Description
The Hi-Point C9 9mm Galco Holster Pack bundles Hi-Point’s best-known handgun, the C9 9mm, with a Galco leather holster sized for it. Buying them together solves one of the real headaches of owning a C9: its thick, top-heavy slide does not fit most off-the-shelf holsters, so having a matched rig in the box gets you carrying or storing the pistol properly from day one.
Hi-Point C9 9mm Galco Holster Pack Overview
The C9 (Hi-Point model 916) is a single-stack, 8-round 9mm with a 3.5 inch barrel, a high-impact polymer frame and a heavy blowback slide. It is about 6.75 inches long and weighs roughly 29 ounces unloaded, which is heavy for its size but helps soak up recoil. Distributor and MKS Supply listings describe this item as the standard black C9 packaged with a Galco holster. The pistol carries Hi-Point’s lifetime warranty, and the gun and its parts are made in Ohio.
About the Galco Holster
Galco is a long-established American holster maker, and leather remains a comfortable, quiet choice for a heavy pistol. A new leather holster is snug at first and needs a short break-in period; work the empty, unloaded pistol in and out slowly rather than forcing it, and never use oils that soften the leather around the trigger guard. Inspect the mouth of the holster regularly, because a collapsed or worn mouth can let clothing or straps reach the trigger when reholstering.
How the C9 Works
The C9 is a straight blowback design, which means the slide is held closed by its own mass and the recoil spring rather than by a locking barrel. That is why the slide is so large. The upside is a simple, rugged action with a fixed barrel that helps accuracy at typical handgun distances. The downside is bulk and a slide that is stiff to rack for some hands. Controls include a frame-mounted thumb safety and a heel-area magazine release.
Sights, Trigger and Shooting
Three-dot sights are adjustable for windage and elevation, and Hi-Point includes an extra rear peep sight. The trigger is long and gritty compared with striker-fired service pistols, so dry practice with snap caps pays off. The C9 is +P rated and the slide locks open on the last round. Recoil is moderate thanks to the weight, but the high bore axis gives some muzzle flip. Expect to test a few brands of ammunition to find what your pistol feeds best.
Carry and Home Use
With a holster included, the C9 can serve as a budget nightstand pistol, a truck or tackle-box gun, or an introduction to carrying for someone on a tight budget. It is not small; the slide is wide and the gun prints more than modern micro-compacts. For home defense planning, pair it with a quick-access safe, a weapon light kept nearby and regular practice. A loaded pistol in a holster still needs secure storage away from children.
Magazines and Limits
The C9 ships with one 8-round magazine, and Hi-Point also sells a 10-round extended magazine that fits the C9 and CF380 family. Spare magazines are inexpensive, but capacity is well below double-stack pistols, so reloads matter. The magazine disconnect safety means the pistol will not fire with the magazine removed, which some owners like and others do not. The C9 magazine is not interchangeable with the 995TS carbine magazine.
State Laws and Ownership
The C9 is not on California’s handgun roster, and several states with rosters or permit requirements, such as Massachusetts and Maryland, may restrict or delay purchase. Concealed carry of any handgun requires following your state license rules. Pennsylvania buyers complete the PICS background check at the dealer, and carrying concealed requires a License to Carry outside a few exceptions.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Hi-Point Firearms (USA)
- Model: C9 (916) with Galco holster
- UPC: 752334091659
- 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 sight included
- Frame: High-impact polymer, black
- Safeties: Thumb safety, magazine disconnect
- Feature: Last-round slide lock
- Includes: Galco holster, trigger lock
Before You Buy
Federal law requires handgun buyers to be at least 21 years old to purchase from a licensed dealer and to pass a background check. MAG5 Firearms ships this pistol and holster set to your local FFL for transfer. Confirm your state allows the model.
Who It Is For
The Hi-Point C9 9mm Galco Holster Pack is a great fit for first-time handgun owners and budget buyers who want a complete starter setup with a proven 9mm and a leather holster that actually fits it.
Buy the Hi-Point C9 9mm Galco Holster Pack at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Hi-Point C9 9mm Galco Holster Pack 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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