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P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 11:31 am
by tmann11
My buddy asked a question that I just can't answer. He is considering purchasing a P-63 instead of the P-64. I would like to know some reasons to give him to stick with the P-64. I think, and may misunderstand, that there are no spring adjustments available for the P-63.

Can someone shed some light on this subject? I know that some P-64 owners also have purchased the P-63, so what gives?

Thanks.

Thomas

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 12:14 pm
by nbender
Well, the PA-63 is uglier (quick duck) .. the P-64 is all steel and the PA-63 has an aluminum frame. I've read where that aluminum frame reduces the service life, and because of that frame you have to be more cautious about what kind of ammo you shoot. You can't go with the stouter loads.

A lot of people really like the PA-63, and because they're inexpensive now they get used a lot for truck guns. There are spring replacements available that Norm can fill you in on.

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 12:16 pm
by jdeereman
hmm. I guess you're talking about a FEG PA-63. A p63 is a fighter plane. If you're referring to the FEG PA-63, there are spring mods avaliable. You can get lighter (9, 11, or 13 lb) hammer spring and a heavier (13 or 15lb recoil spring) for it from Wolff. I have the gun and the springs, just haven't put them in yet.

You should be able to get a PA-63 cheaper than a P64. I bought both, but like the overal size and feel (and color, i'm pretty partial to black) of the P64 better.

For the P64 springs click this http://www.gunsprings.com/SemiAuto/PolishNF.html

For the PA-63 springs click this http://www.gunsprings.com/SemiAuto/FegNF.html

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 12:19 pm
by normsutton
tmann11

the PA-63 has a Titanium-Aluminium alloy frame witch makes it lighter , the barrel is bit longer, wolf makes spring for it too

http://www.gunsprings.com/SemiAuto/FegNF.html

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 12:26 pm
by volfandan
This ain't no ugly PA-63!

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I honestly hate 2-tone guns, so when I found a good deal on one that had everything hard-chromed except the frame....I had to have it.

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 12:32 pm
by nbender
Very handsome pistol volfandan.

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 12:38 pm
by tmann11
You guys rock!! I sent my buddy the responses and will continue sending as more respond. Thanks for the feedback.

Thomas

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 12:45 pm
by volfandan
Thanks nbender!

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 1:32 pm
by milsurpcop
Tell your buddy so make it an easy decision and purchase both!

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 1:34 pm
by carguy
If only it were C&R I'd pick one up like volfandan's. I don't like the 2 tone either. I like the size as it is a bit larger that the P-64. But it would be for plinking as the P64 is still my CCW piece due to it's size.

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 1:48 pm
by mikeh1
Ugly, huh?
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P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 1:59 pm
by nbender
Ok, I knew I was in for it. Here come the pictures of the good looking PA-63s.

Real nice grips Mike - what kind of wood is that?

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 2:09 pm
by anjdrifter
ugly even with it's rubber on it is pretty....
I thought a comparison of size and type grips might be could for his buddy to see.
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P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 2:23 pm
by normsutton
and with DENNIS's grips on them it will calm the recoil down
and here is mine
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NORM

P-64 vs. P-63

Posted: September 13th, 2007, 3:01 pm
by rlj102468
Good job Nbender! How bout making fun of big girls now! ;D
Nice looking pistols guys.

Bobby J.