VP9 - never really considered it before, possibly even over the Walther PPQ

[@bdm1000]

Good review and gun. I wish they extended the striker status indicator far enough out so that it was tactile though. I really don't see the point of including one you can't feel it with your finger when reholstering the gun. The PPQ, unlike the P99, doesn't have it at all. What a great feature and a huge miss for most gun manufacturers. I wish my Glock had it. I loved having it on my PPS.

[@DANNYYIM1999]

Wow like the new intro!

[@chrisandmyfriendmikegunran2260]

I love HK I rented the P30 the other day felt so light the ergonomics were great so well balanced definitely better then Glock

[@robedwards6926]

Great review. I have a Walther ppq 5 inch and love it. I recently picked up an HK and it just felt so good in my hand, even better than my Walther. Now I'm itching for a Vp9. Dammit, I need to stop watching gun videos and going to gun shops.

[@Bp6180]

Tim, I know you really like the VP9 and as of now it's your carry gun. I really hope that sometime in the future you will do a review of the Sig P320. I'm riding the fence on which one to purchase.

[@TheTemporalParadox]

Hey MAC, I know you like Wolf ammo for practice. Have you tried any in the VP9? The manual, for whatever reason, states not to use steel case ammo.

[@Tyler91056]

Military Arms Channel is that a new intro theme or just for the hk for now? Also, at some point i would like to see further review on the lionheart lh9 since i am hoping to buy one. I want to know if there are any long term effects on use and if its a truly good buy. Thanks! Huge fan of the channel btw. Keep it up!

[@himmler1007]

I have a VP9 and wow!!! It's the best pistol I have ever shot

[@martinmaxey2064]

It was jaw dropping when I held it. It is so comfy

[@JustinOpinionChannel]

How did your VP9 video escape me before? Well, it was worth the wait. Great stuff. One question if you're keen to share - what's your slomo technique? Mostly camera driven, or augmented with software like Twixtor? I love to do slomo but I can't come anywhere close to that image quality.

[@decodeddiesel]

I had issues I outlined on M4C with a P30 LEM and 115gr ammo. 500 rounds of Ruag 124gr solved the problem and it now eats Wolf and PMC 115gr just fine.

[@Redneck_Engineer]

The intro music is has a very Range Time / Cory07ink feel to it. Nice video MAC

[@JustSumGuy01]

This new theme song should be used for dramatic reviews of new hyped guns...like this one

[@Yornick]

Looks like a good winter/cold climate gun - large trigger guard and tendency to heat up, so it's better to use it while wearing gloves.

[@NarcolypticNinja]

I'm very excited for this to come out, my next handgun to buy. I love M&P's, cannot stand Glock's, and all the reviews favor this new one from H&K as a really great gun. Just wish they'd add a safety line for those of us who want one.

[@legit0101]

You are very deliberate with your articulation. Nice reviewer lol

[@cwby1978]

great video but with the glock 17 same size and holds two extra rounds...... and I never had any ammo troubles with glock even the wolf cheaper stuff.

[@emingerba6030]

Military Arms Channel: you've mentioned that while you've been impressed with H&K VP9, Sig's entry into striker fired guns, P320, left you indifferent. As I'm considering buying one of the two, I'd love to hear your thoughts on why that is. Even better, I'd love to see a comparison video! After all, you've got two well-known companies, traditionally focused on hammer designs, making their first foray into striker territory (not withstanding the pseudo-striker design of VP70). What better opportunity for a comparison segment?

[@Hobbywelder617]

Its a nice pistol, the price point is excellent, seems to be a pretty good purchase. Now if they would make a 10mm model, with some changes, longer barrel, adjustable sights, better twist ratio, the works. As much as I like 1911's, the extra rounds are nice to have. the 9mm is great for personal defense, but lacks on the woods carry side and falls short on the range and bullet weight options. I guess i'm just a weirdo, then again the 10mm may still be popular if the norma loads were still around...

[@sociopathmercenary]

Just noticed the new slo mo footage in your vids. I like!

[@Gollywoggles]

Your vids are the best MAC

[@jordanjenkins6279]

good video, anxiously awaiting the next one

[@Murphy82nd]

You think the reset is very long? Didn't seem that bad in the shop. Anything you can compare it to reset wise?

[@Militaryarmschannel]

Compare it to a Glock. It's longer. It's not bad and I shoot the pistol very well.

[@Murphy82nd]

Military Arms Channel Okay, I am not trying to mince words but to me saying "very long" is pretty strong. Just was odd given the press the pistol has as well as the specs on paper in terms of reset. You say "very long" and people think P30 long.

[@Militaryarmschannel]

Murphy82nd Point taken. Sometimes you don't choose your words as carefully as you could when you speak in public.

[@Murphy82nd]

Military Arms Channel No foul at all. I only brought it up because you seem to choose your words very specifically. It's one of the big reasons I watch your vids. You are willing to call a spade a spade AND tell us why, which isn't all that common on KZbin. I really appreciate it. Thanks for the vid! P.S. - It was a good idea to include that part where you showed the slow motion at regular speed. I had no idea it was slowing it down that much, pretty cool ;).

[@ericjohnson1455]

Military Arms Channel Its a bit shorter than any Glock I own. It's dang near as short as a PPQ.

[@JustinOpinionChannel]

Interesting new opening music. I was expecting to see you in a hockey mask... ;-)

[@generalcarlgustavfleischer368]

Have you tried any version or copy of the german ww2 paratrooper automatic rifle: The FG42?

[@markkrill]

Im really impressed with the Canik TP9 the one with the 4inch barrel is tested by nutnfancy here on you tube. ..definitely worth the $329 bucks and according to nutnfancy a close comparison to the glock 19...and I'll bet worth a look for the price as it will be going up soon, and every bit worth $300 savings over this gun possibly?!! Mark

[@osiris5432]

Was looking at this and the Sig P320. I selected the Sig P320 because i liked the trigger reset better and the smaller form factor compared to the VP9. And the proper set of night sights for $50 less helped too. But I think I will get a VP9 later on when my bank account can handle it. Either way you'll have a wonderful pistol.

[@Militaryarmschannel]

I'm glad you like your 320. I don't care for them. I wanted to like it, but it just doesn't feel good to me nor does it shoot good for me. It's rather bland... plus, I don't get the purpose of the modular system for a handgun. It seems like one of those nifty ideas that serves no practical purpose.

[@SWOgottaGO]

Military Arms Channel You're talking about the VP9 here? Been watching for your videos and taking pointers from you and your experience, looking for a handgun to carry but I can't get to decide. I'm not a big guy as I stand 5'10'' and to me that VP9 seems rather large to me to carry as you said your height was 6'4'' and the VP9 seems nromal for you. I'm from Puerto Rico and gun laws here are horrible. When I decide what handgun I'll get for carry I'll spend like $1500 on the concealed carry licence alone haha. I laugh but it's not funny.

[@Murphy82nd]

I also like the size of the P320 Carry model and I hope HK will come out with something similar (though I imagine a good year or more sadly). The only thing about the P320 to me is the bore axis. Now I own mostly and carry mostly hammer fired pistols, so bore axis isn't a thing I talk about a lot as it is typically high on those. But there's no getting around the fact that borrowing the frame from the P250 like SIG did led to a much higher bore axis than is necessary. No reason for the hand to be so far down the grip. That and the gun feels noticeably top heavy to me, whereas other polymer designs do not (even the SIG Sp2022). To me it's not a full effort from SIG, just a way to recoup money from the development of the P250.

[@osiris5432]

Military Arms Channel I'm one of the few that does like the feel of the P250/P320 family. And so far I shoot it as well as my Glock 17. But I'm not an exceptional pistol marksman. I got the P320 specifically to work with my winter gloves as the Colorado winters can get a little rough. When i tried the VP9 with gloves I found the mag release hard to actuate. And I agree about the useless novelty of the modular system. Just like caliber conversation rifles, you just end up with a lot of extra parts floating around for nearly the same cost of another gun.

[@osiris5432]

Murphy82nd I've never had bore axis be a major impedance for me in 9mm. I go from my CZ-75 with a super low bore axis, to my P-229 with a high one and never noticed a difference in quick fire drills. In hotter calibers like .40 it made a noticeable difference. But I have long sense gotten rid of my .40s. And I'll agree that the P250 was an ill advised venture into DAO. Sharing the frame from the P250 has left the P320 with a couple of it's downfalls. But the mags from the P250 work with the P320(just like the VP9 and P30) and the cost savings of using already established manufacturing processes almost certainly contribute to the P320's lower price.

[@Carmoflage]

how "hot" would a glock 17 be under the same conditions? (same shots fired in the same time, same time between shots fired and temp measurment etc)

[@JCrook1028]

Oh No! New Intro! I loved the old one :(

[@jabroni005]

The Sherpa holster works flawlessly! Idk what he did to his to make it so lose but there is no difference in my p30 .40 and my vp9.

[@intoguns]

Outstanding preview

[@Baldcurious]

Is it me or does it look like PPQ on steroids ?

[@Murphy82nd]

HK P30 was out before the PPQ.

[@sdvten]

Murphy82nd The Walther P99 was out a decade before the HK P30.

[@Murphy82nd]

sdvten Yes it was, but the PPQ has a texture reminiscent of the P30, not the P99.

[@sdvten]

Murphy82nd So what. Look at the overall design and shape of the pistol.

[@Murphy82nd]

sdvten I don't get why you're getting bent out of shape dude. My point is a lot of people say this looks like the PPQ when it looks like a P30 in a striker version. People are acting like HK borrowed the design from Walther when it's just an evolution of their own design.

[@Colyers]

Just picked one up new for $536 shipped! Can't wait.

[@nfareview]

Where? That's close to dealer cost! Like REAL CLOSE

[@Colyers]

Get it while you still can :) palmettostatearmory.com/hk-pistol-vp9-9mm-w-2-15rd-mags-m700009-a5.html

[@Colyers]

After paying tax, transfer fee, etc. Ended up only saving $50-75 of what my local shop could offer.

[@aveng3r89]

nice i just paid one off today for $520 after tax. It was "used" but looked as if it had never been so much as fired before. Still had everything that it came with everything it would have if it had just left the factory. hell most of it was still in its plastic wrap. That is why i like my local gun shop, small family owned/operated decent selection great quality and awesome prices on everything even ammo.

[@filmfan8116]

Nice first look and I look forward to your full review. But I will have to disagree when you refer to this gun as a "full size service pistol." I think this is a common misconception, based on people reading the spec sheet without actually comparing the guns side by side. They are indeed compacts, in the same class as a Glock 19, which holds the same number of rounds. While the frame size height is listed as being closer to that of a G17, the reason glock can get two more rounds in that gun or the same amount in the G19, is because the magazines on Glocks extend down bellow the mag well, while guns like the P30, PPQ, and now the VP9 have more flush fitting magazines. The latter pistols mentioned have a "tang" that extends down bellow the mag well, which is where the extra frame height comes from. When comparing these pistols to my G19 with the mags removed, the G19 is, indeed, significantly shorter in height. But with the magazines inserted, they are much closer, with the G19 only being slightly shorter, with all of the guns mentioned being smaller than a full sized M&P or a G17. If Glock used the same "tang" that reached down to the bottom of the magazines like the other guns, the G19 would be about the same size frame height, while the G17 would be longer. But since I don't know anyone who carries a gun sans magazine, the difference is negligible, IMO. Basically, if you can conceal a G19, you can conceal a PPQ or VP9 just as easily, maybe even easier, since the German pistols are more contoured. I find the sharper edges and more squared off shaped of my Gen4 G19 "catches" my clothing more when I bend down or squat and "prints" more than the other pistols as a result. Not to mention, I find the shape of the German guns to be slightly more comfortable when carrying IWB.

[@Militaryarmschannel]

If you consider a full inch longer grip than a G19 as being in the same class... then yeah, we'll have to disagree. My VP9 is closer to my G17's size than my G19's size.

[@filmfan8116]

Military Arms Channel Again you mention grip height, but did you actually compare the height of the guns with the mags inserted? With the magazines inserted, there is not a full inch between them, I would guess closer to a half an inch difference in height maybe less, do to the Glock magazines extending further beyond the grip of the gun. That is a lot less of a gain in height than I get going to a full sized M&P from my G19 (I don't have a G17 to compare). My point is, they are smaller than full sized hand guns and I would say closer to (although not quite as small as) a G19 than they are to a G17 or full size M&P, especially when it comes to being able to conceal them.

[@filmfan8116]

Military Arms Channel To put it another way, one of the gripes I always see when it comes to this size of gun is "I can get the same number of rounds in a smaller G19. So why would I want to carry this?" My point being the frame heights listed on the spec sheets don't take into account the fact that the Glock mags extend bellow the mag well, reducing the difference in height. Thus, if you can carry a G19, you can carry the VP9 or similar sized pistols just as easily, IMO.

[@MajorBurns]

HA.. "I wouldn't say it's PPQ good" My favorite part. I love my Walther PPQ..I wish she came in.40 cal tho great video

[@aznelite325]

+Major Burns but the PPQ does come in .40... and will soon be available in .45

[@90500444]

Hey Mac my father passed down his 45 and a bunch of ammo and one box really stood out to me which is a box of Winchester ranger sxt controlled expansion 45 automatic and I researched it and they stop making them in 1999 and I can't find out price for a box today any ideas how much it's worth

[@RTCalibre]

Im jealous, really hope i get a hold of one by the end of the year.

[@tannerw.1609]

On your follow up review, would you spend some time talking about the trigger? Very turned onto this gun, but the lack of a short-reset is a little disappointing. Thanks!

[@stanleyshort8742]

The PPQ has a longer trigger guard also. I notice you haven't given it much thought as your carry. I was just curious as to why?

[@BJBK09]

Just picked one up. Very accurate. The one thing I didn't like is that the slide was not locking back on the last round. Might have to change my grip. Have you had any problems?

[@roymorris03]

Great my credit card will soon be maxed out again cant wait to buy one.

[@AndreMT2720]

Very cool! Thank you for the first impressions. I may have to get one in a single shot exemption model since in live in the republic of California. Crappy laws. Always wanted an HK, I've just never had the coin. This new offering changes that problem significantly.

[@CPHannigan]

Does the single shot exemption still work after the new micro-stamp law went into effect this year?

[@SimplePhill]

What is a "single shot exemption" if you don't mind me asking? I've never heard of that.

[@parkpower]

6236003 It's not a joke. to purchase a new firearm on the market not on the CA roster, I believe you can get one if it's modified to "single shot" lol.

[@AndreMT2720]

Single shot exemption means that the pistol is converted to an Olympic single shot style pistol that entails blocking off the magwell so no magazine can be inserted and adding a 8 inch barrel. Most places that offer this service ask you to come back after picking up the pistol so they can give you all the original parts to convert it back to its standard configuration at your own risk. I'm unsure of any micro stamping issue this might pose but I am sure it won't be a problem. Plus, any micro stamp can be removed with a little sanding or the purchase of a different extractor anyway. California might have some crap gun laws but we're not Chicago and the majority of us are smart enough to find clever ways to circumvent Nancy and her cronies.

[@SimplePhill]

feelitout And you just change it back to it's original condition after it's in your possession? That's what it looked like to me when I read up on it.

[@1stidvet553]

digging the new music

[@ap1986]

I want this pistol so bad, But like you said i want to hold out and see if they come out with a compact. Only enough money to buy one lol

[@mikearonson8201]

Great filming!

[@doktorkalt2389]

Now this was a nice surprise.

[@OhioConcealed]

Another excellent review.

[@newdefsys]

Seems like HK is diluting their pistol line. They got the VP9, P30, HK45, P2000, USP & MK23.

[@thebigb39]

Can't wait for a compact version .

[@RockIslandguy]

Great video. 1 thing. You said that it doesn't have a safety. It actually has at least 3 internal safeties doesn't it?