Hi-Point 995 Carbine

[Pfletch83]

I've had mine for at least a decade (Mine is one of the originals).

I first wanted one after a review of it and the Ruger PC-9 (before the ghost ring style sights were added to the Ruger) and the Hi-point gave it a good drubbing down range performance wise.

Something that at the time cost $219.00 (what I remember paying for mine) winning in an accuracy shoot out with a $400-$500.00 carbine (PC-9).

While those that say it is "too cheap and ugly to be worth anything" should try one before judging it based on looks and price alone.

Mine has ran with just about any type of ammo I have put through it (I haven't tried the wolf steel cased stuff or shotshells,due to respect for the weapon) It will work well with all other types of ammo (brass and aluminum cased).

It is a light weight,reliable,and accurate firearm that is hard to beat in my opinion.

I like the 995 so much that I'm going to be picking 2-3 more later on.

[FTG-05]

I had one, bought it back in '97 or '98. It sat from at least '99 to 2011 when I sold it for about what I paid for it. Very poor design as far as being able to take it down to clean it etc. I *believe* mine was pretty reliable, I don't recall any problems with it not firing when it was supposed to. The trigger was horrible and pretty much non-fixable.

Recoil was surprisingly higher than what I would have expected, too bad since part of the reason for getting it was for my then 10 year old daughter - she hated firing it due to recoil.

It's other big weakness was the single stack magazine due probably to the AWB then in place.

I sent it back to HP due to a part missing, they sent it back within two weeks with a free magazine and didn't charge me a thing. This was over 11 years after I bought it.

Bottom Line: Poor design horribly executed, at least for the late 90's versions, from a company with excellent customer service.

[Pfletch83]

The only issue I've had with mine is that the small set screw that held the front sight in place worked loose (but to be fair that was after about a thousand rounds were sent down range,not counting the spills me and the 995 had taken on uneven rocky ground over the years)

other than the front sight being lost the weapon is still in working order,much like the day I bought it.

[mort the blunt]

I liked the 4595 I fired. It was the first gun my brother ever fired too. I'm thinking of getting one for my next gun if I can resist an SKS or a Mosin.

[theotherwaldo]

Just picked up an extra stock for my Hi-Point 995. Got my Dremel, files, epoxy, and a bunch of different 9mm high-cap mags.

It's Bubba time!

-And I'll still have an intact stock, just in case the operation is a failure.

[TCB in TN]

I bought one several years back for my wife to use for home defense. It was ugly as sin, but shot very well. I ran all kinds of cheap ammo through it and never had a problem (several thousand rounds). It was actually a fun little gun, and it was one that my kids, nephews, and a lot of my friends all wanted to shoot when we went out to target practice. I ended up getting rid of it when my wife started shooting a pistol and got her CHL. A buddy of mine wanted it for his wife!

[therewolf]

I just got a NIB 995TS.

It comes with rails, sling, swivels, and adjustment tool.

It has a shock-absorbing stock.

Not that it's my cup of tea, but it has a tacticool look.

The Manufacturer gives an unlimited warranty.

The company is based in Ohio, it's all- American product.

15 round mags are currently available.

Mine shoots well, is light, and gives very little recoil.

You may find your LGS has a back-order for them...

[rondog]

I can't offer any opinions of the Hi-Point pistols, not sure I've ever even held one. But I have a 4095 carbine and two 995's, and they're great fun to shoot! Very accurate and reliable, and ugly as hell. Never any problems with them, outstanding warranties and customer service, but they're just not meant to be pretty. They're meant to shoot accurately, reliably, and affordably, which they do very well. I wouldn't hesitate to use any of them for social work. The .40 can handle some pretty hot loads with ease.

[therewolf]

I can't offer any opinions of the Hi-Point pistols, not sure I've ever even held one. But I have a 4095 carbine and two 995's, and they're great fun to shoot! Very accurate and reliable, and ugly as hell. Never any problems with them, outstanding warranties and customer service, but they're just not meant to be pretty. They're meant to shoot accurately, reliably, and affordably, which they do very well. I wouldn't hesitate to use any of them for social work. The .40 can handle some pretty hot loads with ease.

These carbines are the dawn of a new day at Hi-Point.

I wonder if they'll start making a bolt-action, or scout? I'd

try one...

[mort the blunt]

I've used em' a few times. It's made me a firm believer in Hi-Point and in PCC's

[Carl N. Brown]

Have not owned one, but have shot one (995) that a fellow shooter at the range always seemed bring for Lady's Day and other shooting events. Ran perfectly with anything fed it including Wally World bulk pack and Wolf. Hit decently with a red dot at 100 yd targets.

It is not pleasing to the eye, and a traditionalist would probably rather rip their eyeballs out and stomp on 'em than look again.

The folks who would love to flaunt how much they spendt on a gun at Rich Wyatt's would probably turn up their nose at the MSRP alone.

If you like utilitarian designs that simply work and are affordable, it is a thing of beauty.

[therewolf]

If you like utilitarian designs that simply work and are affordable, it is a thing of beauty.

I got one a while back, based on positive owner feedback.

I was impressed at what you get for the money.

The Tac stock is ready to mount accessories straight

out of the box, the very functional, if simple, sling, and

the assurance of a top-of-the-line warranty.


They seem to have been built for a red dot...

[armoredman]

I looked at the HP home page, didn't see any 15 round mags listed. I remember the original - we had a few at the shop I worked at, and the stocks split lengthwise down the seam on two of them before we sold them.
I wouldn't mind trying the newer versions, and I have to agree - any company offering an unlimited lifetime warranty means they're probably providing a quality item, otherwise they'd go broke replacing broken firearms.

[therewolf]

I looked at the HP home page, didn't see any 15 round mags listed.

IIRC, they are aftermarket, either interarms or mec-gar...

[theotherwaldo]

I've had so much fun with the 995 that I'm getting its big brother in .45acp.

[therewolf]

Pro-Mag makes the 15-shot mag.

They also have a lifetime warranty=

#HIP-A3...

[nalioth]

Pro-Mag makes the 15-shot mag.

They also have a lifetime warranty=

#HIP-A3...

The "lifetime warranty" of Pro-Mag has long been quantified to this:

When buying ProMags, buy 3 for every 1 that you actually plan on using.

Reason?

One will always be on the way back to ProMag for warranty work.
One will always be on the way back from ProMag after warranty work.

One will be getting ready to break while you're using it.

[herohog]

I broke down and bought a 995TS when it became apparent that I wasn't going to be able to replace my SUB200 for less than $800!
She shoots a single ragged hole at 23 yards and is on the heavy side but is very reliable!
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As to Hi-Points reliability/Durability, I refer you to these:
Check out this series of videos where these guys set out to destroy one to show what piles of junk they were and found out that it was almost indestructible!

Hi-Point Pistols: The Ultimate Test
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbvvurXmAmg

Hi-Point Pistols: The Ultimate Test RELOADED
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmt5QB814Tw

Hi-Point Pistols: The Ultimate Test MAN VS HI POINT
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FoWpog5KU4

So what happened to that Hi Point?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_HXtEvjlGg

Hi-Point Pistols The Ultimate Test Part 4: Judgement Day
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKkQm5TRaWE

PLEASE watch all of them for a real eye opening experience that will astound you and while it probably won't make ya run out and buy one you WILL have to have a much better opinion of the guns if you are honest with yourself to ANY degree.

Here is another of a series I just ran across with a nice real world evaluation of one: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24Ch_IQg-io

PS: I have nothing to do with the videos or Hi-Point. I am just a guy who has sold (formal FFL), owned and shot several.

[Combat Diver]

All of you Hi-Point owners note that it is listed by name on Fiensteins AW Ban of 2013 List. I've recently acquired a HiPoint .45 pistol that well heavy does work.


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[Carl N. Brown]

It is a bummer that a thread on the HiPoint Carbine gets bumped due to a reanimation of the dead AWB, but sich are the times we live in.

The Hi-Point 1995 model was deliberately designed to be compliant with the federal 1994 Assault Weapons Ban, Feinstein's first Frankenstein baby (the bill and act, not the 995).

The factory only made 10 round magazines and the 95 series are not a copies of any military gun (unless you count the gorillas in "Planet of the Apes").

However to Feinstein, if you complied with the 1994 AWB by removing offending features from military replicas you were evading the law. Apparently with the new, improved AWB if you complied with the old AWB you were just evading the intent of the law, since the HiPoint carbines are banned under Feinstein's Frankenstein Reborn.

[Combat Diver]

Carl,

She has stated that in the new AWB all those work arounds for Califorina are also to be banned ie Bullet Buttons, etc.


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