Posted: 11/14/2005 4:24:45 PM EDT
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Sorry if this question sounds noobish, but I have to ask on the behalf and for the sake of my firearm. I own a Springfield Armory G.I. Mil-Spec 1911A1 and at first, I was told that it was better for the pistol (mainly the sear) if you pulled the slide back, and gently let it slide forward, instead of the quick pull back and release method... Then I was also told by someone else that it was actually BETTER for the pistol to have the slide pulled back and do the "quick release" free-slide method. His reasons being, that it would be better for the spring and they're all tough and durable pistols, designed for harsh wear and tear and use..... So, my question... Is it better to gently let the slide move forward, or is it better to just let it slide back and release? Or does it matter? Thanks again. -Covert |
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Cool, thanks. I've probably dropped the slide down maybe 2 dozen times or so... Just sucks hearing different things from two different people who I knew both knew things about pistols... Thanks alot guys, much appreciated. And my 1911 says "Thanks" too :-). -Covert |
| If not chambering a round, ride the slide. If chambering a round let er go. The round being picked up and chambered slows the slide. If you are not chambering a round you CAN chip the sear and hammer notch on a finely finished trigger. On a GI SA I really doubt you will do all that much but it is a habit you should get into now. |
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