Videos tagged with Firing Pin Spring

This video details the installation of Wolff springs in a Colt Mark IV Series 80 Government .380 pistol. The user replaced the recoil spring with a 12 lb Wolff spring and a corresponding firing pin spring. Additionally, the magazine springs were upgraded with +5 lb springs for three magazines. The owner reports an improvement in performance, but notes that the firearm still has issues with Fiocchi ammunition. They are considering a 13 lb recoil spring as a potential solution but acknowledge that the ammunition might be the root cause.

This guide addresses a critical safety issue with CETME-LC parts kits, specifically the potential for 'runaway fire' caused by a lightened bolt carrier and weak firing pin spring. Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons provides a safety warning and directs users to a detailed blog post for corrective measures. Following these instructions and performing thorough safety checks is crucial for safe operation.

This video documents an attempted range test of a Frommer 1910 pistol. The owner, after acquiring scarce 7.65mm Frommer (Short) ammunition, heads to the range with high hopes. Unfortunately, the test-firing proves unsuccessful due to a weak hammer spring preventing primer detonation. The video also touches on the absence of a firing pin safety and potential issues with the slide short-cycling. The owner identifies the need to replace the firing pin spring and acknowledges potential problems with the magazine's feed lips as further obstacles to getting the pistol functioning properly for video recording.

This expert-level guide from Wilson Combat details the complete spring replacement process for a 1911 pistol, specifically a Government model. It covers the disassembly and reassembly of all internal springs, including the recoil, firing pin, plunger, sear, disconnector, and mainspring. The guide emphasizes proper spring orientation and includes crucial safety warnings, particularly for mainspring replacement requiring a vise.

This video focuses on the critical maintenance task of replacing a firing pin return spring in a firearm. The description highlights the recommended replacement interval of every 5,000 rounds and introduces an 'extra power' spring designed to enhance safety by reducing the risk of accidental discharge if the pistol is dropped, while maintaining reliable ignition. Contact information for Wilson Combat is provided for inquiries about their products and services.