did not even know they made a commander Classic. IMHO, the classic and the bob marvel are their finest works. lots of detail on them. perfect fit inthe hand.
Great write up and review of a phenomenal pistol. Your gov SS Classic was the first NHC that jumped out at me to the extent that it did. This one has the same effect. I agree with you about the slide stop, awesome. Not many Hawks on the kali roster but I got to fondle one a couple weeks ago and it was nice. If it had been a SS Classic of either size and any caliber, I’d have picked it up in 10 days. They are my favorite Hawks. Sweet score.
@Bender I have been looking high and low for a nice NHC Classic commander in 9mm. Days have come and gone without a glimpse of this unicorn. Frustration has led me to making inquiries of total strangers on the street. No love.
So, I am dragging my butt back to this fine review thread. Please consider this searcher’s wish worthy. I would love to be added to your dibs list, should you ever decide to sell this fine Hawk.
I was researching the last two guns on my “buy list” when I found your review. So now you know when my search began and why I am jumping back in. Thanks again for sharing your range report and observations. Have a great day.
That's one great looking pistol. I share your admiration of Nighthawk, I think they're a great company. Of course build time is getting extreme, but if a few hundred of the members would stop ordering Hawks the order time would be greatly reduced. I have several Hawks and I love them all, no issues for me.
As far as grips, how about putting a set of mammoth ivory on them? I have a set of cross cuts on mine, but it's only a range gun, cross cuts are not for carry. IMHO, the ivory really sets the tone for a great looking gun, only makes it more better The 2nd pic is the Classic w/ the original grips, I think the ivory makes it much more better, but see for yourself.
Thanks for taking the time to write this up @Bender . Nighthawk should hire you for their marketing department. You can make everyone want one of these.
( Can you do their Bull next? )
I think Nighthawk will send you one.
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Or at least get it at a 30% discount.
I've heard (page after page after page) that's what the you tube folks get. 🤣
It along with the classic are my two favorite nighthawk models. Now I think we need an updated pic to see the grips you decided on.
Thanks again for taking the time to do this I found it informative and very entertaining. Several smiles along the way.
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