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- Taking out my HK VP9 9mm for some additional "exercise"!!
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I swear this man does not age, I’ve been watching him for over a decade
You're not kidding! Missus Hickok must feed him and John good or something! =)
I was just thinking exactly the same thing
he doesn't age.... he levels up!!!
That’s because Hickok45 is the Chuck Norris of the gun community!
Same
The best firearms channel! May you live forever and keep showing us amazing firearms Mr. Hickok!
Hell yes, I'm in.
I agree!! This young man is clearly
a special shooter!!🇺🇸👍
Damn. It really has been a long while hasn't it. I'm glad his son is so involved it must be great father son times. May he live forever and may Hickok Jr take notes so he can take over when mr. Hickok retires.
Amen 🙏🙏🙏
May you live forever, is an insult by spartan law
I have this pistol. The grip and trigger is amazing!
How did you change the back straps? Do I need like a punch? The stock ones are just a little big for my hand
@@samgardner4667 Roll pin punch.
@@samgardner4667 a glock punch will take it out so you can change the backstraps and then the side panels. I love the hk store magwell on mine which just slips on and then secures with the same roll pin.
@@samgardner4667 Just push the pin out, try the different side panels and back straps till it feels good and then replace the pin. I found an old or cheap Phillips head screw driver with the tip cut off makes a great tool to push out pins. I love my VP-9. fits better than my Glock 23, and has a much better trigger.
I love my vp9
I'm a Lefty and have been shooting since about 1980. I've shot S&W, Glock, Sig, Ruger etc.. I fell in love with the HK VP 9 right away. The ergonomics are A+! The paddle mag release is awesome. I got better groups with this gun than anything I've ever shot and its just made well!
I took a CCW class last week and I was given this gun being a lefty, I was sold once I mastered it the mag release is off-putting being on the trigger guard but once I got used to it I learned to hit it with my right thumb as I went to grab for a new mag since my instructor was programming us to just drop the mag if we are shooting and went dry.
Others mentioned it but the paddle mag release is NOT intended to be used with the thumb ! Use the strong hand trigger or middle finger and you will find it is actually a much better system than a button release. I have had my VP9 for a couple years now, love it and I am a 70yr old lifelong 1911 user !
I have had this pistol since it came out. I have around 7,000 round through it and it still runs great and is very accurate. I love the paddle mag release on it. You might try using your trigger finger to drop the mag like i have seen a few others doing over the years.
HK's are such great shooters! I really love the paddle mag release, because when you are carrying it in a softer holster and pushing up against objects, there is way less chance to hit the mag release. I think your average shooter that doesnt carry very often overlooks this big detail! knowing that when you draw, your mag is still going to be 100% seated is a big plus.
yes I have had my mag become released on pistols with american style mag releases- especially extended releases like on my 1911.
I really like being able to hit the catch with my trigger finger. My thumbs are kinda stubby and I will usually have to break my grip to hit a thumb release.
And yeah, I've had other pistols drop their mag out of my holster, especially while getting in and out of a vehicle.
I have a VP40 with a push button mag release, I most certainly hope I never run into that issue lol.
Solution: don't carry in some soft holster that barely even serves as a trigger cover. I've carried for years and have never once hit a mag release during any drills. This is a nonissue with any decent holster. For small pocket carry guns, ok I get it. I only pocket carry with a revolver though, so again, nonissue. Not aware of any pocket carry sized semi autos with a paddle release.
@@valiantsloth HK VP9 SC
Glad to see you finally broke out the VP9. Love that gun. German excellence!
Have had the vp9 for 5 years now. Been an absolute beast in IPSC production. Very pleased with it.
Did you get the 17's...?
1:51 HK makes the VP9 B which has a regular push button style mag release. It’s really a 21st century glock. To me it’s a better pistol in every way and I’m shocked more police departments haven’t switched over. In 4-5,000 rounds not a single misfire of any kind.
It's purely a cost issue. If HK was competitive with contract prices they'd likely be used far more often by American police agencies. My department allows us to use personal weapons and I use my VP9 for duty carry.
Glock didn't invent the striker fired pistol. A Glock is a modern HK VP70.
@@RoninSkye24 Sad but true comment. Police department adoption of duty sidearms should never be dictated by cost - that's just not the place to cut budget corners. Even the smallest police department should equip it's officers with the best pistols available. In one respect I'm glad you can carry the VP9, but at the same time, in a SHTF situation, you lose the ability to throw a full a fully charged magazine to a fellow officer for a fast reloading in a worst case/sustained gunfight scenario if officers are carrying multiple makes of service sidearms. Stay safe officer.
@@dmlchannel3262 how often does a gunfight last where it's necessary for one officer to throw a magazine to another as if it's a WW2 movie lol. If that shit is happening then I'm working my ass off to reach my patrol rifle anyhow, assuming I'm not already using it during the situation. I'm an outlier, because I keep my primary rifle in the rack beside me and another rifle in my gun bag in the trunk. I'm basically a mobile armory because there's another pistol and shotgun in that bag as well as ammo for all of them.
If I ever run out of ammunition there's a fucking problem. Think of the Burt Gummer from Tremors 2 speech after he first encounters the screamer Graboids. That...
One of the things I really like about the VP 9 is the Paddle Mag. release! I use my trigger finger to drop the mag. as I'm loading a new one! No need for me to shift my grip and my trigger finger is right there ready for action!
i just raise my trigger and use my middle...
This is the proper way to use the paddle mag using the thumb is uncomfortable but once you use the trigger or middle finger it becomes a lot easier.
I use my middle finger on my trigger hand, right side of guard…
I'm a big fan of the paddle release on mine and use the "raptor claw" (lol) technique with my middle finger, but I definitely see how it could be difficult if someone has dexterity problems. Really it comes down to practicing with what you use and finding what's comfortable for yourself. Glad to see you bring the VP9 back out for another great video, Mr. Hickok 💯
Same for me, I think the mag release is a major plus of my VP9. I wonder if hickock having massive hands makes it hard for him to stick with the thumb but I do the middle finger too and find it faster/more comfortable than other mag releases
It's great to see all the love for the VP9 in the comment section. On many VP9 vs other popular pistols, I see so many people dismissing the VP9 for being more "snappy" and having a higher bore axis than something like a Glock. The trigger is also excellent and the ergonomics are insane too.
They only complain about the high bore axis because it hurts their little girly wrists.
I'll take the accuracy and reliability for a decent price anytime.
At first I thought my VP9 was snappy but as it's broken in, it feels like any ~4 inch 9mm. I don't shoot it that often so I can't say I've really gotten used to it. I agree at first my G17 was softer and flatter shooting, I was somewhat disappointed but now I don't think it's losing anything to the Glock 17/19 other than expensive magazines.
Snappy? Every good shooter I’ve seen with a vp9 shoot with very little to no recoil.
So I’m looking to Buy a new pistol and I’ve been looking into the possibility of one from H&K, the VP9 looks absolutely incredible, I’ve been doing research on it and I’m stuck between this and the Glock 34. What kind of different specs can I add to the VP9? Any Optics or different texture style grips? From what I can tell the iron sights look awsome!
@@Noble_-6 VP9 is a GREAT choice and I'd recommend it over a glock any day of the week. This is what I have added to mine - Streamlight TLR1 WML and a holosun SCS red dot. You really don't need to add much, it's good to go out of the box.
They also have kits to upgrade 15rd mags to 17rd. I love my VP9s and the paddle mag release.
Love the VP9! Dropping the mag with the paddle release is a breeze. I use my trigger finger.
I bought one of these, it came standard with 3 17 round magazines as well as night sights. The ergos are some of, if not the best. I love the paddle release, I can easily move my middle finger on my strong hand up to release the mag. Of course, what works for me, may not work for everyone else.
I use the same approach for the mag release. Mr. Hicock 45 might be better suited with the VP9 b for the button release though.
Couldn’t agree more, favorite polymer framed 9mm in my collection for sure.
Glock needs to up their game.
Was that the tactical version?
I managed to find the VP9B model, and it is my favorite sidearm. You probably know that the "B" designation is simply an "American" style mag release button instead of the paddles.
I had shot enough Glocks when i worked at a gun shop/gun range. Just never liked their crappy triggers. Yes, they are reliable and delendable, but so is HK. When i held the VP9, the ergonomics is excellent. Much better than Glock. 3 left panels, 3 rught panels, and 3 rear straps give 27 possible grip configurations. The "ears" on the rear of thr slide actually yelps to pull the slide back to chamber a round. The paddle mag release actually improves on the button mag release. Accuracy is excellent.
It seems that HK took the Glock and addressed the deficiencies and applied teir own improvements to make it a much better pistol than Glock.
One of the best channels on TH-cam. The vp9 is admittedly my favorite firearm. From the time I could remember I wanted an HK, I finally got into a spot to get one, and did. Never even got to shoot one. I took it out and 1 mag in I just sat it down and thought about how awesome it was. I was blown away. Every firearm isn’t for every person, but to me it’s as close to perfect as it gets. Glad to see you revisiting it.
Great gun been my daily carry for years came with the original 15 rounds mags
Now have a few 17 round mags an 20 rounds mags for it an been flawless
How do you conceal carry such a large gun?
@@Conservativechristiancombat it's really not that big an with a good holster an a good solid belt
Won't even know the difference I use the 17 rounds can't beat it
@@Conservativechristiancombat if you wear loose fitting clothes and carry aiwb with a great holster (preferably one with a claw), it's not that difficult. Granted you can't carry it with every outfit, but many people conceal carry a Glock 45 or a Sig P320 XCarry size pistol. We don't really have a choice with the VP9 either because it's either that size or the VP9sk size. No in-between unfortunately.
@@Conservativechristiancombat I’m a skinny guy yet I conceal carry a full size VP9. I can wear whatever I want, any time of year, and don’t print because I appendix carry. Carrying to your 12 allows you to do so much.
Do the 20 roud mags fit flush?
I love the chuckle in every video. Never stops having fun!!
I bought this pistol not long after you did your initial review of it. It’s been my edc since then and I can’t say enough great things about it. The biggest reason I carry the VP9 is that fact I can shoot it so well. The trigger is so nice it feels like cheating. I also just picked up a brand new (Unfired) Walther PPQ off gun broker, which also has an amazing trigger. Prices are really going up on the PPQ’S now. Love you Hickok45, Thanks for the chapter 2 on this beauty!!!
Hk's customer service is the best and they love their customers.
Was introduced to H&K with the purchase of a USP back in 92 or 93. Absolutely love their products, and feel that the "paddle" mag release is the best design out there. With that said? The daily is a G19. What can I say.... Keep up the incredible videos and great banter- we love them!
Have loved mine ever since it touched my palm. Thing is a nail driver with such an amazingly controllable recoil.
I was looking at the walther and this was sitting next to it. I figured Hk, bigger money, but they had a special going and they were both the same price, or close. Just fit my hand so well, nice balance, the trigger was smooth and worked really well. I bought it. One friend wanted to try it against his glock, and he felt the same. He just ran mag after mag, literally cutting the centers out of his targets. He still mentions how much he loves that pistol, it's feel and accuracy. I feel the same.
I have both the HK VP9 and HK VP9 SK n 9mm and enjoy shooting both of them. Great grip, fits very comfortable in your hand and is a smooth shooter (either variation) and accurate. If you can, rent one…you will be surprised!
Funny how things happen. I traded in a rifle today for one of these fine vp9's. I remembered you did a video a few years ago about them,and here you just happened to revisit it...😊
It's a fantastic pistol with a great trigger and very, very accurate ..
Glad to see you still like yours Bill.
I own both the VP9 and the VP9 SK. Over 800 rds thru both guns no problem. The paddle mag release didn’t take too much time to get used to. Both Feel great in my hands! Love it!
Is it practical for small hands?
@@loiclabonne5708 Yes. The grip panel that comes with the gun will allow you to configure it to fit your hand. I too don’t have big hands. I put two small side panels and one med back strap.
You do a great job for all of us 🇺🇸
Mr Hickok, keep up the great work.
He even does for European viewers ☝️ since there is not a large gun lobby over here. We might build some of the finest weapons, but in most countries in the EU there are really restrict personal weapon laws and so is the community not that great.
But I'm glad that I moved from Germany to Austria. Here I do have the right to protect at least my home with an gun. Even i have no reason to, because living is really safe over here but it allows me to own and shoot a gun.
Get this man a VP9 B with the American magazine release. He’ll fall in love with it.
This gun and the CZ P10C are my favorite polymer pistols
I love my VP9. Right now it is my EDC and I love everything about it
Ewww, to big for edc
I shot one at an indoor range once. It is a great gun. I love the mag release. One day I hope to get one.
Almost chose the VP9 at the time I bought my Walther PPQ; both are excellent choices,
quite similar in quality, ergonomics and "shootability".
The deciding factors were a)that incredible PPQ trigger and b) a more pronounced mag
release paddle (which is a wonderful thing once you get past pushing a button).
They both embarrass any Glock, too, hands down.
Wife chose a P320 later on because the light PPQ trigger made her nervous; the P320
trigger is very nice as well, just a bit heavier is all.
I had both..PPQ beat it in the trigger arena. PPQ is so underrated. …like it more than the newer PDP too
Can't beat a ppq
PPQ/PDP has a better trigger out of the box, but the VP9 trigger can be improved to the point that it's better than any PPQ/PDP trigger out there. It just has so little creep while the walther's have a noticeable amount.
I like when hickok45 says, "Life is good."
Got one a couple months ago, the grey grip frame version . Love it! Very accurate on
Y gripe is wish they would have put night sights on it instead of the low type ! Great pistol!
Definitely is my favorite, and absolutely love the paddles.
This is the first HK and the first striker fire weapon I've shot. I think I might be spoiled a bit, it's great!
I have the VP9 w/ a 17 round mag & the button mag release. I love it
Well balanced, very comfortable, easy to control, easy to clean. Accurate but pricey. Good pistol isn’t cheap and a cheap pistol isn’t good
Believe it or not I hated my VP9. had a double feed malfunction on first shot and malfunctions of all sorts regularly after that. Embarrassing at firearms classes. called HK and was told 115 grain can cause malfunctions. Took the advice but I had them with 124 grain also. Got rid of it within 1 years and went back to Glocks. No problems now.
VP9 tactical wont eject 160 grain without the suppressor attached. I don't trust this gun.
Love seeing this gun. Need to see a review on some more CZs
I'd like to see his opinion on the Cajun Gun Works P01 omega.
I’m sorry but the USP is one of the best looking HKs ever. The P2000 isn’t bad all the other HK guns look like nerf guns.
Truly the Mr. Rogers of the gun world.
You're indeed a true teacher. You have been quite and educator on firearms. Your views are quite unequicable on some facts about firearms being reacreational. Just as you present you show. Its enjoyable. Makes me feel like want to fly in to see you and shake your hands if you permit. I live in Nigeria though.
Ideally, I would want three dots below the rear sights---the first red- dot indicating the round is chambered and a second red-dot indicating it is cocked. I would then want both of these dots covered with a large blue-dot indicating the manual safety is on.
This would enable one to just flick the manual safety to shoot from a chambered and cocked pistol. Alternately, one could chamber and decock it, and then cock it again with the de-cocking lever.
Regardless of how one does it, a firearm should indicate its status with the requisite dots.
It's strange that even HK doesn't incorporate a manual safety feature into its pistols, any longer.
The vast majority of people are neither law enforcement personnel nor criminals. Those who really need pistols aren't even obsessed with firearms or want to be perceived as macho. I also can't think of why people who really need pistols would want a varied collection of them.
I believe people( like myself) need a quick striker-fired pistol with a manual safety to minimize the likelihood of accidental discharge.
Accidental discharge can occur if kids or irresponsible guests obtain access to the weapon or if a person is a little sleepy or drunk. Accidents are called accidents precisely because their likelihood of happening is minuscule, but still do happen when things go drastically wrong. Yes, we need to keep guns away from children and we need to be sharp and alert when we handle them, but there's no 100% surety against any of these.
I personally like the HK P7m13, the FN 5.7, and the Cz 52(in parts where 7.62x25mm ammo is more abumdant than 9mm ammo)but would want a modern 9mm pistol with widely available 9mm ammo.
I would also like handguns like the S&W Governor or Taurus Judge that shoot 45 long, 45 ACP and 410 shells for self defense against pests in the wild.
Striker fired pistols are quick, so I naturally prefer them. 5.7x28mm pistols are even quicker, but don't have ammo widely available.
A hammer is only preferable to the striker-pin to strike a dud, again, with a DA trigger or if a striker-fired pistol is likely to be so extensively used that the strike pin would turn weak.
I think a 4"" barell is adequate for concealed carry and not too range- or performance-impaired even otherwise.
Heavy pistols can counter the recoil, but do extract a penalty in operational time.
I would typically want a 4" barrel for a concealed carry handgun and a 6" to 7.5" barrel for a longer handgun in my car and home, preferably with rear sights that can be varied for range, so I don't have to carry an SMG in my car or a shotgun/rifle at home because even though rifles/SMGs are more accurate, handguns are quicker to aim and operate, and even though shotguns are point-ans-shoot cannons, they're difficult to maneuver in enclosed spaces.
I would never carry any firearm that doesn't have a manual safety, but a revolver even though slower than pistols can work through even duds.
I wouldn't mind paying a premium for a manual safety that, at least, blocks the firing pin and, perhaps, even the trigger and the slide(to prevent shots by kids even if the firing pin safety fails because of wear, rusting, poor servicing or some other cause), provided it doesn't slow the pistol once the mechanism is deactivated, regardless of how cumbersome or complex the safety mechanism is.
Every design process comprises tradeoffs that improve some performance parameters by degrading others. When we squeeze the trigger, most of us pull the gun to the right and some even push it slightly down, whereas the ballistic recoil pushes the barrel up. A soft trigger and the weight of the gun are the only two variables that can counteract that phenomenon in a pistol because muzzle stabilisers or flash suppressors(like those on the AKM, AK74 and AK103) could burn people with small firearms, and a recoil-absorbing piston(like that on the AK103) would make the firearms heavy and prone to wear and malfunction unless meticulously checked and cleaned.
Rotating bolts will be too light on handguns, but rotating barrels or rotating counter-acting weights could also absorb some recoil on handguns, albeit at the penalty of weight, wear, and frequent maintenance, repairs and replacement.
Double-action triggers can cycle through the duds in a low-capacity revolver, but not in a pistol because of the considerable force required to move the extractor on the slide.
Laser range finders and self-ranging and adjusting scopes could correct for distance, elevation and wind for each cartridge and barrel, but would again make the guns heavy and unwieldy, alert the intruders, and render a scope useless, without battery or ambient renewable energy, and would also considerably slow-down the acquisition and engagement time.
Simple weapons are the most reliable, once you train on them, but not the best performing ones.
I'm in my mid-50s, but have children, all under 8 years of age, so will never keep any firearm without an external safety.
I've not used firearms since the 1990s, but studied them in Jane's Infantry Weapons and used them extensively through the 70s and 80s, and early 90s, as a precocious boy and a curious young man.
I carried it while on patrol. Very good gun!
i've never heard someone say they had to many guns , you're blessed
Good to see a larger guy had the exact same problem I did. I held it at a gun shop realized I couldn't even get to mag release and never thought about it again.
It's easier to push the paddle with your trigger finger in my opinion. I have short thumbs and can't reach the paddle on the left side with my normal grip. The trigger finger works fine though. But they do make a version with a button release. Not only for the American market by the way, the Berlin police ordered them with a button release, too!
I have no issues with the mag release and I'm 6'6 240lbs with hands to match. Overblown issue.
I've had a VP9 for about 4 years! It is my favorite! I like the mag release. I use my trigger or middle finger to release the mag..
I sold my XD40 and bought an H&K VP40. I got a 357sig barrel for it and it's a beast. I love it, it's quickly becoming my favorite hand gun.
I really like my VP9. I've had it for a couple years now and it's just such a quality shooter. Weird getting used to paddle mag release, but after that it is great. I'm gonna have to get a few 17rd mags.
They even have 20 Rd mags too now bro
Great reviews, keep them coming. I own two VP9’s and love the pistol and it’s my ECG.
Life is good and it's better when you start your day with a little Hickok 45
The best gun channel on TH-cam. Best regards from Germany 😀
HK VP9 legendary fire
That's my concealed EDC. Love my VP9 thanks Hk45
I had my HK locked up for the longest, always went to my Glock. I brought it back out and forgot why I actually bought. It is one of the best. Now I bring it everytime I go to the range.
Amazing pistol.
Brazil is looking forward to the day when Mr. Hickok will test the CBC Military 3.0 (12 gauge) shotgun. I don't know if it's already available in the United States of America, but is possible.
Greetings from Brazil ❗🇧🇷
Eles não tem a CBC Military 3.0 lá.
@@Gustavo-js3di Coming soon. Keep the faith!
Em breve. Tenha fé!
So many guns, so little time. Hickok you crack me up!
I have the VP9-B. It has the traditional push button magazine release. Much better than the paddle release.
Love the shirt John had on at the end of the video!! Good Times!!
🖖🐾🇺🇸
Great plug for silencer central ! I just ordered a Banish45 can from them and a Vp9 tactical to put it on
Ahhh the Bob Ross of guns, still at it. Still outshooting us millennials. Keep at it Hickok45 ✌🏼
I refused to believe that one man can shoot this good
We rock with you up here in CT!
The best polymer pistol in the world 🤠😍👍🥇🇩🇪🥇🇺🇸🌹💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥
The VP9 is my favorite
Not just new 17 round magazines, HK also made +2 conversion kits for the older 15 round mags.
All power and respect to the fast mag change contingent. But, I don't care about it. And, I actually like the H&K paddle mag change lever, even though I have not owned one for about 10 years. Yes, not being a fast mag changer could get me killed, in 1 % of self defense incidents? Ok, but I won't be worrying too much about it, ever. Hickok, that was another great vid. Thanks for that. As a suggestion from a guy who is not in your league, as a shooter. Use your right index finger on the paddle/lever mag release, on that style of release. It works great
Gutes schnelles Schießen. Ziemlich gute kompakte Pistole.Sehr gutes Video.
I just bought a vp9, as my first firearm. Need 2 weeks for my criminal record, can’t wait to feel it in my hand again
Hope you like it. I have both sk and full size. I know it’s worth the money I spent on it.
Hello hickok45, Im moving my gun collection from comiefornia to Johnson City TN next week. I look forward to living in a state that respects our constitutional rights. Im tired of fighting the liberals where I currently live and Im not raising my children under their rules or values!
Come on brother and get some freedom. Glad you came to your senses. Life too short
Reaction to intro: Yeah 👍 😎....
This pistol has always impressed me. I would love to have one but I really prefer something besides a 9mm.
Yes, it’s hard to find the VP40. Would like to see a VP45 too.
VP 10 And I’m in
I’m happy I found he made a video on the vp9. I just ordered one I think it’s really nice in the hand can’t wait to shoot it.
Love my VP-9, it has the nicest trigger I own. But like you, I don't care for the mag release. Whether I use my thumb, my trigger finger or my middle finger, I can't find a way to push it without breaking my grip. On the other hand it's not my EDC, and even if I were carrying it, chances are I wouldn't carry an extra magazine with seventeen in the gun.
It's like he knew I've been looking at getting a vp9
Would you do a Turkish review, Canik Mete SFT 9mm? Enjoy your discussions and I’m hooked on your knowledge, presentation, and all of your safety videos. My wife and I are captivated and love your chuckles when you start nailing the targets and smoke some pots! Thank you for your consideration.
I love my HK'S VP9 and P30SK Love your videos!
Best Pistol In Market ..
I love to shoot this gun with a “two thumbs forward grip” and pointer* finger on the trigger guard with your support hand. I know it sounds weird but if you have one.. give it a try. It makes what little recoil a 9mm has turn basically into nothing. On top of the having your thumbs forward and free, allows you too hit that safety quite a bit easier😉
Hickok, if you don’t like the paddle release, HK makes the VP9B which has the American style button release. HK VP9 is my favorite 9mm.
My go to before buying any gun. Picking up a VP9 and P2000 this weekend. Thanks for the reviews.
The ‘middle finger’ on the right hand in my opinion is the best option for releasing the magazine on this gun.
i love my vp9sk, mine is my favorite carry pistol period, sig 320 mags fit and run perfect with very minor mods . i stopped carrying a glock when i bought mine.
That’s good to know. Would the larger p320 mags fit in the VP9??
I traded in a Glock 26, for an SK, and the SK fit nicely in the G 26 Leather holster.
@@oceanpyrate i can use all my kydex g19 rigs the safariland one even works. im pretty good at building glock triggers, even factory trigger tuning, ...the first time i shot my vp i knew i was over glocks, and its the only pistol i own that i have never had a single malfunction with and its even good in sub zero temps. lol...i didnt want to like ..ha.
I bought an Hk vp9 like a few months ago, I love mine. Mine has the push button mag release. Mine came with two 17 round mags. Also I thought the push button had a b after the vp9 but Mine didn't. Kinda odd though.
My favorite as well
Been waiting for this chapter 2!
I live in NJ.....bought the VP9 LE a few years ago because of the 15rd mag. That was NJ law at the time. The next year they decided we subjects should only have 10rd mags. I hate this state.
Try using pointer finger. Already active from , in place of the traditional thumb for release. Faster more positive. Solid
Thanks for doing another video on this awesome pistol. Love that they've upgraded the mags.
You should try using the mag release with your trigger finger or maybe your middle finger, I find paddle mag releases work better and feel more natural this way. Or you can try the VP9B for a traditional (but not ambidextrous!) button mag release.
That is how I release the mags with the trigger finger. I have to shift a Glock to release the mags, small hands I guess.
You probably know that it's pretty easy to swap out the "B" mag release to the other side.
@@Wundrdawg1 Ah that’s nice at least, kinda like the 92. I don’t know much about the VP9B, I’m just interested in the regular version with the paddle mag release. I like that the paddle release is 100% ambi without modifying the gun.
@@HankScorpio86 Fantastic weapon no matter which you prefer. I think I would have really loved the paddles as well if I'd have bought the original and trained with it. You know how that goes though,... you love the equipment you're good with.
1911 guy here, Vp9s are the only striker fired pistols I like.
Nice looking Weapon.
One of the best in my collection!
mr hickok..
I'm a bit old-fashioned and love full metal body guns..especially guns like the 1911, which has straight, sharp and angular smooth lines..
Even if you make 100 videos about 1911, I can watch all of them with pleasure without getting bored..
It is such a weapon that it looks very stylish even in women's hands.....
Love my VP9 and I love this channel. Great content Hickok, keep it comin'.
Used your trigger finger to eject magazine not thumb
It's a paddle mag release it's almost a natural feeling to drop the trigger finger and release the mag. I have had this Pistol since its first came out. Hundreds of rounds through it and not a hiccup a little to large for an EDC but it's one of my favorites and I'll likely be getting the VP9SK as I'm not overly happy with my two carry guns.
This was going to be my exact comment. Learned pretty quick to use the trigger finger, don’t have to adjust your grip at all. Have loved mine ever since it landed in my hand and must say, the damn thing is just a nail driver!
@@scrumdiddlyumptious73 bruh i have all vp’s paddle mag release except the push bottom vp9.
I use my middle finger, much more natural
Love form India🇮🇳
Use your trigger finger for the mag release. It feels strange at first but after some practice you won’t need to adjust your grip
Love my VP70z 🇺🇦🇺🇲☮️👍 and my 2023 VP9 SK in OD Green, paddle mag release 👍 HKs changeable grip side panels and back straps make everyother pistol inferior.