H&K usp 9mm

[Guest Zombie Response Medic]

I am thinking on buying a H&K usp 9mm my friend has. It us an older H&K but is in great shape. Around 500-750 rounds down the pipe. Does anyone have any experience with these? Any issues? Any models to stay away from?

[atlas3025]

I briefly had a USP 9mm, but didn't have much experience with it. I have a LOT of experience with the USP 45 and the USP Compact 9, and love both pistols. The big USP 45 is my favorite handgun of all that I have ever owned. It is a great shooter, eats anything I feed it, and just points extremely well in my hand.

A note: the rails on USP's are not picatinny which, depending on what you want to attach, may require an adapter. I have one of the Mk 2 USP lights on mine, which was made for it and so fits perfectly.

Take note of which varient it is. Most are the standard (variant 1) right-hand models that are SA/DA with decocker on the gun's left side for your right thumb. They can be carried cocked and locked. Some have it on the other side, some are DAO. I do not know how the different variants impact pricing, but the standard model I mention above is likely the most popular.

Here is a list: http://en.wikipedia....ch_USP#Variants

Edited May 29, 2012 by atlas3025

[kwe45919]

I've had 2 pass through my hands over the years. Don't get me wrong but I'm not a fan of H&K. Their weapons I've owned have been flawless in their operation but they just don't "fit" me or my hands to well. I have a few friends who swear by theirs but they've never had any issues with'em.

I'd say if the price is right, you'll be happy.

[Ropin4gold]

I like em, carried a USP 40 fullsize for a couple of years when I first got my permit.

[quietguy]

It is pretty hard to beat the HK USP platforms, IMHO. The V1 allows you several distinct carry options. If you prefer a different system, you simply change a module and/or a couple of springs.

[hornett22]

HK is the best in my opinion. A little pricey but they always go bang. I had a USP once that would literally feed empty cases. I haven't tried it with my current carry gun which is a full sized USP 45. If you have larger hands you will like them. If you have smaller hands the HK45 might be better for you. I had one and din't like the finger groves so I went back to the USP.

If you're ever down to the Knoxville area,you're welcome to shoot mine.