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I went and pulled the trigger, so to speak. Let me first say, I had no intention of buying a P30. None whatsoever! I was waiting on the Sig p250. After specs came out and questions were cleared up, I decided Sig P250 wouldn't be for me. I was thinking that may be the gun that replaces the G19 I carry.
Back to the P30. In another thread, I asked the operator of a P30 why he thought it was head and shoulders above the P2000 or USPc for that matter. I went and had to fondle one. Brought along a P226R for comparison.
First impressions...the grip is as good as they say. Better, since I don't believe anyone mentioned the stippling is very good for a nice positive hold. Not as agressive as the USPc on the front/back straps, but much better than the P2000 or USPc on the sides! I Like the finger grooves also, as they help purchase around the front strap. Nice blend here.
Better than anything I've ever felt. Initially I don't see the need for a stickier substance on the sides like the USPc or P2000, such as Decal grip. Not required here.
Accuracy - I will shoot it either today or tomorrow and will report back.
Typical HK quality, and I think HK addressed my issues with the Slide release of the P2000. It's not the same profile as the P2000. It's slimmer and seems more recessed in the frame. The is also no noticeable play on the right side, like the P2000. It doesn't flop around like the P2000.
Trigger - DA pull is smooth. Not heavier than the P226 or USPc, and much smoother than the USPc. No kidding as good as the P226! Not sure where the gripes are, or maybe I have an exceptionally good pistol. There is no stacking or felt burrs. DA pulls through like on ball bearings.
On my USPc you can feel where the trigger bar rubs against the frame. Not here. During disassembly, the frame/trigger bar area is much better/cleaner than the USPc. Looks like more care has been taken in the injection molding process and components in this area. The SA trigger pull is very crisp and clean, once the slack is taken up. No creep. This is the best DA/SA trigger on any HK I've ever had. I think the grip really helps in the DA pull also, with the medium grips putting the pad of my finger in exactly the right place. I'd like a shorter reset, but not much and it's no more than my P228/P226.
I've always liked the HK mag releases. This is the best HK mag release out there. Better feel, easier to operate, more contact area etc. Kudos here also.
Sights - mine was in the box, which meant the sights hadn't been charged. Unique concept here. Took it outside for 5 minutes to take the pic, and they are bright as can be. I like them alot so far and don't feel the need to replace them at all. I'm become less concerned with having night sights on pistols having done some training with them in CQB and with regular sights and a weapon mounted or hand help light source.
OK, this I really like. I really like the design of the new slide release and take down. I think there is alot to be said for not having to completly remove the left takedown lever and possibly loosing it. To me a huge improvement.
This is probably why the whole thing feels more rebust also. Very nice work here.
Trigger components look to be better made, although I haven't detailed disassembly yet. Love the new hammer and the ability to manually cock the firearm, unlike the USPc's. Magazines look to be top notch also.
Like I said, I had NO INTENTION of buying a P30. I'm glad I did, over all quality is excellent and there are alot of improvements and nice features. We'll see how she shoots soon.
Back to the P30. In another thread, I asked the operator of a P30 why he thought it was head and shoulders above the P2000 or USPc for that matter. I went and had to fondle one. Brought along a P226R for comparison.

First impressions...the grip is as good as they say. Better, since I don't believe anyone mentioned the stippling is very good for a nice positive hold. Not as agressive as the USPc on the front/back straps, but much better than the P2000 or USPc on the sides! I Like the finger grooves also, as they help purchase around the front strap. Nice blend here.
Better than anything I've ever felt. Initially I don't see the need for a stickier substance on the sides like the USPc or P2000, such as Decal grip. Not required here.
Accuracy - I will shoot it either today or tomorrow and will report back.
Typical HK quality, and I think HK addressed my issues with the Slide release of the P2000. It's not the same profile as the P2000. It's slimmer and seems more recessed in the frame. The is also no noticeable play on the right side, like the P2000. It doesn't flop around like the P2000.
Trigger - DA pull is smooth. Not heavier than the P226 or USPc, and much smoother than the USPc. No kidding as good as the P226! Not sure where the gripes are, or maybe I have an exceptionally good pistol. There is no stacking or felt burrs. DA pulls through like on ball bearings.
On my USPc you can feel where the trigger bar rubs against the frame. Not here. During disassembly, the frame/trigger bar area is much better/cleaner than the USPc. Looks like more care has been taken in the injection molding process and components in this area. The SA trigger pull is very crisp and clean, once the slack is taken up. No creep. This is the best DA/SA trigger on any HK I've ever had. I think the grip really helps in the DA pull also, with the medium grips putting the pad of my finger in exactly the right place. I'd like a shorter reset, but not much and it's no more than my P228/P226.
I've always liked the HK mag releases. This is the best HK mag release out there. Better feel, easier to operate, more contact area etc. Kudos here also.
Sights - mine was in the box, which meant the sights hadn't been charged. Unique concept here. Took it outside for 5 minutes to take the pic, and they are bright as can be. I like them alot so far and don't feel the need to replace them at all. I'm become less concerned with having night sights on pistols having done some training with them in CQB and with regular sights and a weapon mounted or hand help light source.
OK, this I really like. I really like the design of the new slide release and take down. I think there is alot to be said for not having to completly remove the left takedown lever and possibly loosing it. To me a huge improvement.
This is probably why the whole thing feels more rebust also. Very nice work here.
Trigger components look to be better made, although I haven't detailed disassembly yet. Love the new hammer and the ability to manually cock the firearm, unlike the USPc's. Magazines look to be top notch also.
Like I said, I had NO INTENTION of buying a P30. I'm glad I did, over all quality is excellent and there are alot of improvements and nice features. We'll see how she shoots soon.