Apr 03, 2008 there have been cases of frame cracking but not everyone gets cracks in their frame. Phoenix arms official website pistols firearms handguns manufacturer hp22 hp22a hp25a. Phoenix arms hp 22 cracked frame northwest firearms. I love mine for what it is,, a cheap, range toy or to introduce someone into the shooting sports. Ive only put about 100 rounds through one of mine so far and the only malfunction has been one fte, ive been using federal bulk pack 1260 fps in it. Phoenix arms model hp22, nickel 3 single action semi. Threaded barrels rib has a small crush spot on top which happened when it was being secured for threading. Grudgingly, i have to give some public praise to this inexpensive pistol, the phoenix arms hp22a. Thank you for watching my phoenix arms update video. Earlier today i came across the phoenix arms hp22a small. Phoenix arms hp22 preventive maintenance frame cracks. Phoenix arms hp22 preventive maintenanceframe cracks. A cheap, potentially lethal killing machine, the nightmare of snowflake suburban soccer moms, metrosexual urban euro. Phoenix arms model hp22 nickel with black grips is a single action semiauto.
I have two phoenix arms hp22as, one range kit with both the 3 and 5 barrel black and one with only the 3 barrel nickel. Phoenix conv kit 22lr 5 nickel vent rib hp22hp22a hp22bbln. Phoenix arms hp22 preventive maintenance frame cracks duration. Okay, i know its a pos, but i need advice from phoenix arms hp22 owners. Join me on facebook where you can contact me, and be updated on new uploads. Phoenix says use the sv so the frames will not crack. Cracks are caused by microfractures, which typically form during casting. Aviation parts manufacturers use expensive instruments to weed out parts that have microfractures. Frame components sort by featured best selling alphabetically, az alphabetically, za price, low to high price, high to low date, new to old date, old to new filters.
Phoenix arms used zamak, a zinc alloy, for a majority of their pistols. Phoenix arms hp25anb hp25 25 acp 10rd 3 nickel black phoenix arms hp25anb hp25 25 acp 10rd 3 nickel black. The little hp22a from phoenix arms is the modern product of the heir of the old ring of fire firearms companies such as jennings and raven arms, which produced inexpensive, poorly made small. The photograph on the left is an over view of the phoenix arms company deluxe rangemaster target kit.
Differences between the phoenix arms hp22a and hp25a. Cracks on the hp 22 frame, along the top edge where the metal is extremely thin, are a widely reported problem. Looks like the right side will soon have one as well. Oct 02, 2012 phoenix arms suggests ammo rated at 10501150 fps subsonic. Phoenix arms model hp22a is a single action semiauto.
When you read about it on forums you think they all have the problem. This highly dependable phoenix arms hp22a compact pistol is small in size but gives you the devastating results you want. I had around 700 rounds through mine and noticed the crack on the left side. The phoenix manual says you have to shoot standard velocity rounds in them which cost more if you can find them. Okay, i know its a pos, but i need advice from phoenix. Phoenix hp22 dlx rangemaster target pistol kit drgm22nb. I was doing a little housecleaning, and having a little fun. It cracked by the safety, where the metal is very thin.
The pt22 is available in matte black, nickel plated or twotone finishes, with or without gold highlights, and a variety of grips from walnut to motherof pearl. The pistol includes a magazine disconnect feature, which prevents the gun from firing without a magazine. Its not a glock but it is a fun little gun to play around at the range, very reliable with cci mini mag ammo. The best concealed carry gun is the one you have on youunless that gun is a phoenix hp25a, then you might as well carry a rock. The frame, slide, and barrel housing of the singleaction phoenix are made of nonmagnetic material, presumably zinc castings, but with steel inserts at appropriate locations, such as within the barrel, on the breech face, and where the slide presses against the hammer to cock it during ejection. If you search the internet for phoenix arms cracked frames, you will find that this problem is not uncommon. Trick out or upgrade your firearm with the largest gun parts selection at.
I made this video to give you some info to keep youre hp22 running. Discussion in general firearms discussion started by kri, oct 2, 2012. Phoenix arms hp22 compact pistol budget carry affordable option or no. Claiming high velocity ammo will damage the pistol a. The cracked frame is actually the top of the mag well and is a cosmetic flaw. If you can make the adjustments to the safety features yourself, youll find that this is a fun little gun for plinking. I have an hp22a and i absolutely love that little thing. The hp22 feeds from a singlestack 10round magazine.
Apparently there are not many hp25a pistols out there in gunland, compared to the number of hp22a pistols. If you call phoenix and tell them your recoil spring is wearing out, theyll send you a pack of replacements free. Phoenix arms hp22a range kit 22 lr 5 rgm22nb semi auto. Yesterday, i took mine to the range for the first time in a while, and shot a 150 leftover rounds of thunderbolts, wildcats, federals, and golden bullets. Their a decent company and again, the hp22 is not a tank. And painted the hardtosee nickel front sight a bright orange. As mentioned, phoenix will replace the frame if you send it in. A predecessor company owned by george jennings, raven arms, burned down in 1991, after which jennings retired and sold his designs to phoenix. I found a crack in the slide at around 3,000 rounds which i attribute to the higher velocity ammo.
Nov 23, 2012 i have one of these, its is inexpensive but i love it, shoots great and i took advantage of the warranty last year, they practically sent me a new gun, all new parts and even 2 extra mags, all for free. Okay, i know its a pos, but i need advice from phoenix arms. If you change your recoil springs every 600800 rounds, you will find it is also quite reliable. Parts for phoenix arms pistols for sale in stock ebay. Designed for personal protection, sport and target shooting the phoenix arms hp22a is a single action semiauto. What is the difference between the phoenix arms hp22 and the. This nifty kit is described on page one of the hp22 instruction manual as including the following list of items, hp locking gun transport case, hp22lr semiautomatic pistol in either satin nickel or polished blue finish with black checkered grips, a 3 inch standard barrel and a extended 5. Replacement springs from phoenix are cheap or free in my case. Phoenix was founded and owned by jennings exwife, his children, four of his grandchildren, and by ravens former general manager. Get the compact sport size of our standard model as well as the 5inch target barrel and extended grip magazine to take it to the next level of target shooting. Phoenix arms is located in canada and they manufacture two guns, the hp22a chambered in. After a total of about 1,500 rounds, the frame cracked on my hp22a. Here is a specimen of the phoenix model hp22a, compact semiautomatic, that made it to a home in west tennessee. Then your covered and will get youself more than likely a new gun, if you have cracks in your frame like the markarovinik has in the gun pics posted above people need to quit haten on phoenix arms.
This is a budget 22lr pistol, and does have some issues with ammo other than cci minimags. The hp 2in1 conversion kit includes extended 5inch barrel for increased accuracy and hp extended magazine for increased comfort and grip. Phoenix arms was established in 1992 after raven arms burned down in 1991. This is the satin nickel variant, model hp22a, factory sku number 102236. Phoenix arms hp22a initial impressions the leading glock. Few safeties on them but you learn very quickly how to use them well, a bit of a pain to take it apart and clean but after all, its not a big deal. Back in stock phoenix arms hp22a compact pistol, ra22anb, nickel, sa, 3, 10rd, adjustable sights. Its recommended you replace the spring every 500 rounds or so anyway to prevent frame cracks. Phoenix arms hp25 state regulated designed for personal protection sport or target shooting. I have heard stories about the slide or frame cracking when using high velocity ammo. Phoenix arms is a firearms manufacturer established in 1992. I know the hp22 can technically chamber and fire hotter stuff, but itll cause those frame cracks to develop much quicker and lead to catastrophic failure even sooner than it already inevitably will. Since they have a lifetime warranty im going to use ammo rated at 1260 fps. Mar 10, 2016 i made this video to give you some info to keep youre hp22 running.
Its not like ill need it that quickly, not a defense gun, but i have used it to tranquilize largish black tip sharks while one. Protech outdoors concealed boot clip holster fits the phoenix arms hp22, hp25 with. From everything ive read, the frames have a tendency to crack at the magazine well around 3500 rounds. I bought it for my son and he really likes it, a great little gun to plink with. New listing phoenix arms hp22 5inch black barrel, with. We got it from its original and exclusive retail owner. Ive always been interested in small guns, and over the years have thought about getting one of these little 22s from phoenix arms. Phoenix conversion kit, 22lr, 5 barrel, fits hp22hp22a. The part of the frame that cracks is really an extension of the mag well. Gun source offers phoenix arms hp25a pistol, rahp25anb. Phoenix arms employed many of the raven arms employees and was described by the atf as one of the ring of fire companies. I bought mine used no idea how many rounds fired through the pistol before me and it functions just fine. Along with the hp22 five inch barrel model is an extra three inch barrel, pistol lock, cable lanyard, locking gun transport case, cleaning kit and oil, phoenix arms embroidered patch and ear plugs.
Tractiongrips grip overlay decal for phoenix arms hp22, hp22a. After doing lots of reading, im seeing that the first model, hp22, was prone to the slide cracking and flaking nickel finish. Sep 05, 2012 what is the difference between the phoenix arms hp22 and the hp22a. Phoenix arms is the heir to the jenning pistols produced from about 1983 until 1991. I actually save all the range snipes i get, meaning unfired ammo. Phoenix arms hp 22 failure keltec owners group the. So, this web page is made to inform the saturday night special fans, who crave more information. Ive seen them in pawn shops, and in local gun stores in the chattanooga area. This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Phoenix arms hp22a pistol, 22lr, 3 10rd nickel black. Oct 02, 2012 its a bit of a bear to get used to, i know, but its not too bad once you get a couple of tricks down. I called phoenix, they told me to send the slide to them and i.
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