r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Feb 05 '23

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

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u/Brandothememe Feb 10 '23

Does anyone have experience with the hipoint carbine? I'm itching to get a pcc because I feel like I would be at peace and have a good collection to start with. Should I just spend the extra money and get a ruger? Thank you for your time

For those wondering my collection since the 6th is a revolution arms swift waterfowl 12ga that I won at a ducks unlimited dinner in August and a Chinese sks

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u/[deleted] Feb 10 '23

Spend a bit more upfront and get a Ruger. Hipoints aren't bad but they're not something I'd want to rely on.

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u/Brandothememe Feb 10 '23

Yeah. I agree. Everything I've heard and seen about hi point is that they are tough as nails but nobody wants to use them. There must be a reason. Hell i don't even think they're that ugly. But this is coming from a guy who buys cf moto

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u/[deleted] Feb 10 '23

It's mostly their blocky appearance and meme status online. Again they're not bad but we have other options available to us, may as well go for those