Im lookinf for a side are and i came across a bran new fn for $400. The reviews i read was straddeling the fence as far as quality.. some good some bad. Anyone here own one? Any suggestions on a good 40 or 45 cal price rang from 400 to about 650?
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Thanks guys, ive been wanting an fn, because i have an fn rifle and i found this one. I was kust kinda scared because of the reviews. I agree with you on the glock tho thats what ive been carrying, glock 45. Maybe ill throw a couple hundred and get a sig 220
Thanks guys, ive been wanting an fn, because i have an fn rifle and i found this one. I was kust kinda scared because of the reviews. I agree with you on the glock tho thats what ive been carrying, glock 45. Maybe ill throw a couple hundred and get a sig 220
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The FN Pistol line overall is somewhat of a hidden gem IMHO. I currently own an FNP45 that was actually my first experience owning a .45 cal handgun and I've thoroughly enjoyed that pistol from its first range trip. Very "shootable" I was quite surprised how accurate it was for me my first time out and it hasn't disappointed since. I've also demoed FNP and FNX 9s and if I weren't so heavily invested in my M&Ps I'd seriously consider one for EDC.
Not sure where you've seen the "mixed" reviews (although I'm sure some can be found, as is the case with pretty-much any firearm). Everything I've seen/read about the FN Pistol line has been overwhelmingly positive, as has my experience.
The FN Pistol line overall is somewhat of a hidden gem IMHO. I currently own an FNP45 that was actually my first experience owning a .45 cal handgun and I've thoroughly enjoyed that pistol from its first range trip. Very "shootable" I was quite surprised how accurate it was for me my first time out and it hasn't disappointed since. I've also demoed FNP and FNX 9s and if I weren't so heavily invested in my M&Ps I'd seriously consider one for EDC.
Not sure where you've seen the "mixed" reviews (although I'm sure some can be found, as is the case with pretty-much any firearm). Everything I've seen/read about the FN Pistol line has been overwhelmingly positive, as has my experience.
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Great pistol, I own two FN guns and I am always impressed with their designs. I do like the M&P 40 over the FNP but not by very much, and all personal preference issues nothing in regards to function or performance. 400.00 is a good deal.
Great pistol, I own two FN guns and I am always impressed with their designs. I do like the M&P 40 over the FNP but not by very much, and all personal preference issues nothing in regards to function or performance. 400.00 is a good deal.
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I own a FNP-45 USG and FNS-9, but would also very much suggest getting a FNX in 9 or 40.
I own a FNP-45 USG and FNS-9, but would also very much suggest getting a FNX in 9 or 40.
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I have an FNP-9 and have had zero problems with it.
The break in period will have brass flying towards your head (wear a baseball cap,) but after about 300 rounds the recoil spring/black magic will loosen up enough to eject the spent cartridges correctly.
I haven't had a single jam or failure to fire with this weapon and I've put about 1500 rounds down the pipe.
It's a good solid handgun and I recommend it to everyone.
I have an FNP-9 and have had zero problems with it.
The break in period will have brass flying towards your head (wear a baseball cap,) but after about 300 rounds the recoil spring/black magic will loosen up enough to eject the spent cartridges correctly.
I haven't had a single jam or failure to fire with this weapon and I've put about 1500 rounds down the pipe.
It's a good solid handgun and I recommend it to everyone.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Aur0ra145</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have an FNP-9 and have had zero problems with it.
The break in period will have brass flying towards your head (wear a baseball cap,) but after about 300 rounds the recoil spring/black magic will loosen up enough to eject the spent cartridges correctly.
I haven't had a single jam or failure to fire with this weapon and I've put about 1500 rounds down the pipe.
It's a good solid handgun and I recommend it to everyone. </div></div>
Is that normal for a gun? I had a HK usp that would not cycle 115 gr, and with 124s it was hitting my face. It went back 2 times and I fired at least 400 rounds before I sold it. My Springer TRP and XD have ran fine. I just could not justify keeping a 950 dollar gun that if I needed to use for defense would hit my eyes with hot brass.
Guess I could have kept running rounds but it really sucks when the brass gets caught between your glasses and your face while you have a loaded gun in your hand!
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Aur0ra145</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have an FNP-9 and have had zero problems with it.
The break in period will have brass flying towards your head (wear a baseball cap,) but after about 300 rounds the recoil spring/black magic will loosen up enough to eject the spent cartridges correctly.
I haven't had a single jam or failure to fire with this weapon and I've put about 1500 rounds down the pipe.
It's a good solid handgun and I recommend it to everyone. </div></div>
Is that normal for a gun? I had a HK usp that would not cycle 115 gr, and with 124s it was hitting my face. It went back 2 times and I fired at least 400 rounds before I sold it. My Springer TRP and XD have ran fine. I just could not justify keeping a 950 dollar gun that if I needed to use for defense would hit my eyes with hot brass.
Guess I could have kept running rounds but it really sucks when the brass gets caught between your glasses and your face while you have a loaded gun in your hand!
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I had a FNP9 for awhile (traded into it) and it was a good shooter, comfortable to shoot, decent trigger.
The only reason I got rid of it is that I'm so invested in the Glock platform I didn't want to rebuy mags and holsters for a new platform.
I had a FNP9 for awhile (traded into it) and it was a good shooter, comfortable to shoot, decent trigger.
The only reason I got rid of it is that I'm so invested in the Glock platform I didn't want to rebuy mags and holsters for a new platform.
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I currently own an FNP45 Tactical and i love it. I guess it will depend on what you want to use it for. I really like the fact that it can be decocked and carried in double action. I haven't ever had an issue with it.
I currently own an FNP45 Tactical and i love it. I guess it will depend on what you want to use it for. I really like the fact that it can be decocked and carried in double action. I haven't ever had an issue with it.
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Thanks guys
Thanks guys
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I've been craving a FNP.45 Tactical ever since hearing Skinney fire his with the Ti-Rant.
give's me that warm fuzzy feeling.
.45 suppressor might be my next can...they I won't have an excuse for NOT buying a .45 hand gun.
I've been craving a FNP.45 Tactical ever since hearing Skinney fire his with the Ti-Rant.
give's me that warm fuzzy feeling.
.45 suppressor might be my next can...they I won't have an excuse for NOT buying a .45 hand gun.
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I like everything about it except the way it feels, or I would on one. Great features, good quality, shoots greats.
I like everything about it except the way it feels, or I would on one. Great features, good quality, shoots greats.
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The FNP was replaced by the FNX which is now being replaced by the FNS.
Why would you want to get something 2 generations old? It's not that good of a price.
As far as a 40/45 in that price range, get a S&W M&P. Remember, that's the gun the Belgians picked OVER their own FN pistols as their new service handgun.
The FNP was replaced by the FNX which is now being replaced by the FNS.
Why would you want to get something 2 generations old? It's not that good of a price.
As far as a 40/45 in that price range, get a S&W M&P. Remember, that's the gun the Belgians picked OVER their own FN pistols as their new service handgun.
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I love my 45 tactical but it does have a large grip if you are after a cheap good gun sig 2022 or the original xd pistols are still being made either can be had for 400.00 + or - a few dollars
I love my 45 tactical but it does have a large grip if you are after a cheap good gun sig 2022 or the original xd pistols are still being made either can be had for 400.00 + or - a few dollars
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KSwift</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The FNP was replaced by the FNX which is now being replaced by the FNS.
Why would you want to get something 2 generations old? It's not that good of a price.
As far as a 40/45 in that price range, get a S&W M&P. Remember, that's the gun the Belgians picked OVER their own FN pistols as their new service handgun. </div></div>
Not that it matters but I wonder if price point would have anything to do with that decision since both have to be imported from the US, seems S&W has been trying really hard to get a large portion of large contracts for LE and military.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KSwift</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The FNP was replaced by the FNX which is now being replaced by the FNS.
Why would you want to get something 2 generations old? It's not that good of a price.
As far as a 40/45 in that price range, get a S&W M&P. Remember, that's the gun the Belgians picked OVER their own FN pistols as their new service handgun. </div></div>
Not that it matters but I wonder if price point would have anything to do with that decision since both have to be imported from the US, seems S&W has been trying really hard to get a large portion of large contracts for LE and military.
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I've got an fnp 9mm and its a great pistol so far. Accurate, comfortable and reliable. Never had any problems with it.
I've got an fnp 9mm and its a great pistol so far. Accurate, comfortable and reliable. Never had any problems with it.
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