If I remember or recall the Joint Combat Pistol was supposed to have a 10-round capacity, many company placed their best for the contract. That's why you will see many of them, such as the M&P 45 have a 10-round capacity. The joint combat trial was abandoned but brought us some sweet arms.

I like how you compare this HK45 to other handguns. It helps a lot.

Its a little late to the game, but this video put me over the edge into getting the HK45 as my first handgun. Even though I had 10+ hours of research on the subject I was anticipating a small amount of buyers remorse. I am thankful to say I have 0, (zero) remorse. Best purchase of my life. Thanks.

love my hk45.. totally my favorite .45 and the vp9 is my favorite 9... hk is just class and performance all day.

@TheBoxingCannabyte

5 жыл бұрын

Damn straight! I love my SIGs, Glocks and M&P Shield but at the end of the day my P30SK 9mm DA/SA, P2000 LEM are always backup to my SIG 1911 (the only gun I like more than HK, even though my HKs are more durable)

Impressive collection. My advice, keep that woman happy.

Sat through your video in its entirety and enjoyed every minute of it. Thank you for your post, excellent info for HK lovers

@thesteelknightsarmory215

7 жыл бұрын

your welcome

You're the third review I've watched today and all speak very highly of this firearm. Really glad I bought one this morning over at Bass Pro.

After a long-awaited trial I have finally found and purchased my first hk45. I've been pleasantly surprised coming across your video as you have somehow given my innermost thoughts regarding this pistol a voice even though the two of us have never spoken. Thank you for producing such a high-quality video that was both entertaining and informative.

Wow, I am jealous, sir. That is quite an impressive collection of HK's. Stay strong ✊

I purchased a used one for $600 and was able to obtain all the original equipment that the postal came with. This is a very good review! Thank you so very much for taking the time to make it. Sincerely Ron

This video has earned you another sub! Great work man. Aside from audio quality (really not that bad) this is on par with other reviewers that have been doing this for years with hundreds of thousands of subs.

Great video. My HK45C has a special place in my gun safe right next to eight of my 1911's of various species, a P2000, and two VP9s. While I've always been a 1911 guy I have to pay homage to the HK45C based on how well I shoot it; the fact (read: preference) that it's not striker-fired; its unparalleled reliability; and its fit, finish, and functional completeness. For example when you rack the slide on this gun, just the mechanical sounds it makes, instills my confidence in it. I also appreciate the way the safety and decocker work to facilitate carrying it cocked and locked, and enable you to rack the slide with the safety on. The HK45C, in my view, stands out among many other outstanding handguns in this category. I wouldn't criticize any of the others in this category...but this one works well for me.

@jefife750

7 ай бұрын

Nothing against the other contenders, but I strongly feel that there is no better , more reliable combat gun, for ANY amount of money, than any of the hammer fired HK’s. I own most of them. My two favorite EDCs are the P30 40 SW, HK45C, and P30SKS. Near perfect as a combat/defense firearm. Just picked up a P30L. 9mm. May have to work that one into the EDC rotation. I’ve never shot a finer gun. I just finished ridding my collection of all striker fired guns.

Your Hand Cannon grade steel joke got me to susbscribe. Lol. Oh and you speak concisely and are informative.

I know I’m 3 yrs late but I’m just getting into this. This review was outstanding!

I’ve been carrying the 45C/LEM edition CCW and never leave home without it!

Thank you for mentioning Todd Green’s (RIP) test of the HK45. He was a great guy, I met him about 2 years prior to his passing. I still refer to the data on his web site periodically.

Just a sexy looking gun. HK got it right in all ways. Love HK!!!

excellent review keep up the good work made a Believer out of me

I have multiple USP45s. Tactical and standard. Just got my first FNX45T. Worth the hype.

Your passionate ardor for the HK45 might just be funny but you present facts and thoughtful analysis backing up your opinion. I’m glad you mentioned the possibility of removing the decocker function. The only thing you don’t mention is how freaking big the thing is. Small or even medium sized hands might not love this pistol so much.

Is underrated for many reasons; is big, heavy, expensive and holds only 10+1 rounds and others in the same category like the Glock 21 carry 13+1 and the FN 45 15+1 and costs less money.

@chrisbrown2627

3 ай бұрын

Springfield XD and XDM are also 13 rounds in magazine.

@JohnDoe-zg6fn

12 күн бұрын

Did you guys watch the whole vidoe or are you just trolling?

@chrisbrown2627

12 күн бұрын

@@JohnDoe-zg6fn Are you trolling?

@JohnDoe-zg6fn

10 күн бұрын

@@chrisbrown2627 Are you?

Awesome video! Very informative... Thank you! I have an HK USP Expert 45 (the only one we can get here in Kaliforniastan) - and after taking it to an IDPA match for the first time, just so loved it that I took it out again... I really need to learn more about the H&K, and want to try out the newer pistols.

@mysterymeat586

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure what you mean. I have in usp''s 1-FS, 1-compact 45, 1-compact 45LEM, 2-45 Elites, and an HK 45 bought in 2014 just before the end of the SSE. It's in FDE. Slide was done in fde by Lipsy's to match the frame. Did you stock up on 12 rnd mags during our brief Freedom week? My CC took a hell of a hit then for all my restricted guns.

I have the HK 45 compact tactical and I love it. I just wanna pull it out and handle it every few hours or so. Truely amazing pistol.

Great video! Very well narrated. Thanks for burning Glock. Now I love you.

Just saw your channel and this is the first video I've ever seen from you. I purchased a HK45 about 8 months ago, and your review is excellent. I could not rush to subscribe fast enough when your "Warning: Your firearm of choice may be criticized" flashed on the screen. Thank you for your honest opinion on firearms and a perfect sense of humor for this type of review! =)

Great video man.

@laurencea9932

5 жыл бұрын

DevilDolphin Ha! The fact that you approved this video means a lot to me. I’ve watched your HKP30L and 45 videos. This one and yours convinced me to get the 45 too. (I already want the P30L.) If your HK45 video is the cake, this is the icing!

We need more HK vids. Good work sir!

@thesteelknightsarmory215

7 жыл бұрын

Stay tuned for a new video soon :)

Totally agree. Excellent review. Will soon become the preferred weapon of my people here in America.

This is a great video man. I really enjoyed it

@thesteelknightsarmory215

7 жыл бұрын

Glad you did. :)

Notice your in Central Florida. Love my HK45 Tactical. Excellent video. Maybe will see you around at the club sometime.

Great video.

Awesome video. Gonna have to get my wife to try out the Hk45 also. Cheers

Very good video!

almost fell off my chair when i saw that brick when you talk about the glock :D :D :D haha

What a great review! Granted, as I may be a bit biased, I too love my HK45.

10/10 review I am also a fan of the HK's

Excellent!!

My first brand new pistol was a HK VP9SK and I am head over heels in love with HK and only plan to buy HK handguns. A HK 45ACP is definitely my next purchase! Would like to have several 9mm/45 ACP like your collection.

I first got mine in 1996 after witnessing the testing that the US military put them through. With the hexagonal barrel, the rounds are not as hampered with lands and groves. The muzzle velocity is greater and it is one of the most accurate handguns I own. Stock sights with a rest, I managed a 7" group on the 100 yd range. Amazing. I swear I could see the round lob downrange. I wonder if I can modify it to get that new polymer bushing for recoil although it does have a dual spring that works pretty well

Nice Job!!!

Great video! Not one "ummm or aahhh" Great job!

Great review. I subbed. My only other comment is that I like the decock function and think it's a pretty good safety item.

They are beautiful firearms.

All I can say is, Oh hell yeah you gotta love it. My next H&K .45 . My first was the VP 9.

Word up! Great video (looks to his left HK45 w/light on knightstand).

I really like HK 45 I got airsoft version of HK45 Tactical and shooting from it is really comfortable, great weight and accurate. I will buy that gun once.

"Tactical Tupperware" lmao I'll have to remember that one. Just bought an HK 45 today btw. Can't wait to go to the range and fire it.

1st: Great review. Made a believer out of me! Love HK, I gotta get me one.

@thesteelknightsarmory215

7 жыл бұрын

yes yes you do ;)

I came to the H&K45 from 1911, so I planned to carry it cocked and locked. I found that it was, for me at least, impossible. So it is surprising to see that you actually committed 100% to it. 1) the rear of the frame is wide, and if I rested my thumb on the safety (as one should), wore no gloves, and shot hot rounds, the frame kicked me in the base knuckle of my thumb so hard that it was actually painful within the first magazine 2) if firing hot rounds one handed and using the safety to apply pressure on the gun, it was quite easy to accidentally decock the gun. Which, in the middle of a string of fire, was very confusing I have since converted to the LEM setup and I could not be happier. It is 95% as shootable as SA and 100% as safe as DA/SA, and no ergonomic issues with the safety/decocker lever. As an added bonus, with LEM it is impossible to forget to decock or make safe the gun before holstering. So make that 101% as safe as DA/SA.

It’s a thing of beauty

Also to mention the case head support is insane. I have never seen a chamber that supports the case this much

I finally got one of these (it's competing with the FNX-45 as my HDG). Great ergos. It needs a few updates though: 1. Optic cut like VP9OR (sorry but I need optics) 2. Hook the front of the trigger guard like the VP9. I don't use this grip but still some people do. 3. Extended mag option (similar to VP9SK extended mag options)

Great review. Love my HK1911..... I mean HK45! 😅

Nice review. Interesting history to the HK45. I recently acquired a pair of them. US made, but I'm guessing that they are on par with their German made siblings. Biggest caliber guns in my collection. I agree, the grip is excellent. Looking to convert mine to ambi safety. Personally prefer a hammer over a striker too. And no bricks in my arsenal.

Great video! +1 for hammer fired handguns!

I was able to pick up a HK 45 for $650.00, love the gun, it is a perfect match to my USP9. I did order extra mags for it, night sights, and the short rest, also ordered the light LEM kit for both. The HK line up is kinda on the low side when you compare them to some of the pistols on the market now days, and yes there are cheaper pistols out there also. I also have had the Sig P220 and the HK feels a little better in my hand. I did noticed that mine is a US made one, which I was a little disappointed but I’m happy.

Love my HK45 full size. My 2nd HK45 full size. Had to sell my early production 1st one but just picked up a new one. Still a V1 full size and grabbed 2 spare mags on sale for $32 each. Mag prices are the short coming of HK 45 pistols. Normally $50+ per mag. I was surprised to see that HK changed the pistol case up. Originally, the case was a large, black plastic case with no foam inside and came with 1 back strap, 2 mags, and 1 fired shell case from factory. Now, small gray case with foam. No fired shell casing, but still 2 mags. I see no difference to gun itself which is perfect because it is the best, most accurate handgun I ever shot. I mean precise over and over out of the box. The trigger I like though some say theirs is gritty. Neither of mine have/had gritty feeling triggers. The slide release is the best in the business. No one does slide release better. Someone may have issues releasing the mag when shooting if they have real large hands but I have never inadvertently released a mag while shooting. I love my HK45 full size and trust my life with it with no hesitation. Can everyone else say that about their weapon of choice???

Can you do a video on your collection of HK's? I have a HK USP 45 and USP 9 and love them both and intend on adding every HK USP model plus all HK45 models to my collection over the next 9-12 months. Thank you for a good video.

Just wanted to say thank you for making this video. I own several firearms and the HK45 is one of them. I pretty much echo your review as being spot on. If this firearm carried 12 or more rounds and had some minor improvements to the trigger it would basically be the perfect polymer 45 in my opinion and I tried a LOT of polymer 45's at the range before finally making my purchase. Once you actually shoot the firearm you will understand why is it so great.

@thesteelknightsarmory215

7 жыл бұрын

Your Welcome.

@michaelglenn2468

7 жыл бұрын

D Elias just add an extended baseplate to the mags and run it. I have an FNP 45 and the grip is really too long Just to accommodate the extra three rounds

@apocalypticredix8538

7 жыл бұрын

1911 vs. HK45?

@TheBoxingCannabyte

5 жыл бұрын

@@apocalypticredix8538 Both when you can afford it! Seriously, the 1911 is great for the range and carry as long as you practice on your draw a lot. the HK 45C can be carried just like a 1911 or you can carry it DA/SA (which I recommend). The recoil management system on the HK45 and 45c is fantastic....I honestly wouldn't rule out the USP which has the biggest guide rod and springs I've seen on a pistol, freakin' amazing.

@royalloyalty8248

3 жыл бұрын

@@thesteelknightsarmory215bestttyyy

".....which means that this hk pistol is the only one that can actually claim the title 'hand canon'.....but i digress" lol suscribed. great vid man. keep it up.

excellent video my man!!! Couldn't agree more and I could not have said it better.... if they would give it a 12 round count plus one at least and a better trigger it would be unstoppable!

@thesteelknightsarmory215

7 жыл бұрын

Its called a USP Tactical ;)

Nice video

One reason it’s under appreciated is that the USP45 cultists refuse to acknowledge the HK45’s merits lest it somehow disparage their beloved USP45 which is a fine pistol in its own right.

I have the original HK USP 45 tactical with the taller sites and treaded barrel for suppressor. Love it, but you have to get custom accessories for it such as holsters due to taller sites.

Excellent vid. I have 3 hks and had 4. I sold the hk 45 compact lem because I couldn’t stand the lem trigger. Just me I guess, but I could never get used to it. Maybe because I’m old and don’t have as much grip strength as I used to. Any way the other 3 aren’t going anywhere except to my son when… My favorite is the hk30 sk. I recently added the gray gun short reset and flat trigger which were significant improvements imho. Not cheap, but worth it. I’m trying to resist getting another 45c, v3, but will probably fail. Time will tell.

god I want one so bad. right now the G19 9x9mm is my go to for range practice. not really much recoil practice though.

I love my HK 45 ACP tactical FDE! it's really easy to be accurate with this firearm. I use to EDC a S&W 40 shield or a Ruger 1911, 45 ACP, but I am more accurate with the HK over these other firearm platforms. It's too big for IW carry, but I had a shoulder rig made that holds mine w/a laser/light and 3 additional mag. This is now my EDC!

I Reilly like it. I will own one some day. But for now, my sig p220 45 will have to do.

Y'know.. i'm a glock apologist and an unironic fan of the 21 and I still can't argue with you when it comes to the ergonomics.

Pro tip: get the LEM trigger installed and it will feel even better 😃.

Damn good video, can't beat HK.

I like the 10+1 capacity after shooting and handling other maker's .45s with higher capacity mags. I would buy a 14 or 15 round mag just to have for WTH why not use. But, for everyday use the flusher fitting mag just suits the gun better IMO. I think HK really got the form spot on for ease of carry, ease of handling, ease of mag changes, ease of holster removal, etc. An extended mag with 15 rounds or more sticking out the mag well would just be handy for range use. But, having 4+ mags and a really good speed loader like some of the quality ratchet styles available for under $20 work extremely well. I use my ratchet speed loader all the time at the range.

I just got a USP, and damn, I want a Hk45.

Awesome video! Just wanted to add that the m9 replaced the 1911 in 85 not 90.

lol love the bugs bunny bit. I was thinking the same thing.

SPOT. ON. Been really looking into this or a 1911 and I'm heavily leaning towards the HK after your review. And this is arguably one of the best reviews I have ever seen. That cheese grate comment is perfect. I shot my buddies and wish I had Gloves. Not a comfy gun to shoot. Also, when are you going to review that AK?

@thesteelknightsarmory215

6 жыл бұрын

I own both. You can't go wrong with either in the same price range but the HK45 can go further. Mine just reached 15,000 rounds.

Can't believe no one has commented on 7:33. Priceless!

Given the mag capacity limit in Connecticut of 10 rounds, that's basically an endorsement for those of us living here! Also, given the punishment this gun can withstand, kind of looks like the perfect TEOTWAWKI .45...

What can possibly damage the gun is using the slide release to drop the slide WITHOUT picking up a round out of a loaded magazine (like you did in the beginning of this video). Think about how the slide hits the battery with or without a loaded mag in the gun.... As a 1911 guy, I never drop the slide on an empty gun. When I see people do that I cringe.

second favorite handgun of all time . only second to fn fnx. have shot the USP tactical with and without suppressor. that sold me forever. one day I will own both beauties.

@thesteelknightsarmory215

7 жыл бұрын

A noble goal for sure.

Great review I’ve wanted one for years but price is high

Oh, and I tried out the FN FNH.45 and absolutely hated the slide release and found it to be detrimental when hurrying. You know, like if your life depended on being able to fire your weapon in a panic situation during mag changes or clearing a FTE.

I have an HK45, and I really like it except for one thing: Magazine Capacity...

You should do a comparison video between the HK45 and the glock 30 or if you have shot the glock 30 how do they compare

I ALMOST bought one of these the other day but wound up getting a SIG 1911 Scorpion for my duty/carry. I probably would have done the HK45 if I didn't already own two of them and one SIG right now hehe (I had a P220 Carry but it was stolen, hoping it will show up) the HK45 or 45c is #2 on my list of the guns I want next (the next being a P225 P6 I found that I'm gonna put on layaway since it's worth double what they are charging) My HK USP .40 shoots like a dream so I can only imagine how the .45 would feel. My biggest question was the USP V the HK45 in terms of recoil, the HK45c is highly requested among operators. I had two part breakages on my P2000 LEM but it was due to excessive dry-firing on my part (excessive enough it probably would have fucked up most guns, I was being an idiot) HK fixed it and got it back to me in 5 days.

I'm happy to report that I purchased my first pistol in April - the HK45. This video, including several by DevilDolphin, were key in my selection process. I paid $719 plus tax. Mine was made in the US tho. I LOVE it. Oh yeah, its name is Stormbreaker. (It's a DA/SA trigger i.e. hammer fired i.e. I am worthy to lift it.) I'm looking to get the P30 as my EDC. It will be called Mjolnir since it's smaller than the 45. lol

@hangles7279

4 жыл бұрын

I just purchased my first pistol yesterday.. full size hk 45 tactical.. cost me about 900$😂 cannot wait to shoot it

@laurencea9932

4 жыл бұрын

@@hangles7279 Nice. It's fun to shoot. If you can, check out Mantis' training system. It's an device that fits on your rail and app system that helps you shoot better. I got the X3. With it, I dry fire practice in the house.

@hangles7279

4 жыл бұрын

@@laurencea9932 yea I believe I saw that on active self protection, I have a flashlight mounted there and I've practiced a bit at the range.. let me tell you I need more practice! All my shots were hitting bottom left. I think it's from my trigger pull.

@laurencea9932

4 жыл бұрын

@@hangles7279 The Mantis X helps with that. It actually tells you why your shot was off and tells how to correct it right there. Yea. I have a laser/light set up on mine - Vism Gen 3 (Green dot). I take it off to mount the Mantis. I used to slap the trigger and have bad placement. It's already helped me to squeeze and not anticipate the click.

@hangles7279

4 жыл бұрын

@@laurencea9932 interesting. I'll consider getting that

That bag though

TheSteelKnight - you are a fanboy. But you are not pretentious about it. I have a Glock 17 and have wanted a .45. Your video has given me a product other than a 1911 which just has the historical cool factor going for it. Having said that, it is hard to argue with 13 available rounds. Now I have to figure out how to get it by my Chief Financial Officer. Great video.

Love HK firearms

H&R 45c Guy here. Truthfully I am a revolver guy who also likes semis .That being said the 45c is my favorite of more than a few. I just shoot it well,and 10 rounds not an issue,I’m from Mass and that is the max you can have. A lot of the guys have Glocks,sorry just can’t shoot them well.

Is the ambi (left side) slide release loose and wobbly like on the P2000/P30? Shoot HK pistols naturally and do appreciate them but the janky ambi slide release has had me stick with the USP series. While I realise that may not matter much for most people I am one of those that when something irritates me I can't stop thinking about it. The ambi slide release was janky on the p2000, so why wasn't that fixed moving forward?

I don't begrudge someone if they want to use the slide catch as a slide release, especially if it is large and ambi, as in this case, and thus, obviously designed to be used as such. The problem is that slide catches tend to be shaped and sized differently, and located in slightly different spots, which can make cross training between different makes and models difficult. I use the slide because it makes my manual of arms more universal. Regardless of whether I am using a 1911, a Glock, a Beretta, or a SIG, I can always grab the slide and release it in pretty much the same way.

Isn't that grip on the Compact version the one the full-size was supposed to get?

I don't remember you talking about the weight, the weight distribution and how it shifts is rather clean once you learn the weapon. Unloaded is another thing in itself since it's top heavy from my perspective.

Yes, it can only hold 10 rounds in the clip but for those of us Washington DC residents, we are not allowed to register a firearm that can possibly hold more than 10 rounds, so I was locked into this pistol.

It's a great gun. The first hammered fired gun I ever purchased along with hammer fired HK. You the same SteelKnight as on the HKpro forum? Subbed btw

@elliottbutts153

7 жыл бұрын

I believe the 10rd capacity gets ridiculed more in this pistol than all the other 10rd 45's out there. P227, PPQ, P320, CZ97. The same people will say these pistols have good-decent 45 capacity then say the HK45 sucks because of it.

HK45 has to be the only plastic gun I would own, as a southpaw it runs so easy.

Fantastic review. Do you prefer the HK 45 or 45 USP?

I bought the HK 45 Compact used from a relative. After owning 3 different 1911s and each of those not liking hollow points very much.......the 1911 forums..... "Polish the ramp". "Use higher quality magazines" Bullshit. A good pistol works from the factory on ALL ammo. And my H-K happily digests shit steel cast Russian ammo, JHP, HP, wadcutters, anything I've used. I had one jam with some steel case that had some rust. It also hits the target. All the time for me, which is what I couldn't do with my first 45, a wide body Llama which I couldn't his the proverbial barn door with. In short I agree with everything in this review.