T Series Hi Power - Finally!

[dockmurgw]

I have been trying to buy a T series Hi Power for some time now. I prefer older guns, and wanted one that I could get with my C&R license. Every time I would see one on an auction site, I would bid to the maximum I was willing to pay (under a grand), and would always get out bid. Well I finally prevailed, and was not out bid, mail man brought it to me today. Condition is actually better than I expected, so I'm happy These things are sure getting expensive...cant wait to run a few clips through it. I also included a pic of my clunker FEG clone, the gun that got me wanting to get the real deal.

 

[OLDSTER]

Congrats on your "T" series What's the manufacture year. ?? One of the small number of handguns world wide that is rapidly increasing in value. This is my 1967 "T" series that I, fortunately, purchased in 1994.

 

[dockmurgw]

Congrats on your "T" series What's the manufacture year. ?? One of the small number of handguns world wide that is rapidly increasing in value. This is my 1967 "T" series that I, fortunately, purchased in 1994.

Mine is a ** also. Correction: Its a 68. It would probably make me cry to learn what you paid in 94. I don't think I'll be getting another one any time soon.

 

[squidsix]

I have a "T" also, and it's a fine shooter.

 

[The Norseman]

Hi Power Semi Auto Pistol

Fascinating Pistol and Great Thread.

I know very little about the Hi Power Pistol.

My Question is; what is a "T" Series in the
Hi Power? Also are they 9MM caliber?

Thank you in advance for answers.

 

[dockmurgw]

Fascinating Pistol and Great Thread.

I know very little about the Hi Power Pistol.

My Question is; what is a "T" Series in the
Hi Power? Also are they 9MM caliber?

Thank you in advance for answers.

I'm no expert on Hi Powers, but I believe the T Series were made between 1964 and 1969. And from everything I read, that series is the high point for these guns, the best series made. All I know is that I just had to have one, and now that I do I couldn't be happier. Its a beautiful pistol, its as if it was made for my hand. And yes, its a 9mm.

 

[22hipower]

Yes, the high point in Browning Hi Powers in my opinion; all Belgian made, before they started shipping them off to Portugal for assembly and completion. Looked at a really nice one an an LGS last week; asking $1050. Probably worth it, and I'd probably buy it if I didn't have one just as nice already. Enjoy.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

 

[S&WIowegan]

I'll bite. I own two Hi-Powers, one w/ fixed sight and the other has a small adjustable rear sight. Both are all-Belgium. The adjustable sight gun shoots dead on POA but the fixed gun is spray and pray.

What identifies a "T" series Hi-Power?

 

[SC_Mike]

Hi Power Pistol

The above might help with dates.

My IDF 1994 BHP I refinished myself.

 

[dockmurgw]

I'll bite. I own two Hi-Powers, one w/ fixed sight and the other has a small adjustable rear sight. Both are all-Belgium. The adjustable sight gun shoots dead on POA but the fixed gun is spray and pray.

What identifies a "T" series Hi-Power?

Serial number begins with a T, made during a date range in the 60's. From what I have read, the attention to detail and hand finishing were at its best during this period.

 

[dockmurgw]

Yes, the high point in Browning Hi Powers in my opinion; all Belgian made, before they started shipping them off to Portugal for assembly and completion. Looked at a really nice one an an LGS last week; asking $1050. Probably worth it, and I'd probably buy it if I didn't have one just as nice already. Enjoy.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

From what I have been seeing on the auction sites, it would have been worth it. Even though I paid through the nose, I think I was lucky to get mine for $900

 

[FifthWheel]

What identifies a "T" series Hi-Power?

"T" in the serial number. I don't think they had spur hammers either.

 

[Xfuzz]

Nice BHP...The top of the 9mm list.
My 1980 HP.

 

[bc1023]

Very nice indeed. I love the Hi Power.

The two models in the center are both T Series...

 

[Telecaster]

Xfuzz, I don’t usually care for gold accents, but wow that’s beautiful! Love the grips too.

 

[4T5GUY]

I’ve always wanted an Inglis with tangent’s, and it’s original stock to go with my collection of WW II pistols. I also wanted a T Series because they are so beautiful and perfect.

16 months ago I found a T Series in an Ace Hardware Store a few miles south. I actually was shaking when I saw the condition, (like new,) and the price, ($695.00.) The salesman told me “an old man” came in to just get some money for it. He had gotten it when he first got back from Vietnam and put it in a drawer.

Check out what he paid for it in 1970.

Jim

 

[MOONDAWG]

I'll give you a $100 and pay the shipping!

 

[KEN L]

I’ve always wanted an Inglis with tangent’s, and it’s original stock to go with my collection of WW II pistols. I also wanted a T Series because they are so beautiful and perfect.

16 months ago I found a T Series in an Ace Hardware Store a few miles south. I actually was shaking when I saw the condition, (like new,) and the price, ($695.00.) The salesman told me “an old man” came in to just get some money for it. He had gotten it when he first got back from Vietnam and put it in a drawer.

Check out what he paid for it in 1970.

Jim

Wanna make a quick two hundred bucks?!!

 

[Old Corp]

Own a pretty good Browning and got a FEG as a 'stand-in' shooter.
I'm terrible for 'inventing a needed niche'

 

[cndrdk]

Very nice, love the T Series.....and, did you happen to get the coveted black Browning gun pouch that came with that model?