i really want to love the p30. it feels amazing in your hand. looks even better. but i can't get used to that magazine release and I'm not sure it offers me anything my Sig's don't already offer.

The sensual feel, accuracy and reputation is what makes it. I haven't picked up one Sig yet that makes me want to have an orgasm, (don't get me wrong, I like Sigs), like my P30 does. Out of all my HKs, it is my fav next to my HK45 and then USPs. From the 1st day in the store to this day, the P30 is probably my fav handgun. As for the mag release, you'll learn quick and find that it takes no more than moving your index finger to the right release, (if you are righty of course), while readying another mag. It has never to date caused me not to realize that if I'm holding my 1911, that I know exactly what to do to operate it instantly. Similarly, any other gun I own. If you train/shoot enough, most of the time, your instincts and muscle memory kick in for each gun. I find now after having HK pistols for so many years, I actually wish all guns releases were that way IMHO of course.

 

 

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The sensual feel, accuracy and reputation is what makes it. I haven't picked up one Sig yet that makes me want to have an orgasm, (don't get me wrong, I like Sigs), like my P30 does. Out of all my HKs, it is my fav next to my HK45 and then USPs. From the 1st day in the store to this day, the P30 is probably my fav handgun. As for the mag release, you'll learn quick and find that it takes no more than moving your index finger to the right release, (if you are righty of course), while readying another mag. It has never to date caused me not to realize that if I'm holding my 1911, that I know exactly what to do to operate it instantly. Similarly, any other gun I own. If you train/shoot enough, most of the time, your instincts and muscle memory kick in for each gun. I find now after having HK pistols for so many years, I actually wish all guns releases were that way IMHO of course.

 

 

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it would probably be better for me to use the right side release since i have to adjust my grip so much normally.  it just feels awkward when you've never done it that way before.  (although i actually think the sigs look better)

The mag release is so much better on the p30. I love Sigs but the mag release forces me to change my grip.

 

With the p30, I use my trigger finger to drop the mag. Allows me for faster mag changes.

The mag release is so much better on the p30. I love Sigs but the mag release forces me to change my grip.

 

With the p30, I use my trigger finger to drop the mag. Allows me for faster mag changes.

That's what I was trying to say. You don't have to change your grip, at least I don't, to use my trigger finger.

Much faster mag changes with minimum effort.

Btw, all HKs are this way.

 

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it would probably be better for me to use the right side release since i have to adjust my grip so much normally. it just feels awkward when you've never done it that way before. (although i actually think the sigs look better)

That's what I meant. Use your trigger finger. No effort.

 

 

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As a result of being able to do this, I bought a second p30 just to have a backup.

 

I plan on running the p30 and only a p30.

Indeed they are similar in size:

 

On the P30, I either drop the mag with my middle finger on my strong hand, or I'll snag it with my weak hand thumb as I drop my hand to reach for a reload.  The latter means my strong hand grip never changes.

The sensual feel, accuracy and reputation is what makes it. I haven't picked up one Sig yet that makes me want to have an orgasm, (don't get me wrong, I like Sigs), like my P30 does.

........ um..... you either need a woman, or better lotion. I'll let you decide.

I have about 5.5k rounds of various 9mm through my p30 v3 since I have gotten it. Can't say I have ever felt a more comfortable pistol in my life. I understand why people do not like the double action first pull but training and repetition can iron out many problems. While in single action the trigger reset is audible and easily felt. The reset length is a bit longer than ideal but still allows for quick follow up shots.

 

The slide release latch is large on both sides and I find it rests exactly where I like it. Some replace it with smaller latches or dremmel their existing set down. It is extremely easy to reach with your thumb to lock the slide back to clear malfunctions or to release the slide if you prefer that over the overhand or slingshot method. Friends and random range folks have found that the controls are easy to get to but without enough time behind the pistol an aggressive thumb forward grip can bump the controls during firing.

The paddle release is definitely unique if you are accustomed to the button release but has (IMO) certain advantages especially if you are left handed. For me I find that using my shooting hand thumb is the best and magazine changes are quick and hassle free.

 

Sorry for the fractured thoughts and sentences but this cold is killing me right now. I plan on picking up another one out two in the exact configuration this year. Whatever you choose in the end - get it, train with it, beat it up and know it won't fail you.

........ um..... you either need a woman, or better lotion. I'll let you decide.

What makes you think I don't already have all of that now? But that's like comparing apples and oranges.

 

 

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Hockey, you can tweak it with some different springs. Got mine nice and smooth.

 

 

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Another thing I do to mine is have the groove in he trigger guard removed. It drives me crazy to shoot without that done.

Got a pic of what you mean?

Got a pic of what you mean?

There is a groove on the lower inside of the guard that the trigger flows front and back in. Sort of like an alignment thing that does nothing but annoy people with fat fingers.

 

 

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Hockey, you can tweak it with some different springs. Got mine nice and smooth.

 

 

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replacing the firing pin block spring makes a noticeable improvement in trigger feel in both DA and SA.

Indeed they are similar in size:

 

 

Thanks for that comparison pic!

Your welcome!

I have two p30's in 9mm. Both have the v1 light lem.

 

The. P30 is the Glock 19 of the Hk world IMO. I have my eyes on a hk45 also. Will be staggering my purchases this year.

 

One of my p30's is going to gray guns to have some work done on it. I'll update more when it comes back.

 

 

im interested in how the gray guns upgrade will be.  

 

i also really need to try a v1 lem p30.  i've only shot the DA/SA with decocker only version and really wasnt impressed.  i think the sig da/sa with SRT was a ton better.  but maybe thats because its all i'm used to.  it seems weird to me that HK gets such bad crap from their triggers.  i'll probably end up getting a glock 19 next but part of me wants to sell my p229 and add funds to get a p30.  

I'd like to shoot a LEM P30 at some point. Although I don't have a problem with DA/SA, and in some respects I think I prefer that when I carry it on me

im interested in how the gray guns upgrade will be.

 

i also really need to try a v1 lem p30. i've only shot the DA/SA with decocker only version and really wasnt impressed. i think the sig da/sa with SRT was a ton better. but maybe thats because its all i'm used to. it seems weird to me that HK gets such bad crap from their triggers. i'll probably end up getting a glock 19 next but part of me wants to sell my p229 and add funds to get a p30.

I love my 229 and can't ever think about not having one. In actually upset that I got rid of my 9mm 229.

 

That being said, the Hk p30 rocks. Light, shoots great and the best ergos IMO. I don't like the gun in a da/sa version. Has to be LEM for me. Just easier to shoot. With a sig, I can shoot the da/sa without issue. But in the HK, I'd have to send it off for action work.

 

The GGI work is too notch. Just about ready to send it off. Let you know when it's back. In the mean time if somebody wants to shoot the other one, lemme know.

My 3 fav 9s..I am with Bryan and Shane!