Discover the Modern Legend: The FN High Power 9mm Pistol

For enthusiasts, collectors, and serious shooters seeking a blend of classic design and contemporary performance, the FN High Power stands as an exceptional choice. This isn't just another 9mm pistol; it's a meticulously re-engineered icon, designed to meet the demands of today's discerning firearm owner. With its robust steel construction, advanced features, and a commitment to precision, the FN High Power elevates the shooting experience. Are you looking for a dependable, high-capacity 9mm for target shooting, competitive events, or even home defense? The FN High Power delivers on all fronts, offering superb handling, accuracy, and unwavering reliability.

Unparalleled Craftsmanship and Engineering: The Heart of the FN High Power

The core of any great pistol lies in its fundamental construction, and the FN High Power exemplifies superior engineering. Every component, from its frame to its barrel, is crafted from high-quality steel, ensuring enduring strength and a reassuring heft that minimizes recoil and promotes stable shooting. The pistol’s overall length of 8 inches and a weight of 40 ounces contribute to its balanced feel, making it comfortable to shoot for extended periods without fatigue. This dedication to robust material selection means the FN High Power is built to last, capable of withstanding rigorous use whether at the range or in challenging environments.

Precision Barrel and Slide Design

• 4.70" Black Target Crown Steel Barrel: The heart of the FN High Power's accuracy is its cold hammer-forged steel barrel. Cold hammer forging is a manufacturing process that compacts the barrel material, resulting in superior durability, a smoother bore, and exceptional accuracy potential. The 4.70-inch length provides an optimal balance between sight radius for precision shooting and a manageable overall size. A distinctive target crown at the muzzle protects the rifling from damage, ensuring consistent projectile exit and further enhancing accuracy. With a 1:10" RH twist rate, this barrel is optimized for a wide range of popular 9mm Luger ammunition, ensuring stable bullet flight and consistent performance.
• Black PVD Serrated Steel Slide: The slide boasts a durable Black PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) finish. PVD is a cutting-edge coating technology renowned for its extreme hardness, corrosion resistance, and low friction, providing superior protection against wear, scratches, and environmental elements. This ensures your FN High Power maintains its pristine appearance and operational integrity even after extensive use. Deep, positive serrations on the front and rear of the slide offer excellent purchase for reliable manipulation, whether you're racking the slide, performing press checks, or clearing the weapon, even under adverse conditions or with gloved hands.
• Driftable Steel Blackout Sights: Equipped with robust steel blackout sights, the FN High Power allows for precise zeroing to match your preferred ammunition and shooting style. These driftable sights mean you can fine-tune your point of impact for pinpoint accuracy, a critical feature for competitive shooters and those who demand the utmost precision from their firearm. The "blackout" design ensures minimal distraction, allowing your eye to focus solely on the front sight and target, promoting faster sight acquisition and improved shot placement.

Ergonomics and User Experience: Designed for Instinctive Operation

The FN High Power is not just a collection of advanced components; it's a thoughtfully designed system aimed at maximizing user comfort and control. Its ergonomic enhancements ensure that the pistol fits naturally in the hand, promoting intuitive handling and superior shooting dynamics. This focus on the shooter's experience makes it a highly enjoyable and effective firearm to operate.

• Steel Frame with Extended Beavertail: The robust steel frame provides a solid foundation, contributing significantly to the pistol's recoil absorption and overall stability. A key enhancement is the extended beavertail. This subtle but impactful design feature allows for a higher, more secure grip on the pistol, distributing recoil forces more evenly across the hand and preventing "hammer bite." The result is enhanced comfort, better recoil control, and faster follow-up shots.
• Black Textured Polymer Grips: The pistol comes standard with black textured polymer grips that offer excellent purchase and comfort. Recognizing that hand size and preference vary, FN includes two pairs of grips, allowing users to customize the fit and feel to their exact needs. This adaptability ensures a secure, non-slip hold in various conditions, enhancing control and reducing fatigue during extended shooting sessions.
• Ambidextrous Controls: A significant modernization, the FN High Power features fully ambidextrous controls, including the slide release and thumb safety. This design ensures that the pistol can be operated efficiently and instinctively by both right-handed and left-handed shooters without requiring any modifications or compromises in technique. This feature is particularly valuable for tactical applications or for sharing the firearm among multiple users.
• Single-Action Only (SAO) Trigger: The Single-Action Only (SAO) trigger mechanism is a hallmark of precision and predictability. With a crisp, consistent 5 lb trigger pull weight, shooters can anticipate and execute shots with greater accuracy. The SAO design means the hammer is cocked before each shot, resulting in a shorter, lighter, and more precise trigger break, ideal for target shooting and competitive environments where trigger control is paramount.

Enhanced Performance and Reliability for the Modern Shooter

Beyond its robust construction and ergonomic design, the FN High Power incorporates critical improvements that address common desires of today's handgun owners, making it a truly modern and capable firearm.

• High Capacity 17+1 Rounds: With an impressive 17+1 round capacity (17 rounds in the magazine plus one in the chamber), the FN High Power provides significant firepower. This high capacity is a major advantage for competitive shooting, where fewer reloads mean faster stage times, and for self-defense scenarios, offering increased confidence and reduced need for reloads. The pistol includes two magazines, ensuring you have ample ammunition ready to go.
• No Magazine Disconnect Safety: Unlike some earlier models or the original Browning Hi-Power, the FN High Power design notably deletes the magazine disconnect safety. This means the pistol can fire a chambered round even if the magazine is removed. This feature is often preferred by experienced shooters for its simplicity and directness, eliminating one potential point of failure or hindrance during high-stress situations.
• Smooth Feeding and Polished Ramp: Reliability is paramount, and the FN High Power is designed to feed most modern factory loads smoothly and consistently. The cold hammer-forged barrel features a polished feed ramp, minimizing friction and ensuring flawless cycling of ammunition, round after round. This attention to detail contributes to the pistol's exceptional reliability, reducing the likelihood of malfunctions and ensuring peak performance when it matters most.
• Instant Takedown for Maintenance: Maintaining your firearm is crucial for its longevity and performance. The FN High Power is engineered for instant field stripping, allowing for quick and easy disassembly without tools. This simplified maintenance process encourages regular cleaning and lubrication, ensuring your pistol remains in optimal working condition and ready for action.

Who Is the FN High Power For?

The FN High Power is an ideal choice for a diverse range of firearm enthusiasts:

• Experienced Shooters and Collectors: Those who appreciate the legacy of the Browning Hi-Power but desire modern enhancements in capacity, ergonomics, and finish will find the FN High Power a compelling addition to their collection.
• Competitive Shooters: The SAO trigger, high capacity, excellent accuracy, and ambidextrous controls make it a strong contender for various pistol competitions, including USPSA, IDPA (where divisions allow), or informal range challenges.
• Target Shooting Enthusiasts: Its comfortable ergonomics, stable steel frame, and precise barrel contribute to an incredibly enjoyable and accurate shooting experience on the range.
• Individuals Seeking a Full-Size Home Defense Pistol: While primarily known as a range and competition firearm, its reliability, high capacity, and ease of use (especially with its ambidextrous nature) make it a viable option for home defense scenarios where a full-sized pistol is preferred.

What Are the Advantages of Choosing the FN High Power?

When considering a new 9mm pistol, you might ask, "Why choose the FN High Power over other options?" Here are some compelling advantages:

1. Modernized Classic Design: It offers the iconic aesthetics and feel of the legendary Hi-Power but with critical updates that enhance performance and usability for the modern era.
2. Exceptional Durability: The all-steel construction, PVD finish, and cold hammer-forged barrel ensure a firearm that will withstand generations of use.
3. Superior Accuracy: From the target crown barrel to the crisp SAO trigger and driftable sights, every element is geared towards achieving pinpoint precision.
4. Enhanced Ergonomics: Features like the extended beavertail, customizability with two grip sets, and ambidextrous controls provide a comfortable and intuitive shooting experience for a wider range of users.
5. High Ammunition Capacity: The 17+1 capacity offers a significant advantage in various shooting applications, reducing the need for frequent reloads.
6. Out-of-the-Box Value: The inclusion of two magazines, two pairs of grips, and a zippered ballistic range bag means you're ready to hit the range immediately with everything you need.

Essential Accessories and What's Included

The FN High Power comes thoughtfully equipped, ensuring you have the essentials from day one:

• Two 17-Round Magazines: Providing ample capacity and reducing the need for immediate additional purchases.
• Two Pairs of Grips: Allowing for customization of the pistol's feel to suit individual hand sizes and preferences.
• Zippered Ballistic Range Bag: A convenient and durable bag for transporting your pistol, magazines, and other range essentials securely.

Maintaining Your FN High Power

To ensure your FN High Power performs optimally for years to come, regular maintenance is essential. Its design facilitates easy field stripping, allowing quick access to the barrel, slide, and frame for cleaning. Use quality cleaning solvents and lubricants specifically designed for firearms. Pay particular attention to the barrel, slide rails, and trigger group to remove carbon buildup and ensure smooth operation. Proper storage in a secure, climate-controlled environment will also help preserve its finish and functionality.

The FN High Power, available at DEGuns, represents a masterclass in modern pistol design, respectfully building upon a legendary foundation. It delivers the precision, reliability, and ergonomic excellence demanded by today's shooters, making it a standout choice for anyone seeking a high-performance 9mm handgun.

FN High Power Key Specifications

Feature	Detail
Brand	FN
Model	High Power
Caliber	9mm Luger
Capacity	17+1
Action	SAO (Single Action Only)
Barrel Length	4.70"
Barrel Material	Steel
Barrel Finish	Black
Barrel Description	Target Crown Steel
Twist Rate	1:10" RH
Slide Material	Steel
Slide Finish	Black PVD
Slide Description	Serrated
Frame Material	Steel
Frame Finish	Matte Black
Frame Description	Steel Frame w/Beavertail
Overall Length (OAL)	8"
Height	5.62"
Width	1.35"
Weight	40 oz
Grips	Black Textured Polymer
Hand	Ambidextrous
Sight Style	Adjustable
Sight Configuration	Driftable Steel Blackout
Trigger Pull Weight	5 lbs
Safety	Thumb
Includes	2 Magazines, 2 Grips, Range Bag
UPC	845737013585