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**DoctorDulitlBest** · 01-26-2011, 04:49 AM

Sounds good, appreciate the help. The gun was purchased new ($1100) so yea I have their full warranty. I am pleased thus far but I think in a few years I may trade up to a higher model like the special combat, or maybe a different brand altogether.

**IoninnyHaro** · 01-26-2011, 06:14 AM

I shoot Federal HST as my favorite hollowpoint, never had an issue, and i reload with hornady XTP rounds on occasion, no problems with them either. (these are in my 1911, i've shot a ton in .40 and never had a problem) my kimber is non-ramped as well

**Nemerov** · 01-26-2011, 07:52 AM

My first handgun was an HK USP .40, and i LOVE it. The damned thing is rugged, good looking, and reliable. Amazingly, it even managed to survive a factory hot-round, which damaged nothing more than the extractor claw. Shipped to HK, and not only did they fix it, but they replaced the slide and springs in the weapon with more modern ones, because they saw that they were outdated (no cost) - total repair bill, $60 from HK themselves.

I found my USP used for $620.. worth every penny if you ask me.

**DoctorDulitlBest** · 01-26-2011, 10:50 PM

HI DM! Now that is service!

Friend of mine got a sig P226 combat TB .45 a few months ago....I am loving that thing. Great feel to it, he got it for $890 slightly used.

**Nemerov** · 01-27-2011, 01:18 AM

HI DM! Now that is service!

Friend of mine got a sig P226 combat TB .45 a few months ago....I am loving that thing. Great feel to it, he got it for $890 slightly used.

Hey Omid! Tell me about it. I had originally considered a gun smith, but man, HK's service (on a 15 year old weapon none the less - the barrel markings date it to 94) was incredible.

And the Sigs are great weapons, though i wish they were a bit cheaper. Then again, HK's new aren't any better, so....

**IoninnyHaro** · 01-27-2011, 08:15 AM

my USP new was $749

I dont care for Sig 226... they seem very fat

**Nemerov** · 01-27-2011, 10:32 AM

my USP new was $749

I dont care for Sig 226... they seem very fat

Thats a good price for one new.. whats her caliber?

**NumDusthouh** · 01-27-2011, 11:11 AM

Thats a good price for one new.. whats her caliber?

Right now, brand new the USPs shouldn't be much over that... With the P30 now in both 9 and 40 and the HK45 covering the 45s nicely, they dropped the price on the USPs. As soon as the P30 .40s were in sufficient supply, I sold my USP .40 to my dad and nabbed one up. The only non-HK handguns I have are my Kimbers...

Though I'm tempted to nab up a Sig Mosquito... I am waiting for the shop I bought a Sig 522 Tactical rifle from to ship it, and the Gemtech suppressor I'm looking at to slap on it would work with the Mosquito as well. [surrender]

Omid - Have you looked to see if the HPs are getting snagged on the feed ramp? Certain HP rounds have that issue, ESPECIALLY with 1911s. I haven't had a problem with the aforementioned Hydrashoks, HSTs or any of the various Hornady XTP-based rounds.

**Nemerov** · 01-27-2011, 11:33 AM

Right now, brand new the USPs shouldn't be much over that... With the P30 now in both 9 and 40 and the HK45 covering the 45s nicely, they dropped the price on the USPs. As soon as the P30 .40s were in sufficient supply, I sold my USP .40 to my dad and nabbed one up. The only non-HK handguns I have are my Kimbers...

Though I'm tempted to nab up a Sig Mosquito... I am waiting for the shop I bought a Sig 522 Tactical rifle from to ship it, and the Gemtech suppressor I'm looking at to slap on it would work with the Mosquito as well. [surrender]

Omid - Have you looked to see if the HPs are getting snagged on the feed ramp? Certain HP rounds have that issue, ESPECIALLY with 1911s. I haven't had a problem with the aforementioned Hydrashoks, HSTs or any of the various Hornady XTP-based rounds.

LM - thanks for the info; i hadn't been following for a while, and had totally forgotten about the .40 P30... might have to look into them. [thumbup][thumbup]

(But I am NEVER selling my USP. just such an iconic and dependable pistol, it would suck to lose..)

**IoninnyHaro** · 01-27-2011, 11:42 AM

my USP is in .40 as well, it was designed for that caliber after all

**Zavdpacq** · 01-27-2011, 06:21 PM

Hey Omid! Tell me about it. I had originally considered a gun smith, but man, HK's service (on a 15 year old weapon none the less - the barrel markings date it to 94) was incredible.

And the Sigs are great weapons, though i wish they were a bit cheaper. Then again, HK's new aren't any better, so....

That is damned good after sales service - they may have been interested in checking the damage to the components as well, could be why the lot was replaced.

**Nemerov** · 01-27-2011, 09:47 PM

That is damned good after sales service - they may have been interested in checking the damage to the components as well, could be why the lot was replaced.

Actually, that was the other cool thing. The gunsmith working on my weapon actually phoned me up while he was working, and told me what he found. IN this case, we was looking over everything, and saw that the hammer spring and slide were well worn down; he had just finished work on other USPs, and still had parts available, so he fixed mine up as well. Certainly no complaints! [thumbup]

**Babposa** · 01-28-2011, 01:26 AM

Well, it looks like the company I work for is going under. Might have to wait just a bit for that handgun...

Anyone know of any companies needing a creative director? Ha, fat chance!

**NicolasOL** · 01-28-2011, 01:28 AM

bad news dude.

Hopefully you see and get somthing new and may the process be swift nd gentle. Goodluck !

**DoctorDulitlBest** · 01-28-2011, 01:41 AM

Well, it looks like the company I work for is going under. Might have to wait just a bit for that handgun...

Anyone know of any companies needing a creative director? Ha, fat chance!

I am so sorry to hear that man. Truly wish you the best with that.

**Babposa** · 01-28-2011, 02:07 AM

Thanks for the kind words guys, most appreciated! A sign of the times I suppose...

I've worked there for 3 years and have never taken more than 2 days in a row off (on top of weekends), so I suppose this will be a nice little vacation, I can milk the unemployment for a few months while I pursue some side projects.

**Poowssnople** · 01-28-2011, 06:06 AM

Thanks for the kind words guys, most appreciated! A sign of the times I suppose...

I've worked there for 3 years and have never taken more than 2 days in a row off (on top of weekends), so I suppose this will be a nice little vacation, I can milk the unemployment for a few months while I pursue some side projects.

Yeah man don't worry about it to much, the fear of the unknown is scary, but try not to let it get you down. Just stay positive and use this time to enjoy life a little bit as it might be the last time you get a break like this for awhile. Then after you take a break start looking for a new company / career path. You might get lucky and find something even better than your last job. I know every time I got fired / laid off it was a blessing in disguise.

**DoctorDulitlBest** · 02-01-2011, 03:49 AM

Just found out Styer makes hand guns, http://www.steyr-mannlicher.com/inde...50134de9ffd229

I really want to get my hand on one of these in a .40 and try it out.
STEYR PISTOL M40-A

**DeronBoltonRen** · 02-01-2011, 04:04 AM

Just found out Styer makes hand guns, http://www.steyr-mannlicher.com/inde...50134de9ffd229

I really want to get my hand on one of these in a .40 and try it out.
STEYR PISTOL M40-A

Mann Licher.

lol, sorry I had to. [rofl]

**Babposa** · 03-03-2011, 03:51 AM

Well, I got a job with our main competitor, includes a pay raise, 3 week trip to Vancouver BC (and one week every 3 months), and I still get to work from home! Looks like I can still afford that gun after all!

01-26-2011, 04:49 AM	#21
DoctorDulitlBest Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 683 Senior Member	Sounds good, appreciate the help. The gun was purchased new ($1100) so yea I have their full warranty. I am pleased thus far but I think in a few years I may trade up to a higher model like the special combat, or maybe a different brand altogether. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-26-2011, 06:14 AM	#22
IoninnyHaro Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 377 Senior Member	I shoot Federal HST as my favorite hollowpoint, never had an issue, and i reload with hornady XTP rounds on occasion, no problems with them either. (these are in my 1911, i've shot a ton in .40 and never had a problem) my kimber is non-ramped as well Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-26-2011, 07:52 AM	#23
Nemerov Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 456 Senior Member	My first handgun was an HK USP .40, and i LOVE it. The damned thing is rugged, good looking, and reliable. Amazingly, it even managed to survive a factory hot-round, which damaged nothing more than the extractor claw. Shipped to HK, and not only did they fix it, but they replaced the slide and springs in the weapon with more modern ones, because they saw that they were outdated (no cost) - total repair bill, $60 from HK themselves. I found my USP used for $620.. worth every penny if you ask me. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-26-2011, 10:50 PM	#24
DoctorDulitlBest Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 683 Senior Member	HI DM! Now that is service! Friend of mine got a sig P226 combat TB .45 a few months ago....I am loving that thing. Great feel to it, he got it for $890 slightly used. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-27-2011, 01:18 AM	#25
Nemerov Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 456 Senior Member	HI DM! Now that is service! Friend of mine got a sig P226 combat TB .45 a few months ago....I am loving that thing. Great feel to it, he got it for $890 slightly used. Hey Omid! Tell me about it. I had originally considered a gun smith, but man, HK's service (on a 15 year old weapon none the less - the barrel markings date it to 94) was incredible. And the Sigs are great weapons, though i wish they were a bit cheaper. Then again, HK's new aren't any better, so.... Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-27-2011, 08:15 AM	#26
IoninnyHaro Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 377 Senior Member	my USP new was $749 I dont care for Sig 226... they seem very fat Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-27-2011, 10:32 AM	#27
Nemerov Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 456 Senior Member	my USP new was $749 I dont care for Sig 226... they seem very fat Thats a good price for one new.. whats her caliber? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-27-2011, 11:11 AM	#28
NumDusthouh Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 382 Senior Member	Thats a good price for one new.. whats her caliber? Right now, brand new the USPs shouldn't be much over that... With the P30 now in both 9 and 40 and the HK45 covering the 45s nicely, they dropped the price on the USPs. As soon as the P30 .40s were in sufficient supply, I sold my USP .40 to my dad and nabbed one up. The only non-HK handguns I have are my Kimbers... Though I'm tempted to nab up a Sig Mosquito... I am waiting for the shop I bought a Sig 522 Tactical rifle from to ship it, and the Gemtech suppressor I'm looking at to slap on it would work with the Mosquito as well. [surrender] Omid - Have you looked to see if the HPs are getting snagged on the feed ramp? Certain HP rounds have that issue, ESPECIALLY with 1911s. I haven't had a problem with the aforementioned Hydrashoks, HSTs or any of the various Hornady XTP-based rounds. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-27-2011, 11:33 AM	#29
Nemerov Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 456 Senior Member	Right now, brand new the USPs shouldn't be much over that... With the P30 now in both 9 and 40 and the HK45 covering the 45s nicely, they dropped the price on the USPs. As soon as the P30 .40s were in sufficient supply, I sold my USP .40 to my dad and nabbed one up. The only non-HK handguns I have are my Kimbers... Though I'm tempted to nab up a Sig Mosquito... I am waiting for the shop I bought a Sig 522 Tactical rifle from to ship it, and the Gemtech suppressor I'm looking at to slap on it would work with the Mosquito as well. [surrender] Omid - Have you looked to see if the HPs are getting snagged on the feed ramp? Certain HP rounds have that issue, ESPECIALLY with 1911s. I haven't had a problem with the aforementioned Hydrashoks, HSTs or any of the various Hornady XTP-based rounds. LM - thanks for the info; i hadn't been following for a while, and had totally forgotten about the .40 P30... might have to look into them. [thumbup][thumbup] (But I am NEVER selling my USP. just such an iconic and dependable pistol, it would suck to lose..) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-27-2011, 11:42 AM	#30
IoninnyHaro Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 377 Senior Member	my USP is in .40 as well, it was designed for that caliber after all Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-27-2011, 06:21 PM	#31
Zavdpacq Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 423 Senior Member	Hey Omid! Tell me about it. I had originally considered a gun smith, but man, HK's service (on a 15 year old weapon none the less - the barrel markings date it to 94) was incredible. And the Sigs are great weapons, though i wish they were a bit cheaper. Then again, HK's new aren't any better, so.... That is damned good after sales service - they may have been interested in checking the damage to the components as well, could be why the lot was replaced. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-27-2011, 09:47 PM	#32
Nemerov Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 456 Senior Member	That is damned good after sales service - they may have been interested in checking the damage to the components as well, could be why the lot was replaced. Actually, that was the other cool thing. The gunsmith working on my weapon actually phoned me up while he was working, and told me what he found. IN this case, we was looking over everything, and saw that the hammer spring and slide were well worn down; he had just finished work on other USPs, and still had parts available, so he fixed mine up as well. Certainly no complaints! [thumbup] Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-28-2011, 01:26 AM	#33
Babposa Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 441 Senior Member	Well, it looks like the company I work for is going under. Might have to wait just a bit for that handgun... Anyone know of any companies needing a creative director? Ha, fat chance! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-28-2011, 01:28 AM	#34
NicolasOL Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 477 Senior Member	bad news dude. Hopefully you see and get somthing new and may the process be swift nd gentle. Goodluck ! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-28-2011, 01:41 AM	#35
DoctorDulitlBest Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 683 Senior Member	Well, it looks like the company I work for is going under. Might have to wait just a bit for that handgun... Anyone know of any companies needing a creative director? Ha, fat chance! I am so sorry to hear that man. Truly wish you the best with that. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-28-2011, 02:07 AM	#36
Babposa Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 441 Senior Member	Thanks for the kind words guys, most appreciated! A sign of the times I suppose... I've worked there for 3 years and have never taken more than 2 days in a row off (on top of weekends), so I suppose this will be a nice little vacation, I can milk the unemployment for a few months while I pursue some side projects. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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01-28-2011, 06:06 AM	#37
Poowssnople Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 554 Senior Member	Thanks for the kind words guys, most appreciated! A sign of the times I suppose... I've worked there for 3 years and have never taken more than 2 days in a row off (on top of weekends), so I suppose this will be a nice little vacation, I can milk the unemployment for a few months while I pursue some side projects. Yeah man don't worry about it to much, the fear of the unknown is scary, but try not to let it get you down. Just stay positive and use this time to enjoy life a little bit as it might be the last time you get a break like this for awhile. Then after you take a break start looking for a new company / career path. You might get lucky and find something even better than your last job. I know every time I got fired / laid off it was a blessing in disguise. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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02-01-2011, 03:49 AM	#38
DoctorDulitlBest Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 683 Senior Member	Just found out Styer makes hand guns, http://www.steyr-mannlicher.com/inde...50134de9ffd229 I really want to get my hand on one of these in a .40 and try it out. STEYR PISTOL M40-A Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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02-01-2011, 04:04 AM	#39
DeronBoltonRen Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 412 Senior Member	Just found out Styer makes hand guns, http://www.steyr-mannlicher.com/inde...50134de9ffd229 I really want to get my hand on one of these in a .40 and try it out. STEYR PISTOL M40-A Mann Licher. lol, sorry I had to. [rofl] Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-03-2011, 03:51 AM	#40
Babposa Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 441 Senior Member	Well, I got a job with our main competitor, includes a pay raise, 3 week trip to Vancouver BC (and one week every 3 months), and I still get to work from home! Looks like I can still afford that gun after all! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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