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Posted: 1/19/2006 10:38:21 PM EDT

[#1]

Hmm, nice looking pistol...

must resist urge to buy...

Posted: 1/19/2006 10:50:17 PM EDT

[#2]

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Hmm, nice looking pistol...

must resist urge to buy...

Indeed, on both counts.

FNP-45 in the works?? That would be nice.

Posted: 1/19/2006 10:51:40 PM EDT

[#3]

We should support FN, they have made a huge effort to release the FN-2000 (soon), PS-90, and the SCAR (hopefully) to us peons. All things equal I will take an FN over anything else.

Posted: 1/19/2006 10:58:50 PM EDT

[#4]

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The FNP has been around for a while.

-Ben

Not this one, just came out. Most stocking dealers are still waiting.

ETA: You could be thinking of the FNP-M.

The old version had grey buttons, this one is all black.

Posted: 1/19/2006 10:59:55 PM EDT

[#5]

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I dont like Magazine disconnects.

Does the 5-7 have one too?

yep

So do Hi Powers.

Not mine...

Posted: 1/19/2006 11:02:38 PM EDT

[#6]

It looks like it could have some potential, the magazines are spendy though

Posted: 1/19/2006 11:03:19 PM EDT

[#7]

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photos.ar15.com/WS_Content/ImageGallery/Attachments/DownloadAttach.asp?sAccountUnq=1729&iGalleryUnq=419&iImageUnq=44596

The FNP-9 and FNP-40.

Caliber 9x19mm NATO / .40 SW
Trigger mechanism DA/SA with decocking lever
Trigger pull DA : 4.5 to 5.0 kg SA : 1.8 to 2.3 kg
Trigger travel DA : 12mm SA 4.0mm
Weight w. empty mag 709 g (2.0 lb)
Weight fully loaded 885 g (2.0 lb)
Magazine capacity 16 rounds / 14 rounds
Overall lenght 180 mm
Height 130 mm
Width 34 mm
Barrel length 101.6 mm
Accessory rail MIL-STD 1913 (Picatinny)
Fixed sights

Safeties :

Firing pin safety / Locking safety
Manual safety (SA only)
Magazine diconnect - upwards manual safety (DA/SA)

Pretty much in the same price range as a Glock.

Could end up being a new carry gun in my rotation.

Sounds like a plastic SIG...

Hi-Power or be damned.

Posted: 1/19/2006 11:06:15 PM EDT

[#8]

FNP 9 • 9mm DASA • Black
10 rnd Product #: 47829
10 rnd w/ night sights Product #: 47844
16 rnd Product #: 47828
16 rnd w/ night sights Product #: 47843

FNP 9 • 9mm DASA • Stainless
10 rnd Product #: 47831
10 rnd w/ night sights Product #: 47846
16 rnd Product #: 47830
16 rnd w/ night sights Product #: 47845

FNP 9 • 9mm DAO • black
10 rnd Product #: 47764
10 rnd w/ night sights Product #: 47851
16 rnd Product #: 47765
16 rnd w/ night sights Product #: 47836

FNP 9 • 9mm SA • black
10 rnd Product #: 47766
10 rnd w/ night sights Product #: 47854
16 rnd Product #: 47767
16 rnd w/ night sights Product #: 47855

FNP 9 • 9mm SA • stainless
10 rnd Product #: 47810
10 rnd w/ night sights Product #: 47856
16 rnd Product #: 47811
16 rnd w/ night sights Product #: 47857

Just for us Hi Power SA guys...

Posted: 1/19/2006 11:11:18 PM EDT

[#9]

I don't like mag disconnects either. AFAIK, none of my guns have it, none will.

Posted: 1/19/2006 11:13:23 PM EDT

[#10]

Now if only they'd make the Hi Power in a .45acp single stack.

I'd consider one of the new FNs for duty carry to replace my P220 if it were in .45acp also. I'd like something with a bit smaller grip and trigger reach. I'd prefer a single action pistol myself but unfortunately most agencies are scared of cocked and locked guns so I'm stuck.

I applaud FN for making new and cool guns for civvie use and not supporting stupid crap like ballistic fingerprinting and HKs not making homeland defense rifles for civilians.

Posted: 1/19/2006 11:20:30 PM EDT

[#11]

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isnt this the same pistol they marketed under the browning name? either way i like it just from looking at it. CMMG was talking bout it last year, gave up asking bout it since it never seemed to materialize so i could look and hold one. might have to start checking back into it now.

Yes, it is.

Posted: 1/20/2006 7:27:22 AM EDT

[#12]

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It looks like it could have some potential, the magazines are spendy though

Not anymore than SIG or HK mags.

Posted: 1/20/2006 7:28:19 AM EDT

[#13]

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Sounds like a plastic SIG...

Hi-Power or be damned.

Sorta. And if I could get a plastic SIG for the price of a Glock I'm there.

Posted: 1/20/2006 7:30:45 AM EDT

[#14]

You guys need to stop it. I'm running out of money.

Posted: 1/20/2006 7:32:44 AM EDT

[#15]

What is the real difference btwn this one, and the FNP-9 that my shop has sold for the past year? Looks quite similar with similar features. Either way, its a great hangun. Good trigger and quality for a nice price.

Posted: 1/20/2006 7:34:53 AM EDT

[#16]

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okay, how's it better than all the other auto handguns out there?

don't take me wrong, every new handgun model being released is a good thing

The functions of handguns like SIG, HK, etc. for the price of a Glock.

A high capacity (16+1), quality, double action firearm that you can beat to shit and abuse for around $450 is what every man needs.

Um I thought they already made one of those it's called a glock or something like that

Personally I don't mind the glock grip angle anymore, now that I learned a propper grip after taking pistol 1/2 with Sully. Hows the grip width on this FN(my only complaint with the glock is the grip is a tad bit "fat" for me, but I can live with it if I get one)

ETA: so who's going to be the first to get one to beat the shit out of?

Posted: 1/20/2006 7:35:03 AM EDT

[#17]

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The FNP has been around for a while.

-Ben

Not this one, just came out. Most stocking dealers are still waiting.

ETA: You could be thinking of the FNP-M.

We have ours in stock.

Posted: 1/20/2006 7:37:53 AM EDT

[#18]

Quoted:
photos.ar15.com/WS_Content/ImageGallery/Attachments/DownloadAttach.asp?sAccountUnq=1729&iGalleryUnq=419&iImageUnq=44596

The FNP-9 and FNP-40.

Caliber 9x19mm NATO / .40 SW
Trigger mechanism DA/SA with decocking lever
Trigger pull DA : 4.5 to 5.0 kg SA : 1.8 to 2.3 kg
Trigger travel DA : 12mm SA 4.0mm
Weight w. empty mag 709 g (2.0 lb)
Weight fully loaded 885 g (2.0 lb)
Magazine capacity 16 rounds / 14 rounds
Overall lenght 180 mm
Height 130 mm
Width 34 mm
Barrel length 101.6 mm
Accessory rail MIL-STD 1913 (Picatinny)
Fixed sights

Safeties :

Firing pin safety / Locking safety
Manual safety (SA only)
Magazine diconnect - upwards manual safety (DA/SA)

Pretty much in the same price range as a Glock.

Could end up being a new carry gun in my rotation.

I coulda sworn they had one out not long ago that looked almost exactly like that.

Posted: 1/20/2006 7:42:28 AM EDT

[#19]

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Updated version of the Forty-9?

Kinda.....The Forty-Nine is DAO

Anyone wanna buy mine???

Posted: 1/20/2006 7:48:17 AM EDT

[#20]

MOOF! I like.

SIG type ergos from a name brand, with Glock like pricing???

Where do I sign up?

Posted: 1/20/2006 7:59:47 AM EDT

[#21]

Nice gun even with the mag safety.

Posted: 1/20/2006 8:05:53 AM EDT

[#22]

Oh,

Posted: 1/20/2006 9:08:22 AM EDT

[#23]

I like that they put a thumb safety on it. I like thumb safeties like 1911s use (and CZ-75s) and I wish more makers would use them (like on the Croatian XD for example). I'm not sure that with the decocker it wouldn't make for too many controls though.

Posted: 1/20/2006 9:58:49 AM EDT

[#24]

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okay, how's it better than all the other auto handguns out there?

don't take me wrong, every new handgun model being released is a good thing

The functions of handguns like SIG, HK, etc. for the price of a Glock.

A high capacity (16+1), quality, double action firearm that you can beat to shit and abuse for around $450 is what every man needs.

Um I thought they already made one of those it's called a glock or something like that

See part in RED.

Posted: 1/20/2006 10:15:52 AM EDT

[#25]

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okay, how's it better than all the other auto handguns out there?

don't take me wrong, every new handgun model being released is a good thing

The functions of handguns like SIG, HK, etc. for the price of a Glock.

A high capacity (16+1), quality, double action firearm that you can beat to shit and abuse for around $450 is what every man needs.

Um I thought they already made one of those it's called a glock or something like that

See part in RED.

Posted: 1/20/2006 10:21:58 AM EDT

[#26]

So how does the trigger feel in comparison to a Sig or HK? It would suck if it was as craptacular as the Beretta 92/96.

Posted: 1/20/2006 10:24:25 AM EDT

[#27]

What do mags run for something like this?

When is the "torture" test?

Posted: 1/20/2006 10:26:12 AM EDT

[#28]

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I like that they put a thumb safety on it. I like thumb safeties like 1911s use (and CZ-75s) and I wish more makers would use them (like on the Croatian XD for example). I'm not sure that with the decocker it wouldn't make for too many controls though.

I was a bit squimish about my XDs lack of thumb safety but now that I've gotten used to having just a backstrap safety and trigger safety (as well as the striker disconnect, but that's not really something I affect) I think it's more than adequate on this single action handgun. Wish glocks had backstrap safeties actually.

It's all personal preference though. I personally don't see much of a point in a manual safety on a DA or a DA/SA handgun outside of a decocker on a DA/SA. I guess that's one of the reasons why I want a Kahr PM9 if the non-celebrities are every allowed CCW in Cali.

Posted: 1/20/2006 10:26:15 AM EDT

[#29]

they shoot very nice. and yes i know what the shoot like! back strap is nice for people with small hands shoot it back in May of last year.

its on my buy list. one of the perks of having the FN rep as your CCW instructor.

Ronald

Posted: 1/20/2006 10:28:09 AM EDT

[#30]

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isnt this the same pistol they marketed under the browning name? .

Yep Browning Pro-9 and Pro-40. I wanted to do a price comparison of the two pistols to see how names consituted prices, but no one had any info at the time. I want to fondle one and see if I like it. The one thing that makes me iffy is the DA/SA and decocker. Is this something that you can carry cocked and locked or is it going to be like a Beretta 92FS thing where the first shot is DA. I Hate that DA first shot.

Posted: 1/20/2006 10:34:10 AM EDT

[#31]

FYI. The FNP-9 and FNP-40 do not have a mag disconnect . The Browning Pro-9 and Pro-40 do.
Those guns (FNPs) acquired a new fire control system design recently which is much improved. The also have all parts at the level of the frame coated balck. The old one were just steel color. The FNP9-M is just smaller version of the FNP9. It now also has the same new improved fire control.

Posted: 1/20/2006 10:59:21 AM EDT

[#32]

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FYI. The FNP-9 and FNP-40 do not have a mag disconnect . The Browning Pro-9 and Pro-40 do.
Those guns (FNPs) acquired a new fire control system design recently which is much improved. The also have all parts at the level of the frame coated balck. The old one were just steel color. The FNP9-M is just smaller version of the FNP9. It now also has the same new improved fire control.

Wonderful. That is good news. I'll edit the original post.

Posted: 1/20/2006 11:00:42 AM EDT

[#33]

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Everything was fine until you got to the part about the magazine disconnect. Unless it can be easily removed (ala BHP), then this gun is a NO-GO.

-Troy

Looks like my data contained an error.

There is NO magazine disconnect.

Posted: 1/20/2006 11:07:39 AM EDT

[#34]

I have 4 HK's and there's no turning back.

Posted: 1/20/2006 11:10:51 AM EDT

[#35]

Nothing new. Might be interesting if:
1. Bigger slide release
2. Large capacity mag like Glock
3. No internal lock/mag safety
4. Cheap spare mags
5. Tolerates high pressure loads
6. Needs to have corners rounded off for no snaggage.

Posted: 1/20/2006 11:18:04 AM EDT

[#36]

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Nothing new. Might be interesting if:
1. Bigger slide release
2. Large capacity mag like Glock
3. No internal lock/mag safety
4. Cheap spare mags
5. Tolerates high pressure loads
6. Needs to have corners rounded off for no snaggage.

1. Slide release is bigger than a Glock.
2. Ummm 16+1. 1 round less than a Glock.
3. Why would you want one?
4. Same price as HK and SIG mags.
5. How do you know it doesn't?
6. In all my years of carrying square guns like 1911s and USPs with non bobbed hammers I have NEVER had a snaggage problem.

Posted: 1/20/2006 11:45:37 AM EDT

[#37]

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okay, how's it better than all the other auto handguns out there?

don't take me wrong, every new handgun model being released is a good thing

The functions of handguns like SIG, HK, etc. for the price of a Glock.

A high capacity (16+1), quality, double action firearm that you can beat to shit and abuse for around $450 is what every man needs.

Pop out the barrel and see if the chamber is supported or not.....cut rifleing????

Then send one out to Bigbore and see if it can dethrone a Glock

Posted: 1/20/2006 11:51:51 AM EDT

[#38]

Looks interesting, but I still like my Glock in all its incorrect grip angle, KABOOMing, and goes bang without a mag glory!

Posted: 1/20/2006 12:07:20 PM EDT

[#39]

FN Herstal, along with chocolate, waffles, cheese fries, and lace; is one of the only good things to come out of my anscestral land of Belgium (my great grandparents immigrated sometime prior to WWII). For a nation that has only functioned as a speed bump for German invasions in the past, they have a very good weapons industry.

This is another handgun that I'm going to have to give a serious look when I go to get a pistol on my 21st birthday. Decisions, decisions.

Posted: 1/20/2006 12:29:43 PM EDT

[#40]

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FN Herstal, along with chocolate, waffles, cheese fries, and lace; is one of the only good things to come out of my anscestral land of Belgium (my great grandparents immigrated sometime prior to WWII). For a nation that has only functioned as a speed bump for German invasions in the past, they have a very good weapons industry.

This is another handgun that I'm going to have to give a serious look when I go to get a pistol on my 21st birthday. Decisions, decisions.

What about best beer in the world????????????

Posted: 1/20/2006 12:32:13 PM EDT

[#41]

Mag Disconnect does it in for me as well.

I got rid of another Semi-Auto for the same reason.

Posted: 1/20/2006 12:37:52 PM EDT

[#42]

tag

Posted: 1/20/2006 12:53:55 PM EDT

[#43]

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Mag Disconnect does it in for me as well.

I got rid of another Semi-Auto for the same reason.

It has no mag disconnect according to some folks in this thread.

Posted: 1/20/2006 1:02:11 PM EDT

[#44]

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Mag Disconnect does it in for me as well.

I got rid of another Semi-Auto for the same reason.

Check the updates, no mag disconnect.

Posted: 1/20/2006 1:50:50 PM EDT

[#45]

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FN Herstal, along with chocolate, waffles, cheese fries, and lace; is one of the only good things to come out of my anscestral land of Belgium (my great grandparents immigrated sometime prior to WWII).

Ummmm... Chimay? Duval? Gulden Draak?

Posted: 1/20/2006 1:51:51 PM EDT

[#46]

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I dont like Magazine disconnects.

Does the 5-7 have one too?

Yes

Posted: 1/20/2006 1:55:22 PM EDT

[#47]

Is the safety on the same lever as the decoker like a HK? Or are there two seperate controls for safe/fire and SA to DA decoking?

Looks nice, Would be nice to see it comparison with a USP and a Glock 19 or something similar.