Just Picked Mines Up Saturday. Took It To The Range Sunday. Ran About 200 Rounds Through It. It Performed Flawlessly. Ergonomics Are Great. I Think I Like It More Than My Usp Compact 9mm
I don't think it's a matter of people "not liking" the Serpa. It's actually a very unsafe holster and has been banned from many shooting classes and gun ranges across the country due to the frequency for negligent discharges. Other than that, good video.
Good to know. I had heard of some instances of accidental discharges with the Serpa but thought it was relatively small. Might have to invest in a new holster.
Good review. I need to advise you the Blackhawk Serpa holster has had issues, like the button locking up, when any amount of debris gets in the crevices around the button. For a quality pistol, like a HK, you should check out Vedder holsters. Not cheap, but much better made, and higher quality., which a Heckler and Koch pistol deserves. For OWB the " Lightdraw" with the optional pancake wing belt loops is tops.
@@LoneStarLawman thanks and glad you liked the review. This video is a few years old and I’ve since parted ways with the serpa holster. I ended up adding a reddot to this and got a holster from Guerrilla Tactical that is compatible with my Safariland setup. It’s a way better setup than what I had.
2:02: "I don't know if it's because of my hand placement" (the slide doesn't lock back on the last round fired). Put the pistol in a bench grip and test fire it. I'd be willing to bet it is indeed your hand placement... and that happens as people switch to different firearms. I've no doubt you'll get this sorted out in short order. I switched out my new P2000 magazine release paddle with a HK45C extended mag release. Took less than a minute to do and what a huge improvement. Just waiting for Trijicon to send me my night sights... five days and not even shipped yet.
Just got my HK P2000 and thinking about doing something to my release button. You mind sending me a picture of your mag release paddle and reset trigger? I am a newbie thanks
@@hphan90 yeah, sure where’s good place to send? I’ve done quite a few upgrades in the meantime. It’s been my favorite handgun. Trijicon HD night sights, slim slide release, 11 lb hammer spring, flat baseplate mags, and a tlr7a light.
@@Lexicologist1971 it takes off about 1/3 distance. Also got the slim slide release, 4.1 LEM conversion kit. And milled a red dot to it thanks to wright armory.
Been really considering this gun as I’d like a larger compact sized DA/SA carry gun for the colder months. HK no doubt makes top quality products. It’s just the capacity and decocker location that has me not so excited about it. Only other gun I have my eye on is the Sig sp2022. Other than that I haven’t seen anything else that even sorta interests me. Shame how much DA/SA has died.
Yeah I love DA/SA guns. I debated on converting it to an LEM trigger, which would have removed the decocker, but I’m so used to it as is that I decided to leave it. Have not tried the Sig SP2022 but have heard it’s a great gun.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors My friend brought his to the range and I tried his V2 LEM P2000 and after 50 rounds I decided it wasn’t for me however I went ahead to buy the V3 and very happy with my purchase.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors Already did. Put 100 rounds on it. Before, it had only ever been fired once for the test round. Private sale. It has the recoil like a M&P 40 which I prefer, but is genuinely accurate. Out of the 100 I shot I only missed 7, but that was due to changing it from 7 yards to 15. It is a great gun.
Can you do a full disassembly ? I hate when channels only take the slide off like that’s easy . There’s no videos on TH-cam of taking this gun all the way down ?
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors Personal preference. I've held one at my gun store, and was having trouble releasing the mag. Had to completely change my grip. Otherwise very impressed with the craftsmanship and ergonomics. I wear a size: L for gloves BTW.
@@voltaire5427 oh yeah the factory mag release is garbage, not sure why they made it so tiny. I upgraded mine with this. Pretty cheap and easy to do. Made a huge difference. hkparts.net/product/extended-magazine-release-for-hk-pistols-p1669.htm
Good to know. I ended up getting a Gorilla Tactical Big Rig, which is awesome. I mounted a red dot on the P200 and the Big Rig fits the optic and light perfectly.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors I got the "enhanced" mag release (from HKParts, the ones with non black colors). These are way too large out the sides but the worst part is, the serrations (quite deep/sharp) of the top of the paddles continues down the side edges, and the corners are not rounded off much, And so when drawing with reasonable amount of speed/force, the middle finger rams right into the paddle wing and almost cut into the flesh/bone. It's absolutely ridiculous and unacceptable. I Dremel'd both sides and all corners, took all the color off too then, but then it's useable. I kept it because the bottom contour is closer (less gap) to the grip and eliminates the pinching of the stock mag release when inserting a mag fast/hard. But otherwise, i strongly NOT recommend it.
I got the "enhanced" aluminum (the non 45c) mag release (from HKParts, the ones with non black colors, the more expensive ones). Warning: These are way too large out the sides but the worst part is, the serrations (quite deep/sharp) of the top of the paddles continues down the side edges, and the corners are not rounded off much, And so when drawing with any reasonable amount of speed/force, the middle finger rams right into the paddle wing and almost cut into the flesh/bone. It's absolutely ridiculous and unacceptable! I had to both sides and all corners, took all the color off too then, but then it's useable. I kept it only because the bottom contour is closer (less gap) to the grip and eliminates the pinching of the stock mag release when inserting a mag fast/hard. But otherwise, i strongly NOT recommend it. The one in this video seems to be the 45c stock. Seems to better (and cost less).
Probably doesn't lock back on empty due to the heavier weight on the recoil spring which is common with compact/subcompact. Mine does the same which I like bc less probably for fails and helps with round count and speed reloads with one in the chamber
That’s a good point, hadn’t thought of that. It’s definitely made me focus on round count which is a good thing as you mentioned. Thanks for the input.
Yes! I bought this from Guerrilla Tactical, but unfortunately it doesn't look like they make them for HK P2000's anymore. That's a bummer since it's a great holster. guerrilla-tactical.com/product/the-big-rig-light-compatible/
The first handgun I learned to shoot in was a HK USP which is a DA/SA with a safety and I own an HK45 (my favorite handgun) which is also a DA/SA with a safety, so I guess I’m just really used to that setup. Also, when I shoot USPSA matches you can holster a DA/SA cocked and locked as long long as the safety is engaged.
Are you referring to striker fired versus hammer fired? The HKP2000 only comes in a hammer fired version. The only striker fired pistols HK makes are the VP9 and VP40, which I've never fired so I can't really speak to them, but they look awesome. There are tons of debates online about striker vs. hammer. Personally I have more experience with hammer fired pistols and love the feel, being able to manually manipulate them, and external safeties. That being said strikers have a ton of pros also. Would recommend trying out a few and seeing what’s feels best for you.
@@Theonlyoneleft1000 There are a few variations of the P2000SK. Some have a LEM trigger, which have a spurred hammer and don't have a decocker. Versions with a DA/SA trigger have a decocker and a bobbed hammer. More info here hk-usa.com/hk-models/p2000-sk/
Just bought a p2000 v3 that said “3.26” barrel. I thought that barrel length only existed in an SK. Can only see online that normal p2000s should only be 3.66” barrels or so. Any insight on this? Here’s the link to what I bought www.sportsmans.com/shooting-gear-gun-supplies/handguns/heckler-koch-p2000-v3-40-sw-326in-blue-pistol-101-rounds-california-compliant/p/p246564
Hmm that's weird. I haven't seen a standard P2000 with a 3.26" barrel. Have you received the gun yet and measured it? Wonder if it's a mistake on the site, a custom, or maybe a rarer variant? Would be interested to hear more when you have it.
Just Picked Mines Up Saturday. Took It To The Range Sunday. Ran About 200 Rounds Through It. It Performed Flawlessly. Ergonomics Are Great. I Think I Like It More Than My Usp Compact 9mm
Yeah it’s a great gun. I like the ergonomics of it more than the USP compact.
Same here
It is the HK45C mag release. They DO have extended aluminum releases in various colors.
I don't think it's a matter of people "not liking" the Serpa. It's actually a very unsafe holster and has been banned from many shooting classes and gun ranges across the country due to the frequency for negligent discharges.
Other than that, good video.
Good to know. I had heard of some instances of accidental discharges with the Serpa but thought it was relatively small. Might have to invest in a new holster.
Good review. I need to advise you the Blackhawk Serpa holster has had issues, like the button locking up, when any amount of debris gets in the crevices around the button. For a quality pistol, like a HK, you should check out Vedder holsters. Not cheap, but much better made, and higher quality., which a Heckler and Koch pistol deserves. For OWB the " Lightdraw" with the optional pancake wing belt loops is tops.
@@LoneStarLawman thanks and glad you liked the review. This video is a few years old and I’ve since parted ways with the serpa holster. I ended up adding a reddot to this and got a holster from Guerrilla Tactical that is compatible with my Safariland setup. It’s a way better setup than what I had.
Thank you for this video. It's very useful for people with 2 left hands.
Glad it helped
2:02: "I don't know if it's because of my hand placement" (the slide doesn't lock back on the last round fired). Put the pistol in a bench grip and test fire it. I'd be willing to bet it is indeed your hand placement... and that happens as people switch to different firearms. I've no doubt you'll get this sorted out in short order. I switched out my new P2000 magazine release paddle with a HK45C extended mag release. Took less than a minute to do and what a huge improvement. Just waiting for Trijicon to send me my night sights... five days and not even shipped yet.
Thanks for the advice
12 days and they haven’t shipped my p2ksk wtf???
I went with the large back strap and it really fits the hand well now. Good vid 👍
Thanks! I also moved to the large and like it a lot more.
Nice P2000 video! I really should add one to the stable.
Cool channel name. 👍
Thanks! They are great guns. I’d also look at the P30’s. They’re more recent, but pretty close to the P2000.
I got the mag release paddle, as well as the gray guns short reset trigger. Best upgrade IMO.
Hadn’t heard of those reset trigger sets. Will check it out.
Just got my HK P2000 and thinking about doing something to my release button. You mind sending me a picture of your mag release paddle and reset trigger? I am a newbie thanks
@@hphan90 yeah, sure where’s good place to send? I’ve done quite a few upgrades in the meantime. It’s been my favorite handgun. Trijicon HD night sights, slim slide release, 11 lb hammer spring, flat baseplate mags, and a tlr7a light.
How short is the reset now? I've had one reduced by Bill Springfield. It is a huge improvement but I'd like to make it more like my 1911.
@@Lexicologist1971 it takes off about 1/3 distance. Also got the slim slide release, 4.1 LEM conversion kit. And milled a red dot to it thanks to wright armory.
Been really considering this gun as I’d like a larger compact sized DA/SA carry gun for the colder months.
HK no doubt makes top quality products. It’s just the capacity and decocker location that has me not so excited about it.
Only other gun I have my eye on is the Sig sp2022. Other than that I haven’t seen anything else that even sorta interests me. Shame how much DA/SA has died.
Yeah I love DA/SA guns. I debated on converting it to an LEM trigger, which would have removed the decocker, but I’m so used to it as is that I decided to leave it. Have not tried the Sig SP2022 but have heard it’s a great gun.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors My friend brought his to the range and I tried his V2 LEM P2000 and after 50 rounds I decided it wasn’t for me however I went ahead to buy the V3 and very happy with my purchase.
did you ever find a holster that accommodates the light
I ended up getting one from this place that is great, but unfortunately I don’t think they make the P2000 model anymore
guerrilla-tactical.com/
With them HKs you don't have to worry about rust.
Truth
Got mine today. 🙃🙂
Nice! When do you take it to the range for the first time?
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors Already did. Put 100 rounds on it. Before, it had only ever been fired once for the test round. Private sale. It has the recoil like a M&P 40 which I prefer, but is genuinely accurate. Out of the 100 I shot I only missed 7, but that was due to changing it from 7 yards to 15. It is a great gun.
@@YeetusDeletus239 yeah it’s a great gun. Only mods I’ve done are the extended mag release and Trijicon night sights. Pretty accurate out of the box.
Could you make a video on the mag release swap ?
Will add to my to do list.
Can you do a full disassembly ? I hate when channels only take the slide off like that’s easy . There’s no videos on TH-cam of taking this gun all the way down ?
Which is better? I'm in between the P2000 and the P2000SK for concealed carry.
Hasn’t been a problem for me, but guess it depends on your setup, size, typical clothing, and all that.
I prefer the whole hand grip size of the P2000. The SK leaves my pinkie hanging.
Nice video👍👍
Thanks!
Love everything about it except the paddle mag release.
What don’t you like about the paddle mag release? I like it but interested to hear cons against it.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors Personal preference. I've held one at my gun store, and was having trouble releasing the mag. Had to completely change my grip. Otherwise very impressed with the craftsmanship and ergonomics. I wear a size: L for gloves BTW.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors I have no doubt it'll be perfect for those lucky enough to fit it.
@@voltaire5427 oh yeah the factory mag release is garbage, not sure why they made it so tiny. I upgraded mine with this. Pretty cheap and easy to do. Made a huge difference.
hkparts.net/product/extended-magazine-release-for-hk-pistols-p1669.htm
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors Nice. Will give it a 2nd look.
ANR Design makes a holster for your setup
Good to know. I ended up getting a Gorilla Tactical Big Rig, which is awesome. I mounted a red dot on the P200 and the Big Rig fits the optic and light perfectly.
Did you get the extended or the enhanced mag release?
I got the extended. Haven't used the enhanced so can't really speak to it except that it's way more expensive.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors I got the "enhanced" mag release (from HKParts, the ones with non black colors).
These are way too large out the sides but the worst part is, the serrations (quite deep/sharp) of the top of the paddles continues down the side edges, and the corners are not rounded off much,
And so when drawing with reasonable amount of speed/force, the middle finger rams right into the paddle wing and almost cut into the flesh/bone. It's absolutely ridiculous and unacceptable.
I Dremel'd both sides and all corners, took all the color off too then, but then it's useable.
I kept it because the bottom contour is closer (less gap) to the grip and eliminates the pinching of the stock mag release when inserting a mag fast/hard.
But otherwise, i strongly NOT recommend it.
I got the "enhanced" aluminum (the non 45c) mag release (from HKParts, the ones with non black colors, the more expensive ones).
Warning:
These are way too large out the sides but the worst part is, the serrations (quite deep/sharp) of the top of the paddles continues down the side edges, and the corners are not rounded off much,
And so when drawing with any reasonable amount of speed/force, the middle finger rams right into the paddle wing and almost cut into the flesh/bone. It's absolutely ridiculous and unacceptable!
I had to both sides and all corners, took all the color off too then, but then it's useable.
I kept it only because the bottom contour is closer (less gap) to the grip and eliminates the pinching of the stock mag release when inserting a mag fast/hard.
But otherwise, i strongly NOT recommend it.
The one in this video seems to be the 45c stock. Seems to better (and cost less).
Thanks for the info, I was looking at those on hkparts.net. Sounds like I'll avoid them.
Probably doesn't lock back on empty due to the heavier weight on the recoil spring which is common with compact/subcompact. Mine does the same which I like bc less probably for fails and helps with round count and speed reloads with one in the chamber
That’s a good point, hadn’t thought of that. It’s definitely made me focus on round count which is a good thing as you mentioned. Thanks for the input.
Did you ever find a holster that works with the TLR7?
Yes! I bought this from Guerrilla Tactical, but unfortunately it doesn't look like they make them for HK P2000's anymore. That's a bummer since it's a great holster.
guerrilla-tactical.com/product/the-big-rig-light-compatible/
Falco does.
Why would you want a safety on a DA/SA gun?
The first handgun I learned to shoot in was a HK USP which is a DA/SA with a safety and I own an HK45 (my favorite handgun) which is also a DA/SA with a safety, so I guess I’m just really used to that setup. Also, when I shoot USPSA matches you can holster a DA/SA cocked and locked as long long as the safety is engaged.
What's the advantage of the exposed hammer model over the non exposed one?
Are you referring to striker fired versus hammer fired? The HKP2000 only comes in a hammer fired version. The only striker fired pistols HK makes are the VP9 and VP40, which I've never fired so I can't really speak to them, but they look awesome. There are tons of debates online about striker vs. hammer. Personally I have more experience with hammer fired pistols and love the feel, being able to manually manipulate them, and external safeties. That being said strikers have a ton of pros also. Would recommend trying out a few and seeing what’s feels best for you.
The "non exposed" version of the P2000 is the sk model
It's smaller and doesn't have a the decocking button
@@Theonlyoneleft1000 There are a few variations of the P2000SK. Some have a LEM trigger, which have a spurred hammer and don't have a decocker. Versions with a DA/SA trigger have a decocker and a bobbed hammer. More info here hk-usa.com/hk-models/p2000-sk/
That’s the LEM Trigger
@@Theonlyoneleft1000 , the Variant 3 is DA/SA and has a decocker.
do one on TRIGGER UP GRADE TO FLAT TRIGGER ??
I haven’t upgraded the trigger on this, but I do need another project so maybe I will.
I thought lights didn’t fit HK rails without an adapter??
j dash older models like USP’s need an adapter but the newer ones don’t.
The Grit Republic so the pk 2000’s do not??
j dash nope, I’ve had a few different lights on it with no adapter
The Grit Republic it doesn’t have a safety though?
j dash it does not. If you want an HK around the same size with a safety, check out the P30s. It’s a little smaller but has a safety lever.
You shouldn't have to hammer so much on the pins in these hks
They have become easier to slide in over time.
Nice gun, that holster is dangerous, no range allow that holster
Yeah I stopped using it and moved to a Safariland not that long ago.
Flexing on those poors!
Haha
Used $400 at local gun shop. Just gotta look.
Huy Tran nice!
it was all good until i saw the serpa in the background haha no thanks hoss
Yeah I ended up ditching the Serpa after learning more about it and getting one from Guerrilla Tactical that also fits the light.
@@UnprofessionalOutdoors fuck yeahhh guerrilla tactical! i've got a big rig for my USP+x300u
@@madeleineollerton5993 nice, I also went with the big rig
Just bought a p2000 v3 that said “3.26” barrel. I thought that barrel length only existed in an SK. Can only see online that normal p2000s should only be 3.66” barrels or so.
Any insight on this? Here’s the link to what I bought
www.sportsmans.com/shooting-gear-gun-supplies/handguns/heckler-koch-p2000-v3-40-sw-326in-blue-pistol-101-rounds-california-compliant/p/p246564
Hmm that's weird. I haven't seen a standard P2000 with a 3.26" barrel. Have you received the gun yet and measured it? Wonder if it's a mistake on the site, a custom, or maybe a rarer variant? Would be interested to hear more when you have it.
How long did it take for sportsman’s to get them in stock? I’m looking for the P2000 V2 3.66
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