Description
The Hi-Point C9 9mm Hard Case Kershaw Kit packages the black Hi-Point C9 9mm pistol with a lockable-style hard carry case and a Kershaw folding knife. It is a gift-ready starter set: one affordable American-made handgun, a padded case to transport it legally and safely, and a useful everyday blade from a well-known Oregon knife company.
Hi-Point C9 9mm Hard Case Kershaw Kit Overview
Inside the case is the standard C9, Hi-Point model 916. It has a 3.5 inch barrel, an 8-round single-stack magazine, a black polymer frame and the brand’s signature heavy blowback slide. Length is about 6.75 inches and unloaded weight about 29 ounces. Hi-Point’s factory photo of this package shows a black hard case with foam interior and a red-handled Kershaw folder. Exact knife model can vary by production lot, so treat the knife as a bonus rather than a specific model you are counting on.
The Hard Case
A hard case is the right way to move a handgun from home to the range, a gunsmith or a dealer. Many states, including Pennsylvania in certain situations, expect handguns to be unloaded and cased during transport if you do not hold a carry license. The included case keeps the pistol, magazine and a box of ammunition together and protects the sights. Add a small padlock or cable lock through the latch holes if your case has them, and store it out of reach of children.
The Kershaw Knife
Kershaw is known for assisted-opening and manual folding knives at reasonable prices, and the one in this kit is meant for everyday chores: opening ammo boxes, cutting target tape and general utility. Check local knife laws before carrying it, since blade length and assisted-opening rules differ by state and city. Keep the edge clean and dry, and a drop of oil at the pivot will keep it opening smoothly.
Shooting the C9
The C9 fires from a fixed barrel with a blowback slide, a design that is mechanically simple and tends to be accurate enough at self-defense distances. Its weight takes the edge off recoil, though the high slide produces some muzzle rise. The sights are three-dot and adjustable, with an extra rear peep sight included. The trigger pull is long and heavy, so plan time for dry-fire practice. The pistol is rated for +P ammunition and locks open after the last shot.
Reliability and Break-In
Hi-Point recommends a short break-in, and many owners find the C9 runs best after the first hundred or so rounds. Keep the feed ramp clean, make sure magazines are fully seated, and test your chosen defensive load before relying on it. If something goes wrong, Hi-Point’s lifetime warranty covers repairs regardless of who owns the gun. That warranty is one of the strongest reasons budget buyers choose the brand.
Things to Know
The C9 is bulkier than modern micro-compacts, so concealment takes a well-fitted holster and a sturdy belt, and holster choices are fewer than for popular striker guns. Capacity is 8 rounds, with a 10-round extended magazine available. A magazine disconnect prevents firing with the magazine out. Use the case as part of your range bag routine, and keep the pistol unloaded until you are on the firing line.
State Laws and Ownership
The C9 is not on the California handgun roster, and states such as Massachusetts, Maryland and New York add permits or approved-model lists that may block or delay the sale. Knife carry laws also vary by city and state. Pennsylvania buyers complete a background check through the dealer; transporting a handgun without a License to Carry is limited to specific exceptions.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hi-Point Firearms (USA)
- Model: C9 (916) hard case and Kershaw knife package
- UPC: 752334091680
- Caliber: 9mm Luger (+P rated)
- Action: Semi-automatic blowback
- Barrel: 3.5 in.
- Capacity: 8+1
- Overall length: 6.75 in.
- Weight: about 29 oz unloaded
- Sights: Adjustable three-dot, extra rear peep
- Frame: Black high-impact polymer
- Safeties: Thumb safety, magazine disconnect
- Includes: Hard case, Kershaw folding knife, trigger lock
Before You Buy
Federal law requires handgun buyers to be 21 or older when buying from a licensed dealer, and a background check is required. MAG5 Firearms ships this package to your local FFL. Check your state handgun rules before ordering.
Who It Is For
The Hi-Point C9 9mm Hard Case Kershaw Kit is a great fit for new handgun owners, gift buyers and anyone who wants an inexpensive 9mm with a proper case for transport and storage plus a handy folding knife.
Buy the Hi-Point C9 9mm Hard Case Kershaw Kit at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Hi-Point C9 9mm Hard Case Kershaw Kit online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more pistols. For factory details, visit Hi-Point Firearms.
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