Hi-Point JHP 45 Gen2 Threaded Pistol – Proven 5.25″ 45 ACP, 9+1

Description

The Hi-Point JHP 45 Gen2 Threaded Pistol is Hi-Point’s full-size 45 ACP pistol in second-generation form, with an extended threaded barrel for muzzle accessories.

Hi-Point JHP 45 Gen2 Threaded Pistol Overview

Lipsey’s lists the JHP45G2 with a 5.25-inch threaded barrel, an 8.5-inch overall length, a 9-round magazine and a weight of 44.8 ounces. Hi-Point’s spec sheet for the standard JHP 45 Gen2 shows a 4.5-inch barrel and 7.75-inch length, so the extra length here comes from the threaded barrel. It shares the J-series blowback design, polymer frame and heavy slide that make Hi-Point pistols inexpensive and durable.

Blowback Design and Build

The JHP 45 uses a straight blowback action with a fixed barrel, a high-impact polymer frame and a heavy slide. There is no locking mechanism: slide mass and the recoil spring hold the action closed until pressure drops, which keeps the design simple and inexpensive but makes the pistol heavier and thicker than locked-breech guns of similar size. The fixed barrel helps practical accuracy, and Hi-Point builds it with American-made parts and assembly and backs it with a lifetime warranty that follows the gun to later owners.

Sights, Safety and Controls

The JHP uses three-dot sights with a fully adjustable rear, and Hi-Point includes an extra rear peep sight in the box. A manual thumb safety, a magazine disconnect safety and a slide that locks open after the last round are standard, and Hi-Point rates the pistol for +P ammunition. The magazine release sits behind the trigger guard, and the blowback slide rewards a firm grip for reliable cycling.

Using the Threaded Barrel

A threaded muzzle accepts a thread protector, a compensator or a suppressor. Confirm the thread pitch with Hi-Point before ordering, and expect any device to add length and weight to an already large pistol. Ported devices also add blast and noise for anyone beside you and foul quickly with lead bullets. A suppressor is an NFA item that requires an approved ATF Form 4 and must be legal in your state, and some states ban threaded barrels on semi-automatic pistols.

Recoil, Size and Ammunition

45 ACP has a reputation for heavy recoil, but nearly three pounds of pistol turns it into a firm push. Standard 230-grain ball is subsonic from most barrels, which keeps the report manageable and appeals to owners with a suppressor. The round costs more per box than 9mm, so high-volume practice adds up. Hi-Point says the 9-round magazine interchanges with its 4595TS carbine, letting a pistol and carbine share magazines.

Honest Caveats

Hi-Point pistols trade refinement for price. They are heavy and thick for their size, the trigger is long and gritty, and holster and magazine choices are far narrower than for mainstream polymer pistols. Takedown takes a punch rather than a lever, resale value is modest, and a weak grip can cause stoppages, so practice with a firm hold. Its size and weight make it a home or range pistol rather than a concealed carry option.

State Laws and Ownership

Pennsylvania buyers 21 and older can purchase this pistol through a dealer, and carrying it concealed or in a vehicle generally requires a License to Carry Firearms. Other states are stricter: some keep a roster of approved handguns, some cap magazine capacity, some restrict threaded barrels on pistols, and many require a purchase permit. Check your state and local rules before ordering.

Specifications

• Model: JHP45G2
• Caliber: 45 ACP
• Barrel: 5.25 in., threaded
• Capacity: 9+1
• Weight: about 44.8 oz.
• Overall length: 8.5 in.
• Sights: 3-dot, fully adjustable rear
• Frame: high-impact polymer; slide: black powder coat
• Safeties: manual thumb safety, magazine disconnect

Before You Buy

Federal law requires this pistol to ship to a licensed FFL dealer, where you complete ATF Form 4473 and pass a background check. You must be 21 or older to buy a handgun from a dealer, and some states add permits, waiting periods or roster restrictions. Confirm your local rules and your dealer’s transfer fee before ordering.

Who It Is For

The Hi-Point JHP 45 Gen2 Threaded Pistol is a great fit for 45 ACP fans on a budget, owners of the 45 ACP carbine who want a matching pistol, and anyone who wants an inexpensive home pistol with a threaded muzzle.

Buy the Hi-Point JHP 45 Gen2 Threaded Pistol at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Hi-Point JHP 45 Gen2 Threaded Pistol 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.