[Ghengis]

HiPoint C-9, compact 9mm. MSRP $ 140.00. Don't let the low price and ugly looks fool you. Very simple and reliable handgun with 8 round magazine at a very affordable price.

I wanted to like the Hi-Point. But I have yet to see one that you weren't clearing failure to fire rounds too regularly for my idea of reliability.

I would go with a good, used S&W Model 64 or Ruger SP100 and carry .38+P before I'd go with a low end semi-auto. If you can find one at a good price, I'd go fixed sights, stainless and 3" barrel for concealed carry.

[Fee]

The early HiPoint pistols were not well made. The company has retooled and modified their materials/machining techniques. Their pistols and carbines have become very reliable. I would not buy a used one unless the serial number is checked to determine if they are not from the early years. I have many friends who own the new HiPoint pistols and put over 300 rounds thru them without any jams or stovepipes. After 500 rounds, it is recommended that the weapon be cleaned.