Argentine Hi Power

Harrison · May 3, 2018

I have the opportunity to get a FM-Hi Power in excellent condition. the finish is 98% or better. The store owner has put 50 rounds through it, and says it functions perfectly and is accurate. This is from a small local GS that I have done a lot of business with over the years. He wants $400.00 out the door, with three magazines. I am very tempted, should I bite?

Ozark Marine · May 3, 2018

Offer him $350.00 OTD. See what he says.
But with 3 mags I'd do the deal at $400.00.
They are good clones.
Good luck.

loknload · May 3, 2018

If it’s as nice as you say with 3 mags I sure would go for it!

Pisgah · May 3, 2018

I'd play the "offer him 350" game, too, but the fact is I would jump on it for 400 if I had to. They are excellent pistols.

jmace57 · May 3, 2018

I had one of these. The quality was excellent. It is not a bad price with 3 mags!

Texas Star · May 3, 2018

They were FN-licensed production, not just copies.

damienph · May 3, 2018

If you can get it for less that would be great but I would pay the $400 as well and be very pleased with that.

2agunner · May 3, 2018

With 3 magazines for $400 OTD, I would take it. But, try negotiating a lower price, the worst he can say is no. I have an FM hi-power and it's a great clone. The fit and finish is not quite up to the standard of a genuine FN/Browning hi-power, but is a great gun. Given the recent discontinuation of production of the FN/Browning hi-power, hi-power clone prices are also on the rise.

Bottom line: Even if he doesn't come down on price, take it.

TTSH · May 3, 2018

Harrison said:
I am very tempted, should I bite?

I would do it if it's really as nice as you say.

The Argentine Hi-Powers I've messed with have had, in general, better triggers than the real deal BHP's!

Unfortunately, I have not yet found one in great cosmetic condition like the one you are describing.

Spokes · May 3, 2018

I feel it is a fare deal for all concerned. If that is what you want I would go ahead with the purchase..

SPEEDGUNNER · May 3, 2018

+1 on taking a shot with the offer. It never hurts to ask, worst he can do is say no. Great deal on the package at $400 with the mags.

smithrjd · May 3, 2018

They have announced that the High Power is being discontinued. Prices are going up fast, even for clones. The Argentine is not really a clone, it was licensed, much like the model 1927 1911A1.

LoboGunLeather · May 3, 2018

The original FM Hi-Power pistols were generally very good. The later imports were generally less than very good. The differences can usually be seen in slide profile (later production eliminated the slimmed-down forward section toward the muzzle, instead using a straight slab-sided slide), slide release, safety lever, and grips. Some later pistols featured raised sight ribs and high profile sights. Early production FM's were pretty much accurate copies of the FN P35, while the later guns were a mixed bag of cosmetic changes (for unknown reasons, although I suspect ease of manufacture and reduced cost of production). There was even a later production variant called the "Detective Model" with shortened barrel/slide group.

A little research on-line should help you in knowing exactly what you are looking at.

Derosa · May 3, 2018

Uh, where was that shop?

growr · May 3, 2018

Harrison said:
I have the opportunity to get a FM-Hi Power in excellent condition. the finish is 98% or better. The store owner has put 50 rounds through it, and says it functions perfectly and is accurate. This is from a small local GS that I have done a lot of business with over the years. He wants $400.00 out the door, with three magazines. I am very tempted, should I bite?

Be there when they open the doors tomorrow and grab it before some one else figures it out!!!
Randy

DWalt · May 4, 2018

I'll agree with the rest - I'd take it for $400. A HP is one of the few guns which I have never owned, even though I have shot several of them, one being a WWII Inglis, another being a Browning Renaissance grade. Maybe you can get the dealer to eat the sales tax.

OLDSTER · May 4, 2018

Argentine FM ( fabricaciones militares) is a Hi-Power clone licensed by FN ( fabrique nationale ). No longer made but true to the design and quality of the FN. If it is as you describe, I would give him $400 ASAP. To try to dicker for $25-$50 isn't worth losing out on a great deal. Good luck, and if you get it, please post some photos ( us Hi Power guys would love to see it ).

Harkrader · May 4, 2018

Nothing to add other than "Take it". I spent a lot of time in Argentina in years past and tried several times to get one home. Couldn't get them out of the country. Might trade my '72 Hi Power for one.

scoobysnacker · May 4, 2018

smithrjd said:
They have announced that the High Power is being discontinued. Prices are going up fast, even for clones. The Argentine is not really a clone, it was licensed, much like the model 1927 1911A1.

Yeah, do it pronto!

It's already hard to find a FEG in that good a condition (98%) for near that price, and FEGs are unlicensed clones. The Argentine is a legit copy.

Hi-Powers are going to be in demand soon.

JayFramer · May 4, 2018

At the end of the day, it will NEVER be a true Browning.

But at that price it should make a good shooter but again, not a real Browning.

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