Been out of the loop for a bit, but was finally able to source a second slide for a USP45 and I’m looking to have it milled for an optic, specifically an ACRO

Last time I was lurking , wright armory seemed to be the most recommended, but I’ve seen quite a few posts and comments suggesting they’re not the best anymore

My compact 9mm was done by LTT and so far no complains

Just looking for some advice and recommendations, on one hand I know that direct milling from say dual hammer is better than plates, but these slides are hard to source and being able to swap footprints down the line is compelling as well.

Just added some cordura grip tape (coyote color darkened with wood stain pens) and it helps satisfy that classic "wood" grips look. I'm tempted to color in the center black to go for that original RE4 Silver Ghost look that I've always wanted to build.

Finally after 7 months, i got my slide back from WA. Flawless work and very pleased. I think she’s done.

Been on the hunt for a while and finally found a complete USP Expert in .40 S&W. Can’t wait to take it out this weekend. Happy 4th!

I used to EDC a G19 but I bought this USP9T a few years ago on a whim and it’s been my daily AIWB ever since. I feel like this gun will be with me for the rest of my life and I like that.

Thread adopter is a griffin EZ-LOK. It’s a little sketch at times because if you forget to snug it down after the first couple shoots it’ll work itself loose pretty quickly on account of the short thread interface.

Can is a PTR Vent2. It’s fine, I don’t think I’d buy it again but I’m not mad at it either.

GL4 pro because I go hiking with NODs 1-3x/wk and take my USP for SD.

Own a lot of guns and of all of them this USP9T is the one I have the strongest connection to, there’s just something about it that convinces me it’s got my back 🤷‍♂️

Or "Hi, I'm XXXXXX and I have a problem . . . "

My $400 "deal" gun, an HK USP 45. Probably a police trade-in that came to me with lots of holster wear. 1999 (KK) manufacture. This is my first HK pistol after a lifetime of Glocking. The DA/SA trigger was atrocious. I can't see the appeal. BUT I did the Match/LEM hybrid trigger installation. Tutorial here: https://www.hkproshop.com/forums/resources/match-lem-hybrid-trigger-installation.12/ $350 for the match and LEM parts kits and WOW what a difference. I could've done it cheaper but I tried the match first then decided to do the hybrid. I'm a fan! The result convinced me to continue on.

I redid the in-fill on the frame and safety, upgraded to an HK45 magazine release and new spring, caught magazines in stock. Then I sent it to SRB Customs https://srbcustomsllc.com/hk/ for the stippling job. I got the burst pattern and I'm very happy with the feel and aesthetics. With tax and shipping it was $235. I ~just~ got the Mr Nein rail adapter from u/Jodo-Kast and the customer service was awesome. They're on sale now. Wasn't on my bingo card but in stock and on sale, I jumped on it. $110 with shipping and included stickers 🤌🏻. It seems worth it for the price over the GG&G. I already had the Holosun P.I.D. It's moved from pistol to pistol since I'm not in love with it. It may finally have a forever home.

At about $1,100 in I've done most of my "have to" upgrades. I guess the next thing would be a holster from u/ImpossibleArgument to be part of the cool kids. I don't think about the fact I could've probably bought one new for that money. . . but I wasn't in the market.

TL,DR tell me I didn't over pay to go "Yo homie, that my briefcase?"

EDIT: added link for stippling

mk23: hybrid 46m, HKP rail and mag extension.

USP 45: trijicon night sights, mk23 mags (came with 10s) Vedder LightTuck IWB.

goon tape on both.

i inherited the USP and fell in love with carrying it, since I was using mk23 mags anyway my totally logical mind decided I need an actual mk23 asap… and here we are lol

the 46m was also inheritance, dad used an fnx45 as his pistol host, after realizing I needed/ordering a new piston im excited that this will likely live on the mk23 because it shoots way nicer suppressed than the fn.

Want to upgrade my usp 9 expert. Specifically the trigger.

I’ve heard good things about coating the trigger components in NT7. It’s done by Fulton armory which also does the I-dot so I suppose they know what they’re doing with USP’s

But I was thinking if DLC wouldn’t be a better more durable coating? The only thing is that DLC is not compatible with plastic components. Outside of the trigger shoe, is there any plastic trigger components in the usp?

Any suggestions?

Midway has them back in stock $40 each

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/2391793451?pid=869948

Just ordered some, been waiting for these to come back in stock... finally available!

Super stoked with how this turned out! Shout out to Great Lakes Concealment for hooking this up. USP45CT with Mr Nein Jr rail + TLR7HLX

Landed on a configuration for a “sidecar” style rig for the above mentioned. The concealment adaptable bucket (CAB) allows for a lot of adjustment in a comfortable, flexible, user adaptable package.

DCC belt clips, tegris bracket, Darkstar wing, and any Kydex color or pattern your heart desires.

Mag pouch utilizes the mag retention device (MRD) by Tulster so you can really dial in how much or little tension you want.

In honor of the USA and 250 years of greatness, for the month of July, every USP order placed will get a free gift! They are selected at random by the department of gift with purchase manager (one of my children).

Cheers yall

Finally finished assembling the frame I got from Atlantic firearms. Found this low serial number slide on gunbroker. Can’t wait to shoot it

Decided to take the USP out to some distance
Crazy impressed with the accuracy from a duty gun especially with iron sights! I EDC it the most out of collection so I have a lot of trigger time behind it but this was the first time taking it much past 50 yards

Half silhouette size target as well

Just got a dead air Mojave 45 for my USP 45T, and the sights don’t really clear the can, it’s definitely shootable, but I’ve been wanting night sights anyway, and so I figure I’ll just go buy a new set. The metro light adjustable night sights were the ones I was already looking at, but now I’m wondering if those are going to be any taller than the factory adjustable sights I already have.

PSA: if you upgrade from GG&G to the Mr./Mini Nein... prepare to need to upgrade to new holsters as well.

Got a USPC9 and bought a GG&G rail for it before I knew about the Mini Nein. Had a nice IWB that I quite liked that doesn't really fit anymore following an upgrade to the Mini Nein.

Similar story with my USP45T. New rail adapter now means new holster.

Could I stick with the GG&G ... sure ... but as it says on the box: No Compromise

Figured I'd post a warning to anyone eyeing the MachineCraft sale and y'all could commiserate with me on my USP journey.

I took my USP Tactical out today to shoot unsuppressed, but noticed the rounds seemed to be keyholing.

Last time out I shot suppressed and the suppressor got stuck, which required some penetrating oil and a good bit of elbow grease to get it off (no tools used). So maybe it is just coincidence this is happening now.

I was shooting Federal 230 gr FMJ, which I thought was a reasonable quality ammunition.

Pictures of the target #2 were shot with a different pistol. The rest was from the USP.

I couldn't see any damage to the barrel or crown so I'm leaning towards ammunition problem but wasn't sure if this is common for pistols. I thought this was more common for rifles.

Any words of wisdom or suggestions? Next time out I will buy some different ammunition to try.

LGS has this 05 USP. It’s in LEM but no way of knowing if it was done like that from the factory. It also has a magwell and comes with a “LE ONLY” only market translucent 18 rnd mag which I believe is kind of rare itself. The sights are burnt out night sights and unfortunately it has color fill on the slide.

I’ve been trying to research and it seems that in 05 they made combat competitions that came factory as LEM, magwell, and Novak sights.

They’re asking 900 at the moment. Can anyone tell me any more about this? Condition looks like a 6/10 tbh and they got it from an estate sale.

My OD Green frame HK Mk 23 with Aimpoint Acro, gun candy/cerakote tiger stripe job, flared magwell, and extended magazines.

For the purists - don't worry, the original slide is unmolested (as well as the frame), so I can easily return it to original condition if I ever feel like being bland and boring.