Loaded that magazine. I have to pry mine out. I called kimber and told them what happened, they had no idea what could have happened said next time it happened to leave it alone and send it in. As did I and we got he/we slide to work. loads. I have seen many guns ruined from owners storing guns in rugs and padded cases. prop the pistol up on a table with the slide overhanging. I am not referring to the turning of the barrel nut, rather the removal of the nut after it has been turned to the proper location. I also go over what can cause the slide stop to lock the gun open even if there is still a loaded magazine in it.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm6YCkwZfVYOAVxww5tcAbg ( Kim's She Shop \u0026 Such)https://www.youtube.com/user/almanicholls (Bradferdthe3rd's channel)https://www.youtube.com/user/TheUnclefester13 Fester's channel STS Southern Chapterhttps://www.youtube.com/user/Windragon76 (Poo Guru's channel)https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4lHdez2IxDzPAjCWQPMB9QShade Tree Survivalist's Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UClYaUYvG8A8vPMhVoJVKWg Camo Kimo's original channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCvom-j1fWA5IfvT3HLvG3wOur buddy Statue's channel. Hi so I just installed a new Wilson combat extended slide release on my new Springfield operator and it went in fine but when the slide is closed and I try to open it its almost like it gets caught on something before opening. For more information, please see our Recoil springs generally go 2 to 3 thous rounds with .45 ball equiv. If i'm misunderstanding you please let me know but if not, then i'm not understanding how what you're doing is "function testing" anything. The first issue was fixed when we took the parts out of the frame. I highly recommend Victor brand liquefiers. Look at the instructions / diagrams you have very closely and it will help. And is stuck there. That engages the pin that jams the slide. . Re: Slide is jammed on my 1911. WE-Tech 1911 - Fixing Slide / Nozzle Jam pa1ntbru5h 228 subscribers Subscribe 66K views 10 years ago In this video, I'm going to be showing you how to fix the common slide / nozzle jam with. The smith called and said he knew what it was when he picked it up. Hi so I just installed a new Wilson combat extended slide release on my new Springfield operator and it went in fine but when the slide is closed and I try to open it it's almost like it gets caught on something before opening. May 8, 2009 (Edited) Hey all, I recently purchased a Sw1911 base model. Stormer 242 subscribers Subscribe 49K views 6 years ago The kimber micro 9 slide can get jammed and stuck if you are inserting. @Husker thanks for the info, I've had this one a little over a year and haven't had issues taking it apart, what's the standard way? Mechanically speaking, it sounds like your slide is being jammed by the barrel pushing upward too hard when it engages. AndI wasreallyI was alive." 1. I have to actually try to get it stuck by pulling back . Well i was field stripping my series 70 and the slide stop is stuck half way out and it wount come all the way out. also check the plunger on the slide. This 1911 was dropped, loaded, on a hard surface. Any help with this issue? 1. not likely, the thumb safety only blocks the slide on the exterior, there is nothing internal that will hold the slide closed. It moves ever so slightly and something inside clicks. And typically you still are after closes. All I can think is Thank god its not a live round!. I went to range today with my Brand New P320-M18. I got it apart with some effort - the spring on that thing is heavy and the gun is well oiled. though a simple push brings it forward and if the slide snaps back it doesnt get stuck. I tried to readjust the slide but it moved forward only slightly and after that I couldn't move the slide at all. May 18, 2013. Any suggestions? Slide's about 5/8" aft of closed, and there is stilll a live round in the chamber. This is my first experience with snap caps. I have all original series because of it. Do a Google search regarding Kimber's Schwartz safety. Yesterday I went to unload it for cleaning and some dry-fire practice. It gobbled the CCI and Norma, no problems. Treat me bad, I'll treat you worse. It's easy! I was good at it. the slide back on the frame. Dry slide is a bad thing. Every 1911 I own has been done and it really simplifies the gun and gives a much nicer trigger pull. Have you been locking the slide open then letting if slam forward without having the. I went and shot with it the other day and put 50 rounds through it. Brought them home. In this video I demonstrate correct operation of the slide stop. Hard to explain but it's not sticking like it's too dry, more that it's hanging up on something like the ejector or the disconnector - I can wiggle it just enough to hear it contacting something metallic. THREAD CLOSED This is an old thread. Boom. I Have Not Been Able To Remove Same. I'm looking at the original photo with my antique eyes, so I might be wrong, but that Swartz safety pin next to the disconector looks scuffed to me. Never been shot. Read more. Yup. There appears to have been bit of grinding on the top of the lever, which makes me think that it was causing the tough disassembly as well. The gun is not dirty, I had cleaned it a good 250 rounds ago before this happened and it still doesn't show signs of build up. Why are you continuing to keep the trigger depressed after the hammer has fallen? - Walter White. Read page 47 and 48 of the Glock manual. I liked it. By using this site, you agree to the following.Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | GuidelinesWe have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You still pay the normal price, our commission comes from their profit, so you have nothing to lose, while we have something to gain. My guess is that your locking block spring slipped out of place and is jamming the flap up. The frame stuck out maybe 1/4 inch from the end of the frame. I can get the slide to move from closed to 1/4 open and closed but nothing further. Malfunctions Due to Ammo or Gun Mechanics Here are the different types of gun malfunctions and what to do about them: Squib Load And no if you remove the disconnector you don't get a "machine . Thank you all for your responses I really appreciate it, I've cleaned and left my custom II wet. Check the series 80 arm on the framesounds like you may have bent or broke it. I have not seen why you would make each choice. 1911 slide gets stuck in closed position . Your help is appreciated. When the slide is at battery, the disconnector sits in this notch on the slide allowing the trigger to connect with the seat. If you are looking for a local FFL to ship a product to, visit our Find an FFL page. I've got two 2011s and three 1911s in addition to this (new to me) one and I've never seen this "feature". EDIT I got the slide open by gripping the slide tightly and slam I the palm of my hand into the backstrap. Disassemble the frame and pull the disconnector out. And is stuck there. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Thanks foe all the suggestions - keep me coming. TNGunOwners.com (TGO) is a presentation of Enthusiast Productions. The problem is fixed. Bang Pull the trigger. Plano, TX 75074 USA, Customer Service: print for the 1911A1 shows the frame hole as .201 inches by .002 inches. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Try turning it upside down and banging/shaking the snot out of it while trying to move the slide. If you remove the bushing/spring plug first it does take the pressure/tension off everything and can make breaking down the gun easier rather than fighting the slide loaded up w/ spring tension. "Super Stuck" Kimber series II guns are usually due to the Swartz safety. When you assemble or disassemble it you need to grip the frame to engage the grip safety and everything should slide together nice and easy. No problems. Best Regards , Big1911 5th . Can you take out the recoil spring and plug? Is it possible you had a squib round and fired into it and bulged the barrel? When I put the slid on it locked up again. Go too far on that leaf and the worst that will happen is the trigger won't reset. Cookie Notice JavaScript is disabled. May 21, 2012. (Doug Larson photo) # 3 07-14-2009, 9:25 PM Jason762 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Oakland-ish Posts: 1,707 iTrader: 38 / 98% First, check the safety. Bushing is off, guide rod, spring and barrel are loose but slide is hanging up on something on frame and will not move in either direction. Not 100% on this, but I would try a shorter linking pin (that connector between the takedown lever and the barrel). Personally, after getting slide free from what seen, there appears to be crack inside sidewall above top of. That is one of the more common scenarios for jammed slides. I didn't mean to talk down at ya. Then I read yesterday on the Kel-Tec site that when putting the gun back together first put the magazine in the handle. Slide stuck CLOSED on a Para 1911 By TnShooter83 February 18, 2014 in Gunsmithing & Troubleshooting Followers 0 TnShooter83 Inactive Member 583 Location: Knox, Tn Posted February 18, 2014 Here is my issue. The only way to fix the malfunction was to drop the mag, smack the back of the slide really hard, and then I could fire the round and stare at my gun in confusion. I think it had to do with me being up when I should have been in bed. Took my new SR22 to the range, and loved shooting it. Recoil spring plug removed--spring not under compression? Hello Kimber and 1911 lovers, I have a custom II and the last time I was at the range the slide stayed open after the second shot, I released the mag and the slide was super stuck. If you have any questions about your purchase or any other product for sale, our customer service representatives . See if things loosen up, Sounds like you missed the hole in the barrel link. Powered by Invision Community. See if you can covert it to a 70 series gun. https://www.youtube.com/user/Detman101 (Detman's channel)https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpbI0bpvjxlVI_-V8OIspzwSTS member Mike from MD.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfptbSMpcVrxOzdR8xx52MgMike of TN our Volunteer state rep.http://home.nra.org/http://home.nra.org/nrailahttps://www.nraila.org/ Loaded that magazine. You can see in the attached pictures that the slide stops right at the lever, which visually is proud of the frame. You can't post a reply in it. Shadow Systems LLC Point the gun in a safe direction. Only a mm or so is needed to unlock the slide. Now slam your strong hand into the back of the grip being sure to depress the grip safety as you do it. It should end up in this position. Been shooting 1911's for 50 years. I tired to pull the pin out, but the slide is forward enough that it's blocking the slide release. With some 1911's, if the slide release lever/takedown pin is pushed partway out by the trigger finger as the slide moves it will lock up the action and not let it return to battery. You may have a swollen barrel due to a "double fire" meaning that you had a projectile stuck in the barrel and the next fired round pushed it out and expanded the barrel and now the barrel busing is keeping things closed up tight. No Frame, No Slide Stop Or Bushing. M1911 Disassembly and reassembly animations, Tests of Products of general shooters interest, Airsoft/Air Gun Modifications, Troubleshooting and Maintenance. My EDC is a full size Citadel 1911, which has always performed flawlessly. Thanks. Pin Diameter: The original G.I. If the thumb is long enough or if the shooter shifts his grip, the thumb of the right hand can be used. I fired a total of two rounds and the slide froze on the rail. Occasionally, the guide rod can get wedged into a weird position in the frame and cause the slide to hang up during disassembly. The recommended Shadow Systems method to field strip the gun. This will take a small amount of force, and you will get it to go forward approximately 3mm. Also be aware that all of the solvent and oil you have in that case may start to break down that foam and you don't want that stuff in or on your gun - especially if you are storing the gun in that case. check out the, Welcome to the Pennsylvania Firearm Owners Association Forum, we hope you like what you find here and we strongly encourage you to. I know for a fact that John Browning did not intend his creation to need a hammer for assembly! A solution without a problem. 1. I disassembled the gun and Im now trying to remove the snap cap from the chamber. Crash69. Unfortunately, the slide is now stuck on the gun, and there is no way (apparently) to get it off. I ran through the pistol, cleaned and oiled. Its a very easy fix. The slide on my brand new, never fired, DR920 is stuck good, guys; and, when looking into the frame, it does appear the rear of the RSA is tilted slightly downward. I could not get the slide lock to go back in, as the hole would never line up. Nothing I did would let me rack the slide back. Here is my issue. Last edited by revencer; 17th March 2009 at 19:45 . Won't budge. check out the. Like it has pressure on it or something. The TGO state flag logo and the TGO tri-hole "icon" logo are trademarks of Tennessee Gun Owners. We cover that here as well. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. loads. Rack Rack the slide to clear the chamber and load a new round. and if the slide gets stuck it is because the guide rod slipped back with barrel diring assembly. Is this the Series 80 safety or something Kimber came up with? As HansGruber suggested - "You could also give it a tap after hitting it with lube. I had to hold this button in in order to get the firing pin stop and the firing pin out. 1911 slide stuck open during function check. But that being said. #kimber. I was just practicing taking the slide lock in and out of my 1911 (learning how to do it without the idiot mark) and I have somehow gotten my slide stuck in an in-between position (not fully back or forward). "I did it for me. When you've fired the last round in your pistol's magazine, the magazine's follower pushes up against the slide stop and causes it to catch in a recess in the pistol's slide. How likely is this going to prevent it from coming back upon firing? Powered by Invision Community. During firing I don't know. Anyone ever hear of a failure like this? Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. I purchased a used springfield 1911-A1. EDIT vice, Punch, and hammer later I got the snap cap removed. I think you uncovered it yourself, the slide stop was starting to back out of the gun and it jammed, IMHO. Share this post Technical Tuesday: When your skills don't matter Any help is appreciated thanks! Load a full magazine and shoot an 8 round group checking for proper cycle, feed, ejection, and slide lock. If you intend to buy something from Brownells, please use their banners above. if the pull the trigger, the hammer falls an you left off the trigger will the slide come back? Bert, Im sorry to hear youre having trouble. But now it drops the hammer when the slide closes. Federal, Winchester and Fiocchi in the 3 mags. Second Media Inc., 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. loads. You still pay the normal price, our commission comes from their profit, so you have nothing to lose, while we have something to gain. Thumb thru the trigger guard fingers on top of the slide. If you pull the slide too far back, then you will reset the trigger, which makes it hard or even impossible to put the slide back on. I cannot get it back into battery no matter how forceful I push or slap the backstrap. It could be the grips are interfering with the safety. Then the slide will open. And now it is stuck closed. Do it again a few times. I took it apart and did not see any shavings or deep scratching on either the dust cover or slide, no abnormal wear. We just got it tonight. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Just reading about the problem the other day. My Browning 1911-380 is very sensitive about that. This, in turn, causes the slide to be locked back. i then installed the grips and went to rack the slide again so i could make sure the thumb safety wasn't sticking but the slide wouldn't open. have you tried removing the slide?Another thing you can try is hold the slide with your left hand really hard,and hit the grip with the right as if you were gripping the gun.That is one trick that i learned when similar problem happened with my 1911.Safety in off position of course,hammer cocked.You want the slide to go back all the way. Slide is stuck on frame of Kimber Target 2 9mm and I can't budge it. If you are looking for a local FFL to ship a product to, Technical Tuesday: Slide stuck during disassembly, Technical Tuesday: When your skills dont matter, Technical Tuesday: The marksmanship thing that no one talks about, Shadow Systems Releases Long-Slide Full-Size DR920L, Shadow Systems Launches Thread-On Compensator, Shadow Systems Launches Full-Feature, Low-Price Option in FOUNDATION SERIES, Introducing the FOUNDATION SERIES by Shadow Systems. Can you post some pictures so we can visualize what is going on? Do it again. When I function check the pistol the hammer will fall. Dealer Inquiries are welcome! I can get the recoil spring and cover out, but when I turn the barrel nut to where it is supposed to come out, it does not move. Bushing is off, guide rod, spring and barrel are loose but slide is hanging up on something on frame and will not move in either direction. Do it again a few times. This is not the first time for this to happen during disassembly, and Ive been successful getting it to return to battery before, twice. maybe im wrong but im hoping it just need to get broken in. Sep 24, 2014. ), moving up and down depending upon what's going on. 73 votes, 35 comments. support@shadowsystemscorp.com. Put on some gloves, With the muzzle pointed downrange grasp the slide very firmly using an overhand grip, Pointed downrange, Pointed downrange, Use your other gloved hand to firmly strike the grip of the frame as if you were going to grasp it. Thanks for the help everyone. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. If the shooter holds the gun in the right hand, the left-hand thumb can be used. Never had that happen. Any input on my scenario would be greatly appreciated. The only way to get the slide open is to release the trigger and cock the hammer. Boxed it up and returned it to Nevada. The feed ramp seems too far forward so I assume the spring must have slipped and allowed the barrel to advance forward as I pushed the slide back. I did have the magazine in the handle when I was putting the slide back on the frame after cleaning it. Treat me good, I'll treat you better. 0:00 / 4:30 Kimber Micro 9mm Slide STUCK or JAMMED - how NOT to! - Walter White. 1911 slide won't come off 1911 slide won't come off. I decided to field strip my Springfield for the first time this morning. I ran through the pistol, cleaned and oiled. Gunsmithing, Troubleshooting & Refinishing. It's really stuck - I cannot move the slide at all. 1911 Pistol Slide Stop Problem Diagnosis mackdaddy1911a1 7.68K subscribers Subscribe 65K views 4 years ago A viewer recently asked about a problem he had with his 1911 locking the slide open. Gripping grip safety does not lower Schwartz pin projecting out of top of slide which seems to be the problem. Also, if the gun is new, flush out the firing pin and the extractor channels also. Very common to keep the trigger "trapped". Please email my Technical Team at support@shadowsystemscorp.com so they can figure out what is going on there, because that shouldnt be happening. Talk about the 1911 pistol in all of its forms. I was good at it. 0 coins. The only way to get the slide open is to release the trigger and cock the hammer. Loaded a magazine with the snap caps. I need help with the Castle Bushing on my AR.. ? Slow release gives a reset and much shorter trigger pull for next shot. I have an identical Custom II. 2. I will keep an eye on that slide stop and we shall see how it does from here on out. That as far as I took it down. BrianEnos.com Sarge the BFH is the first thing that occurred to me but I'm trying to keep calm! You need to figure out why the slide stop was backing out (if it was) and fix it. Jul 13, 2007. Have about 300 rounds through my 1911 and after the last cleaning the slide seems very rough when It gets slid all the way back. Read customer reviews and common Questions and Answers for Aidan Gray Part #: rr.art.352 on this page. I'm glad it's working properly now but I'm just curious to see if any of you have ever had this happen to any of your 1911's. I have a brand new Rock Island 1911 which I took to the range. When I went to rack the slide it came back about a 1/4". The trigger moves some to when this happens. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue. Not even the RO was able to push down the slide stop button, nor rack the slide. If this is your first visit, be sure to try pulling the slide down to open the action, while pushing down on the locking block tabs. I have field and detail stripped 1911s many times with no problems and was completely baffled by this problem so if anyone ever hears of anything like this again, think Schwartz. I was going to advice the original OP not to drop the slide on an empty chamber, but I don't want to start another argument on this topic since it's been covered a couple of times already. I took the barrel, guide rod and spring out and its still getting stuck. How about an answer with a question? What was holding the frame from moving was a pin sticking up from a hole in the frame which seems to have some type of interaction with the grip safety and with a spring loaded "push-button" in the slide. Advertisement Coins. FYI - I originally searched this forum and google before I posted and found only one related post from a guy who couldn't get his .22 conversion slide off a Kimber frame but there was no resolution on that thread which is why I'm posting this. Nope. Won't move but maybe an 1/8 . And this leads me to a question. After field stripping, as I was pushing the slide back, I heard a slight grind and now the slide is stuck half open! I have at least 20 striker fired pistols and half of them Glocks, for over 25 years, and Ive NEVER had this problem with any of them, ever. I believe its when it slides over the disconnector. I was unable to move the slide with my hands. Flush that pin out real well with Gun Scrubber or an equivalent cleaner, and then lube it with a drop of gun oil. We want to make your firearms purchases as simple as possible. A forum community dedicated to 1911 firearm owners and enthusiasts. The opinions expressed on TGO are those of their authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the site's owners or staff. It Came With A Gi Replacement Barrel. How far down did you take it apart to clean it? The 1911 slide stop is only a $20 part but proper fit and function is critical to the trouble free operation of your 1911. and we will get the conversation started. Slide off and barrel out. We are saddened to share news that long-time forum member and gun rights activist in Pennsylvania, Kim Stolfer, has passed away. i think it will be ok. ive worked the safety and slide a bunch and it seems to be working fine now. I was just practicing taking the slide lock in and out of my 1911 (learning how to do it without the idiot mark) and I have somehow gotten my slide stuck in an in-between position (not fully back or forward). I was misunderstanding him. For example, you may have reassembled the slide onto the frame, but forgot to put the barrel and recoil. First, push the slide as far forward as you can. Slide is stuck about 5/8-3/4" from rear of frame - I can't move it either forward or backwards. The slide dragging on the safety is not good. Early U.s. Gi 1911. Jan 13, 2022. I could not get the slide lock to go back in, as the hole would never line up. Or, at least it shot anyways. Once the slide is mostly onto the frame, you can then right the whole pistol and see the link clearly through the hole in the frame for the slide lock pin. 1911's shouldn't be run "dry". It's there for a reason. The vertical pin you mention is easy to shear off if the slide is put back on with the Schwartz safety in the wrong condition. When I function check the pistol the hammer will fall. Contact us via email for answers to all your FFL questions. Only show this user. 2. Is your Springfield XD pistol's slide stuck on the frame, and you can't get it off? I feel kind of dumb, but I've never had this happen before. its stuck ive tried to to push the slide stop in while pulling on the slide Reply That would be Kimber's Schwartz firing pin safety. It can hang up on the bottom if there is a burr on either part. I Purchased Just A Slide That Was Received With A Barrel Stuck In The Slide. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. It may take a couple of times but 99/100 this will free the live round. Sign up for a new account in our community. Cases are intended to be used for transport or shipping only for short periods. Loaded a magazine with the snap caps. copycat ending explained, did coraline really escape, how tall is katherine gray from blown away,