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My mother has a C9 (9mm) and it shoots fine. It is accurate enough. However, I would not recommend a Hi Point for anyone who would use it to defend their lives or carry it. They are big and heavy and the safety is terrible. They are not reliable enough to consider in my opinion.

What would I suggest? I think a used gun from a quality maker. If your friend can find one that has cosmetic defects like coating wear or nicks and scratches he might find a quality gun for around that price. It will not be pretty but that is secondary. Another option might be a odd caliber surplus handgun. If this is apartment only I would say go to a shop and pick up a used pump shotgun. I wouldn't suggest a rifle at all for an apartment because of over penetration. Handguns are not great for that either. Academy has a 12 gauge pump from H&R named the Protector for $189. That should get him in for around $200.