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I just don't see why people feel driven to complain about a particular make of gun they don't even use. I guess certain folks tie their egos too closely to their choice of weapon. As for the rest, I'd have to say they must buy into the argument without giving it much thought.
I would never advise anyone to expect 100% reliability from any manufactured product "out of the box." Automobiles and guns are both known for having "break-in" periods. This period of use both familiarizes the user with his machine, and allows certain parts to wear-in to the point of a better mechanical fit.
It is therefore advisable to break-in Hi-Point guns- if only for the owner to become familiar with its operation. I purchased my C-9 gently used, and have had no issues save one failure to feed with a single, reloaded, hollow-point round. I shoot it regularly, and handle it frequently. This allows me to trust its operation with my life, if necessary.
Speaking of which, I frequently read "How much is your life worth?" parroted across internet forums. Let me tell you...there isn't a gun made that's worth my life. I prefer to choose ease of function and familiarity of use in choosing my weapon.
Are these the sole reasons I own a Hi-Point? Definitely not. The C-9 I own has allowed me to introduce myself and my son to pistol shooting after an initial investment of under $150. It has allowed me to begin building my skills toward the point where they will be limited by my pistol's accuracy (which has not happened yet). It has allowed me to observe and investigate other pistol makes and models during this period so I can make a well-informed choice of my next centerfire pistol.
Also, when I finally decide on my next pistol purchase, I will not go around bad-mouthing the C-9 which has served me so well. I intend to keep it as a rugged jobsite gun I won't have to worry about damaging.
"...cheap polymer and pot metal." IsUrban Knight serious? I would never purchase a weapon if I had any problem with the composition of its components. Did he?
If I overlook aparticular feature on any product I buy, I can fault nobody other than myself. My wife once purchased a mid-sized car with a 4 cylinder engine - her mistake. Those models are no longer made with 4-cylinder engines. On the other hand, Hi-Point still manufactures and sells pistols - basically the same version as they have been selling.
I'm tired of writing, now...tirade over...enough said.