New P7M8!

[bac1023]

I went to a local dealer today and ended up leaving with a NIB P7M8. I have been wanting one of these fine handguns since I fired one a couple years ago. I can't wait to try it out!

They aren't cheap, but since production has stopped, I figured my time to by a new one for a regular price was running out.

These are awesome guns in my opinion.

Can anyone share their opinion? Thanks.

[kneeoh]

I totally loved my P7M8... I had to sell it to make ends meet ;1

When the financial situation is a little better, I hope to get another... they're just a joy to shoot!

James

[ShipWreck]

I've always wanted one, but they just cost too darn much.

As highly valued as they are, why did they stop making them?

[USPcompact]

Originally posted by ShipWreck


As highly valued as they are, why did they stop making them?

Production costs and demand didn't equal a profit on the balance sheet.

[ShipWreck]

Originally posted by USPcompact
Production costs and demand didn't equal a profit on the balance sheet.

Oh...

I doubt I'll ever get one just because of the cost. If I'll spend that much on another gun it will be for another 1911...

Maybe they'll re-release the model 1 of these years :)

[bac1023]

The P7 series is not cheap or easy to manufacture. HK was not selling enough to turn a decent profit. At least, that is my understanding. What a shame. Anyway, I'm glad I bought one finally.

[PaleGreenHorse]

Congrats bac! I have been thinking of getting one of late as well, like you said there is a small window before they are ridiculous. Its just one more thing my wife will try to kill me over.;)

[bac1023]

Originally posted by PaleGreenHorse
Congrats bac! I have been thinking of getting one of late as well, like you said there is a small window before they are ridiculous. Its just one more thing my wife will try to kill me over.;)
I highly recommend it. These guns are a work of art. Good luck!

[Gendaito]

bac,
congratulations, you've bought yourself a fine pistol. Now, get yourself on over to the Cult of the P7 (http://www.parkcitiestactical.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi) where they will officially induct you as one of our own...

Gen

[Brander]

Congrats!

I shot a P7M8 once, and it was amazingly accurate. Almost bought it used, but couldn't get the guy below $1000, so I passed. Wish I would have bought it now.

Enjoy it!

[wade farley]

:cool: ;f

[Clyde]

Congrads
On the new Pea shooter - And welcome to The Cult of the P7

I like the M13 and hope to pick up a M8 Shooter in the next year or so - But I need to add some green to my wallet first.



Can't have just One :)

[bac1023]

Nice collection!

[flyandscuba]

I agree -- they are just like potato chips....can't have just one.

I started last year with a German Border Patrol trade-in P7. It was so accurate, it surprised me. Here is a picture of the results of the first magazine of ammunition through the gun during my first shooting session with it. Plain and simple -- I was hooked!!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v250/flyandscuba/HKP7firstfiring.jpg

I still like carrying it the best. Then, I quickly bought a P7M13 (nice but bulky).

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v250/flyandscuba/P7M13.jpg

Recently, I came across a Chantilly P7M8 in mint condition, so it had to leave the gun show with me.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v250/flyandscuba/DSC00056.jpg

Now, SteveT was selling NIB P7M8 25th anniversary P7M8s (only 500 made) for $1399 over on parkcitiestactical.com -- so I saw that as an excellent opportunity to add an "investment" in the form of a consecutive serial numbered pair (with numbers below 100) to my collection. I can't wait for them to arrive on Friday!;z

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v250/flyandscuba/P7M8-1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v250/flyandscuba/P7M8.jpg

[FatBoy]

I have had a P7M13 since about '89. I love it and its worth every penny I spent on it. The other half started to like it a little too much, so I came home w/ a P7M8 for her to use. I just need to find a P7M10 to round things out ;). A lot of people say they are over priced, but would think nothing of buying a "high class" 1911 that wouldn't shoot any better. Anyway I am sure you will love it.
FB

[JMag]

Kudos on the P7! I love mine. It is a hardchromed jewel that rides in a Milt Sparks VM-2. Great shooter...especially for a lefty!