Is the Hi-Power better than a 1911?

The BHP is reliable, accurate, and has outstanding ergonomics. The Hi-Power retains a lot of 1911 DNA, with a hammer-fired single-action operation (actually Saive’s idea; Browning started with a striker-fired design) and a frame-mounted manual safety that only engages when the hammer is cocked.

Whats the difference between 1911 and Browning Hi Power?

Hi-Power: 9 mm and . 40 S&W. Beyond that, the 1911 is single-stacked, barrel-linked, with a grip safety whereas the Hi-Power is double-stacked, non-barrel-linked, with no grip safety. The Hi-Power also has a magazine disconnect.

What’s the difference between a Hi-Power and a 1911?

Here’s how I see some of the differences, starting at the muzzle: The lack of a removable barrel bushing in the Hi-Power makes disassembly much easier. On the other hand you can replace a worn bushing on a 1911 to bring back accuracy, and new barrels are easier to fit to a bushing than to a slide.

Should you conceal carry a bhp or a 1911?

Be aware, though, that if you’re going to concealed carry a BHP or a 1911, you’re making a commitment. The Browning Hi Power is one, among many, of the classic guns designed by John Moses Browning. He didn’t actually complete it, dying of a heart attack halfway through the project.

Is the Browning Hi Power a good pistol for concealed carry?

In either case, the end result is a pistol with some serious pedigree. Be aware, though, that if you’re going to concealed carry a BHP or a 1911, you’re making a commitment. The Browning Hi Power is one, among many, of the classic guns designed by John Moses Browning.

How big is the barrel on a 1911?

Mention a 1911. Drives them nuts! The base model, called the Government frame, features a 5-inch barrel, standing 8.5 inches long, 5.5 inches tall and usually 1.2 inches wide at the controls but about 0.9 inches at the slide, which makes it popular for IWB carry just like the BHP.