1970 Belgian FN Hi-Power 9mm Semi-Auto Pistol – Polished Blue, Ring Hammer, Pachmayr Grips, 13+1
Made in 1970 at Fabrique Nationale’s Herstal plant, this Hi-Power pairs the classic internal-extractor, ring-hammer configuration with a polished blue finish and forged steel construction. A set of Pachmayr Signature Model wrap-around rubber grips adds secure handling without altering the pistol’s iconic profile. Belgian proofmarks and a Browning Arms import stamp confirm commercial export to North America, giving collectors a verifiable example of John Browning’s final handgun design refined by Dieudonné Saive.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Light edge wear on the slide and frame, with finish thinning at the muzzle. Grips are clean and firmly mounted, and controls function smoothly.
What’s Included
- FN Hi-Power 9mm pistol with Pachmayr Signature Model wrap-around rubber grips (installed)
- Three 13-round steel double-stack magazines
Serial prefix 70C verifies 1970 Belgian commercial production, predating the Mark II changes. Collectors value this internal-extractor variant for its sleek slide profile and historically correct ring hammer.
The forged carbon-steel frame and slide wear FN’s polished blue finish, complemented by vertical rear serrations that give a firm grasp for racking. Belgian proofmarks and Browning Arms Company St. Louis MO & Montreal P.Q. import markings remain crisp and unobscured.
A full-size 4.6-inch barrel and 13-round double-stack magazine embodied high capacity decades before it became standard. The single-action trigger, low-profile fixed sights, and manual thumb safety deliver the handling traits Hi-Power fans expect.
Aftermarket Pachmayr Signature grips provide a wrap-around rubber surface that absorbs recoil and maintains traction in any conditions. The original lanyard ring remains intact at the heel, preserving the pistol’s military heritage.