[massman]

Gyvel,
When the slide goes into battery the hammer remains fully cocked. When the trigger is pulled the hammer drops but there is no ignition. If I remove the round, there is no mark on the primer. If I reinsert the round and manually cock the hammer and pull the trigger, it falls and there is ignition.

Now, I think you may have found my problem. When I hold the trigger back and push the trigger lever, it moves forward easily but does NOT spring back to it's rearward position. Now showing my ignorance, What does this indicate and what do I do to correct this?

I want you to know how much I appreciate your help in this matter. Thank you very much!