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The Browning Hi-Power has one of the most storied histories of any handgun ever made, serving military and police forces around the world for decades. Girsan, a Turkish manufacturer imported by EAA Corp, has taken that legendary platform and done something really interesting with the MCP35 PI OPS: they've packed in a feature set that custom gunsmiths used to charge thousands of dollars to build, all in a compact, carry-sized pistol at a fraction of that cost.
The "PI" designation means this version runs a shortened 3.88-inch barrel and matching slide, bringing it closer to Commander-sized 1911 territory than the original full-length Hi-Power. The all-steel frame and slide are built from 4140 steel with a matte black finish, which gives the gun real weight and a solid, planted feel in the hand. At around 25 ounces unloaded, it's no featherweight, but that mass helps soak up recoil noticeably well for a compact 9mm. The "OPS" part of the name signals the Picatinny accessory rail on the dust cover, ready for a weapon light or laser.
The optic-ready slide is cut to the Shield RMSc footprint and uses a removable top plate that doubles as the rear sight housing, so you can run iron sights right out of the box and add a red dot whenever you're ready without any permanent modification. Three-dot sights are up and running from day one. The extended beavertail is a real upgrade over the original Hi-Power design, keeping the ring hammer away from your hand during extended range sessions. G10 grip panels, a straight trigger, and ambidextrous manual safety round out a control package that feels thoroughly modern despite the platform's classic roots.
Girsan also includes a Mec-Gar 15-round magazine, which is widely considered one of the best magazines ever made for the Hi-Power platform. That capacity puts this gun on par with many modern compact 9mms while offering all-steel construction and the single-action trigger feel that Hi-Power fans specifically seek out. If you've wanted a compact, optics-ready Hi-Power-style pistol without sending it off to a custom shop, the MCP35 PI OPS is built for exactly that.
The MCP35 PI OPS is cut for the Shield RMSc footprint, which is compatible with a wide range of compact red dot sights. The slide uses a removable top plate that serves as the rear sight housing when running iron sights, so swapping to an optic doesn't require any permanent modification to the gun.
It's a solid option for anyone who wants a hammer-fired, all-steel carry gun. The 3.88-inch barrel keeps the overall profile compact, and the full-size frame means you get a complete firing grip and the full 15+1 capacity. It's roughly in the same size range as a Glock 19, but with the added weight of an all-steel build, which some people find helps manage recoil.
No, the MCP35 PI OPS does not include a magazine disconnect safety, which is actually a notable departure from the traditional Hi-Power design. Many Hi-Power users consider the removal of the magazine disconnect to be an improvement, as it allows the pistol to fire with the magazine removed and typically results in a cleaner trigger pull.
The MCP35 PI OPS ships with a Mec-Gar 15-round steel magazine, which is the same magazine widely regarded as the gold standard for Browning Hi-Power-pattern pistols. Standard Browning Hi-Power double-stack magazines are generally compatible with the MCP35 line, giving you plenty of aftermarket options.
Some Hi-Power aftermarket parts will fit, but not all. Because the OPS models have a Picatinny rail and an optics-ready slide with a different configuration than a standard Hi-Power, certain aftermarket trigger and fire control kits designed for the classic platform may not be compatible. It's always worth confirming with the specific aftermarket manufacturer before purchasing parts.
The PI designation means the barrel and slide have been shortened from the standard 4.87-inch length down to 3.88 inches, making it meaningfully more compact for carry without reducing the frame size or magazine capacity. The OPS designation adds the Picatinny rail and optic-ready slide cut, features not found on the base MCP35 models. You get more real-world versatility in a slightly smaller package.
| UPC | 741566906091 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 390446 |
| Action | |
| Barrel Length | 3.88" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 9mm |
| Capacity | 15 + 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Single Action Only |
| Safety | Ambidextrous |
| Sights | 3-Dot |
| Sights Type | 3-Dot |
| Slide Description | Optic Ready/Serrated |
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