What pound recoil spring for 9mm 1911?
According to Wolffe Springs the standard 9mm. recoil spring for a Government Model is 14 pounds. You might want to look through their website to see what they recommend in the way of a recoil spring pack that would work best with reduced loads.
What does the 1911 mainspring do?
As the gun moves forward, the trigger stirrup nudges the disconnect, and tries to rotate the sear out of hammer hook engagement. If the hammer’s contact with the sear is already lessened through a light mainspring, the sear can escape, and the hammer will fall. Enter the “Trigger Job”.
What is the best recoil spring for a 1911?
45 ACP. On most Government (5″) size guns, we suggest you use a 17# to 18.5# spring for standard factory ammunition (2,000 rounds). If you plan on having an extended shooting session using hot or +P ammo, then opt for the 20# spring.
What does a mainspring do in a gun?
Mainspring – The spring in a firearm (either leaf or coil type) which powers either the hammer, or the firing pin directly, to strike the priming charge and fire the gun.
What should the recoil spring weight be on a 1911?
It is important to use the correct recoil spring on your firearm. If you have some questions about the correct spring weight for your 1911, you can read this in-depth article on 1911 Auto Recoil Spring Compression Weights by Dave Koebensky of W. C. Wolff Company & Brownells GunTechs.
How big of a spring do you need for a 9mm?
If you are running 147gr rounds regularly you can probably run a 12 pound spring. I think 14 pounds is too heavy for any 9mm round. it’s mmm, mmm good… I have been using 14# for years in my full size 1911’s. I shoot mainly 115 bullets but have used the heavier bullet with zero problems. It all depends on what the load is for those 147’s.
How to replace recoil spring on Kimber pro carry 1911?
See my tutorial on How to Replace a Recoil Spring on a Kimber Pro Carry 1911. A 1911, when operating properly, should eject spent brass and throw it about 6-8 feet to the right and slightly to the rear (unless you have a left-handed gun).
What’s the recoil of a 9mm recoil spring?
Staff Member Quack is an action pistol competitor. He likes to run as light as he can get away with and still have reliable function. If you go to a shoot and hear a duck: follow the sound. it’s mmm, mmm good… 9# recoil with a 15# mainspring. Shooting 124jhp @ 130pf it’s mmm, mmm good…