Quoted: real good feedback so far, thanks all. Anymore about the trigger? |
Ok first off I'll tell you the preferences I have for handguns to give you a better idea of where I am coming from.
I'm a SA auto fan, and a die hard 1911 snob. I'm not much for new DA/DA, DOA, and safety action polymer and tacticool pistols.
The BHP is definitely a close second favorite for me, if not a tie for first. So when looking at my pros and cons, keep in mind I am comparing it to the 1911. Which is some what unfair, but regardless of that I needed a frame of reference to compare it to.
No the trigger isn't the best, but it's better than the majority.
The Cons: I would be really impressed with the BHP if it were available with night sites straight from the factory. (But there are more than enough smiths that can do this and other things for you) Trigger reset is a bit less to be desired when compared to the 1911. But there are custom jobs that can fix this. I also prefer the removal of the mag safety, but thats just me and isn't that big of a deal. In fact the biggest flaw in my mind about the BHP is that they are not available in a wide variety like the 1911 is. There is a lot of talk about the BHPs cast frame, which if it were modern forged steel would certianly be better, but this is of little concern. Just remember some of the worlds most powerful revolvers have cast frames, and of course don't forget how many pistols use alloys and "plastic" receivers. 90% of what I would call the Cons of the HP are easy fixes, or don't really matter much.
The Pros: A plus to not being available in a wide variety is there aren't nearly as many junk parts available for the BHP as there are for the 1911. Which can save you the error of getting a faulty or inferior part. Better factory trigger than most factory handguns. Accurate as hell, much slimmer than most 9mm's and .40's. As far as a carry gun goes, it is the full size CCW pistol for me. The ergonomics also fit me better than most modern production pistols. I really feel, the HP is the most under rated handgun in America.
If your preferences are even remotely like mine, then you will love this pistol.