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P210's and Hi Powers by Nighthawk

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I went in to my LGS for some cleaning patches and Slip EWL, but, as always is the case, my eyes spotted a couple pistols I MUST have. What I really have been thinking about is the new Sig p210 Target model. I know they have changed it a little bit, but I don't think any of those changes have harmed the p210's character. I want to buy a target model with the better sights and switch the grip over to the standard type. I was able to handle it and it feels incredibly good. The trigger is outstanding (maybe not as good as a great 1911 trigger, but I'd be splitting hairs) and it is tuned for serious accuracy with the break coming at 3lbs, if that. The thumb safety is a work of art and after disengaging it with a nice positive click, the shape lends itself perfectly to my thumb placement. Just a really great pistol with the kind of history behind it that I really enjoy.
Forgot to take a picture, so here's one off the internet to make this post more tolerable for those who must have a visual reference:
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(second pic shows the standard model with the grips I would put onto my Target model)

I am very close to pulling the trigger on a p210 Target. Unfortunately, I saw a Nighthawk Hi Power in the next case over and I was blown away by the fit, finish and the trigger. I've probably put a few hundred rounds through a couple different Browning Hi Powers and while that isn't a ton of experience, I was able to come to the conclusion that the trigger just wasn't what I was looking for in a single action pistol. This Nighthawk on the other hand had a fantastic trigger. It was crisp and seemed to break at maybe 3.5lbs. The Beavertail was the perfect length and the grips really looks good. This is one hell of a Hi Power.

This is a picture of one that is exactly like the one I handled:
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Now, the Hi Power is around twice the price of the p210, so I can't say it's likely that I'll be picking up that one any time soon. Also, I really love the look of the low bore axis with the slide riding inside of the p210 frame and the beautifully sculpted controls. I think it should be thought of as a classic just like the 1911 and the Hi Power. For $1,600, I'll be picking one up soon.

For anyone that owns Hi Power by Nighthawk, you have one hell of a Hi Power and I hope you enjoy.
 
#3 ·
I would love to see pictures of this! I’ve always believed that the p210 would be an incredible gun for a high quality smith to work on. The old ones of course, with their locking lug type barrels and a fair amount of hand fitting, but I truly believe the new ones from Sig are really well thought out.
They did away with the locking lugs and now use a locked breech just like a p226. The mag release is in a better spot now, in my opinion and the thumb safety is a work of art (again, just my humble opinion).
 
#6 ·
I had a P210 Target and contemplated using it as a carry gun but my impression was that there was more barrel flip than needed in a 9mm and so it was a little weaker at follow up shots, combat type shooting. I am no Jerry Miculek so take that for what it is worth. But it was very accurate, well built, and I think for its intended purpose (target shooting) it was a great gun.
 
#7 ·
I just received a few P210 into inventory. If you decide you want one. It can be delivered for under $1500

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#13 · (Edited)
And what would that be? Apart from wobblie's 1907 Savage "Ten Rounds Quick" magazine, it seems complete to me.

As to the OP, FN dropped the Browning just as Nighthawk was revving up to customize them, so there aren't likely many in existence while the P210A is in production. I understand they have already dropped the fixed sight Standard model, though.
 
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#18 ·
Jim w. said:
As to the OP, FN dropped the Browning just as Nighthawk was revving up to customize them, so there aren't likely many in existence while the P210A is in production. I understand they have already dropped the fixed sight Standard model, though.
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As I recall, NH purchased 1000 Hi Powers w/full parts kits (all in the white and unmachined) from FN/Browning, massaged them appropriately, and commenced marketing them as “One in a Thousand” (albeit without any custom serial numbers or markings) in 2017. I bought mine 11/24/2017 at Shoot Straight’s home store in Apopka Florida. I do love shooting it. Based on that Hi Power, I would very much like to own a NH 1911 Commander in 9mm; the stars have just not aligned properly yet to allow that.

I suspect that if NH wanted to offer more Hi Powers now, they would probably use Regent’s Hi Power clones (as Cylinder and Slide is presently doing) as a base.
 
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