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SIXGUNNERContinued from page 46FNH provides two easily interchangeablebackstraps for the FNP-40, one curvedand one with a flat contour. I normallyprefer flat backstraps on semiauto pistols,so I quickly changed the rounded versionwhich was installed at the factory forthe flat backstrap and I never found anyreason to try the alternative.Even with a 14-round magazine,the grip frame measures just over 1"in width and feels very comfortable tome, with a grip frame width semi-beavertailat the top; this aids greatly in thefeeling of comfort as well as makingthe FNP-40 very controllable and easyto shoot. Even with my relatively shortfingers I have no problem reaching thetrigger when the FNP-40 is in its initialdouble action mode.The FNP-40 operates double actionfor the first shot and then subsequentshots are fired in the single action mode.In SA mode the trigger pull measures4-3/4 pounds. There’s no provision forcarrying the FNP-40 with the hammercocked as with the 1911, but it’s intendedto be carried with the hammer down.Unless the hammer is deliberately cockedbefore firing the first shot, its DA andsubsequent shots are single action. Oncethat first shot is fired, you can press thede-cocking lever downward which allowsthe hammer to go forward and places thepistol in a safe mode. That de-cockinglever, by the way, is ambidextrous.ShootableThe FNP-40 comes equipped withexcellent sights with both front and rearsights set in a dovetail. The front sightis a tapered forward square post with awhite dot inletted into the face, whilethe rear sight has a square notch witha white dot on each side. They’re veryeasy to see and pick up quickly. Eithersight can be adjusted for windage by tappingthem in either direction in the dovetail.For my eyes and hold, the sightswere right on with most loads for bothwindage and elevation.With its black grip frame and stainlesssteel slide, the FNP-40 is an attractivepistol and these good looks are furtherenhanced by the use of a Commanderstylehammer. The trigger guard is largeenough to allow the use of gloves whenshooting. There are some semiauto pistolswith a trigger guard so small thebottom of my trigger finger is irritatedwhen a large number of rounds havebeen fired. This does not happen withthe FNP-40 as there is about 1/4" clearancebetween the bottom of my triggerfinger and the inside of the trigger guard.It’s also refreshing to find there are nowarning labels on this pistol. On the leftside we find “.40 S&W” “FNP-40” andthe FN logo; while the right side of theCALL 1(800)SA2-1911 “the MAG GUIDE people”when only the BEST will do!ORDER DIRECT and SAVE!$78.95 A L$36.95 A LGovernment Model/Officers’ ModelMag GuideAvailable:Flat/ArchedSS/BL 20 LPINEW: Flat now availablein SmoothAlso Available:Grizzly Flat-SS/BL $89.95$99.00AmbidextrousMagazine ReleaseGov’t Model,Officers’ Model &Para-Ordnance. SS/BLNEW–Slim LineMag Guides & Grips w/screws & bushingsL available with Lanyard Loop add $10A available in AluminumColor Catalog AvailableSame Day ShippingAppropriate shipping chargesDealers Welcome100% Customer Satisfaction$95.95Full Para Mag Guide(For P14/P16 only)Available in:Flat/Arched-SS/BL 20 LPI$36.95“E-Z Fit HiGrip” ® Safety.250 radius-Series70 & 80 .220 radiusS70 for Springfields“PalmSwel”/Standard(jig available)Mainspring HousingAvailable in:Gov’t Model, Officers’ Model,all Para-Ordnance. 20 LPIFlat/Arched-SS/BL(P10/P12 flat only)(flat smooth availablefor all of the above)Prices starting at $17.50S & A Custom 1911 GripsExotic Woods & MicartaStandard & Slim LineDD, FC & SmoothWWW.AMERICANHANDGUNNER.COM 97A LP.O. Box 299 • Copeville, Texas USA 75121(800) SA2-1911 • Fax (972) 853-0526www.smithandalexander.comHours: M-F, 9am-5pm CST~27 Years Experience~Excellent Selection. World Class Makers. Immediate Delivery.www.BOBneAlcustOmknives.cOmemail: Bob@bobnealcustomknives.comP. O. Box 20923 Atlanta, GA 30320 Phone: 770.914.7794 Fax: 770.914.3610