Alpharms Centurion 14 “Alpha 14” 9 mm Luger – Forged-steel Hi-Power heritage, modern 15-round capacity
The Centurion 14 brings the classic Browning Hi-Power profile back to the range in a full-size, forged-steel package that weighs in at today’s sensible MSRP, not collector pricing. Finished completely in brushed steel and built around a true single-action trigger, this Turkish-made Alpha 14 offers the look, feel, and parts compatibility aficionados expect, while adding a factory 15-round magazine and a mirror-bright bore that has barely seen use.
Condition
Overall condition is very good. The steel slide and frame show only light, superficial handling marks; no scratches penetrate the finish. Checkered alloy grip panels are clean and intact. Internally the barrel displays an excellent, mirror finish and sharp lands and grooves, with no throat erosion or pitting. All controls cycle smoothly, and the hammer locks crisply on half-cock and full-cock notches.
What’s Included
• One factory 15-round polished-steel Hi-Power-pattern magazine with three plain holes and a single “15” stamp.
• MetroArms owner’s manual.
Forged carbon-steel construction sets this Centurion apart from cast-frame clones, while the traditional internal extractor and flush cut slot keep the slide’s silhouette true to FN’s original design and allow use of legacy Hi-Power extractor parts. The brushed steel finish is more than cosmetic—it offers superior wear resistance and corrosion protection for carry in humid climates or high-round-count training. A forged barrel of the same material, measuring 4.6 inches, gives standard-pressure 9 mm loads full velocity while maintaining the Hi-Power’s natural balance.
Controls are familiar to any Browning shooter: a curved, solid single-action trigger; an external ring hammer with a positive half-cock notch; and a left-side thumb safety that snicks on and off with definite tactile feedback. The original magazine disconnect remains for those who prefer the added layer of administrative safety, yet the trigger maintains a clean break after minimal take-up. Fixed sights—a square-notch rear dovetailed into the slide and an integral ramped front post—provide a snag-free profile that rides comfortably in vintage BHP holsters.
Historically, forged-steel Hi-Powers vanished from new-gun catalogs after FN’s 2018 discontinuation. The Centurion 14 series, first imported by Century Arms in 2024 (documented by the CAI Georgia VT mark and “24” serial prefix), rekindles that lineage at a price point collectors once thought impossible. Whether you want to preserve your Belgian original, begin a custom build on a robust forged frame, or simply enjoy the legendary ergonomics and magazine capacity that inspired generations of service pistols, this Alpha 14 delivers an authentic shooting experience in a finish built to last.
Slide this one into your range bag, and you’ll rediscover why the Hi-Power silhouette still feels right in the hand—only now in a package that can handle daily use without fear of diminishing hard-to-replace originals.