Anyone here into firearms?

BlackZeda · 01-02-2012, 12:02 PM

I wanted to get some opinions about two models of H&Ks. I will be using it for a concealed carry firearm and most likely get an IWB holster. The two models I am considering are the P30 and the P2000SK. Right now I am favoring the P2000SK since it is about a half inch shorter.

Which one would your recommend?

MacCool · 01-02-2012, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackZeda

I wanted to get some opinions about two models of H&Ks. I will be using it for a concealed carry firearm and most likely get an IWB holster. The two models I am considering are the P30 and the P2000SK. Right now I am favoring the P2000SK since it is about a half inch shorter.

Which one would your recommend?

Between those two, for concealed carry, I'd get the P2000SK. Its form factor makes it more suitable for that purpose. It's important that you actually handle both the P2000SK and the P30 though...there's a significant difference in the grip ergonomics. Some people like one and hate the other, and vice-versa. Personally, I prefer the P30's grip, but for concealed carry (which I rarely do) I went with the much smaller and thinner Walther PPS in 9mm. I didn't care for the Glock 26, nor the M&P 9c...grip was too fat and too short for me to be comfortable with.

BlackZeda · 01-02-2012, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MacCool

Between those two, for concealed carry, I'd get the P2000SK. Its form factor makes it more suitable for that purpose. It's important that you actually handle both the P2000SK and the P30 though...there's a significant difference in the grip ergonomics. Some people like one and hate the other, and vice-versa. Personally, I prefer the P30's grip, but for concealed carry (which I rarely do) I went with the much smaller and thinner Walther PPS in 9mm. I didn't care for the Glock 26, nor the M&P 9c...grip was too fat and too short for me to be comfortable with.

Unfortunately it seems that no one around town has P30s in stock, and the grip options are really appealing. On the other hand I have found a couple P2000SKs for really good prices around town, so I am at least going to check them out. I understand that the P2000SK does have adjustable grip options as well (which it at least has that on a Glock).

Since it is so small and I have a second concealed carry class this weekend (and I don't hate it) I might just pick it up today. I love my Full size USP .45 and .40SW and am planning on picking up a HK45 sometime this year, so I don't think it would be a bad move to get the P2000SK in any case as you can see I am a big fan of H&Ks!

Thanks for the feedback fellas...I will let you know how it turns out!

MacCool · 01-02-2012, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackZeda

Unfortunately it seems that no one around town has P30s in stock, and the grip options are really appealing. On the other hand I have found a couple P2000SKs for really good prices around town, so I am at least going to check them out. I understand that the P2000SK does have adjustable grip options as well (which it at least has that on a Glock).

Since it is so small and I have a second concealed carry class this weekend (and I don't hate it) I might just pick it up today. I love my Full size USP .45 and .40SW and am planning on picking up a HK45 sometime this year, so I don't think it would be a bad move to get the P2000SK in any case as you can see I am a big fan of H&Ks!

Thanks for the feedback fellas...I will let you know how it turns out!

If you're comfortable with the grip, the P2000SK is a good pistol and will serve you well. Try to avoid the LEM trigger option. One tip, get plenty of magazines. They're notorious for being expensive and hard to get, and may get more so as the presidential election heats up if it looks like BO is getting the edge. Some of their earlier magazines had spring problems. IIRC, you can use USP mags, although they stick out at the bottom.

nuTinmuch · 01-04-2012, 12:25 AM

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I would also like to point out a couple other things that may be in play with the declining crime rates:

I don't think so. I think the real reasons won't be revealed for another decade or two, at the very least. History isn't the same as journalism, and until we are politically disconnected from the era, it'll all be seen through a red/blue perspective.

Also, as the resident hyper-liberal, I have to bite my tongue to comply with the forum rules.

ImportConvert · 01-04-2012, 02:55 AM

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I don't think so. I think the real reasons won't be revealed for another decade or two, at the very least. History isn't the same as journalism, and until we are politically disconnected from the era, it'll all be seen through a red/blue perspective.

Also, as the resident hyper-liberal, I have to bite my tongue to comply with the forum rules.

At least you seem to be a liberal with some brains. *logic defied*

MacCool · 01-04-2012, 03:44 PM

Just picked this rifle up. Kind of a whim purchase...the more I read about .17HMR, the more intrigued I became. Got a Muskrat problem in the non-winter months and have to be careful of ricochets off the water. And my buddy has a pack of coyotes and probably at least one wolf harassing his horses. Can't shoot the wolves, of course

but once I get this new .17HMR Henry scoped, we're going to get out the squealing fawn call and the electronic rabbit and solve the problem.

This thing has one of the best out-of-the-box triggers I've ever seen on a factory rifle. It's a nice piece of work.

semtex · 01-04-2012, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by MacCool

Just picked this rifle up. Kind of a whim purchase...the more I read about .17HMR, the more intrigued I became. Got a Muskrat problem in the non-winter months and have to be careful of ricochets off the water. And my buddy has a pack of coyotes and probably at least one wolf harassing his horses. Can't shoot the wolves, of course

but once I get this new .17HMR Henry scoped, we're going to get out the squealing fawn call and the electronic rabbit and solve the problem.

This thing has one of the best out-of-the-box triggers I've ever seen on a factory rifle. It's a nice piece of work.

That's a fine looking rifle, sir.

BlackZeda · 01-04-2012, 08:26 PM

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Just picked this rifle up...

That sure is a shiny rifle for sure. I almost have to put sunglasses on when looking at the picture. Very nice.

I was reading up on that ammo as well...cool concept. If it weren't for the price of the ammo I would probably have picked up a FN FiveSeven by now. I am sure the .17 hornaday ammo is a LOT more reasonable.

BlackZeda · 01-04-2012, 08:48 PM

I installed the bigger backstrap insert which makes the gun fit even better in my hand. Right now I am dry firing the hell out of it practicing for the DA first round.

After trying a few holsters I punted and bought the one shown. It is a Galco...Is anyone familiar with that brand? Their other holsters were leather and very nice. There is a gun show this weekend so I think I might look for a paddle holster. It is all a moot point as I am still waiting on my concealed handgun permit.

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BlackZeda A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Englewood, CO Posts: 1,109 Drives: 19 Audi TT RS Rep Power: 23	H&K P2000SK or P30 for concealed carry? I wanted to get some opinions about two models of H&Ks. I will be using it for a concealed carry firearm and most likely get an IWB holster. The two models I am considering are the P30 and the P2000SK. Right now I am favoring the P2000SK since it is about a half inch shorter. Which one would your recommend?

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MacCool A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,349 Drives: 370Z PW 2014 Rep Power: 18	Just picked this rifle up. Kind of a whim purchase...the more I read about .17HMR, the more intrigued I became. Got a Muskrat problem in the non-winter months and have to be careful of ricochets off the water. And my buddy has a pack of coyotes and probably at least one wolf harassing his horses. Can't shoot the wolves, of course but once I get this new .17HMR Henry scoped, we're going to get out the squealing fawn call and the electronic rabbit and solve the problem. This thing has one of the best out-of-the-box triggers I've ever seen on a factory rifle. It's a nice piece of work.

01-04-2012, 08:48 PM	#10 (permalink)
BlackZeda A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Englewood, CO Posts: 1,109 Drives: 19 Audi TT RS Rep Power: 23	I installed the bigger backstrap insert which makes the gun fit even better in my hand. Right now I am dry firing the hell out of it practicing for the DA first round. After trying a few holsters I punted and bought the one shown. It is a Galco...Is anyone familiar with that brand? Their other holsters were leather and very nice. There is a gun show this weekend so I think I might look for a paddle holster. It is all a moot point as I am still waiting on my concealed handgun permit.