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I own several Hi Powers, including Browning and FN branded pistols in 9mm and .40, as well as an FEG, an Argentinean produced during the FN license era, and a stainless Tisas BR9. As a precaution I installed the BH Springs reliability kit, as well as an SFS system (as an experiment, turns out I really liked it).
My experience with the Tisas has been 100% positive. For me it's by far the most accurate of my Hi Powers. Stainless means no worries about rust carrying it in hot and humid Texas summers.
My personal view is that you should own several, but I'd unreservedly recommend the BR9 if you want a well made, attractive, highly functional hi power you can shoot as much as you like without feeling like you're damaging the cultural heritage of the world by putting wear on a collectible. And for the price you can buy 2 brand new ones for about what a used original will set you back.
Just my $.02, but I think the Tisas is completely legit.
EDIT: it's not really noticeable to the eye, but the grip dimensions are ever so slightly larger. Pachmyer grips from a stock FN built Browning HP do not fit, too small. Regular grip panels fit perfectly. For me, it's even more comfortable and natural than the original.
My experience with the Tisas has been 100% positive. For me it's by far the most accurate of my Hi Powers. Stainless means no worries about rust carrying it in hot and humid Texas summers.
My personal view is that you should own several, but I'd unreservedly recommend the BR9 if you want a well made, attractive, highly functional hi power you can shoot as much as you like without feeling like you're damaging the cultural heritage of the world by putting wear on a collectible. And for the price you can buy 2 brand new ones for about what a used original will set you back.
Just my $.02, but I think the Tisas is completely legit.
EDIT: it's not really noticeable to the eye, but the grip dimensions are ever so slightly larger. Pachmyer grips from a stock FN built Browning HP do not fit, too small. Regular grip panels fit perfectly. For me, it's even more comfortable and natural than the original.