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October 22, 2012, 11:42 AM | #76 | |
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Since the springs used in guns have preset tension from the factory and there are no load bearing bearings(roller) that need periodic maintenance in a gun, the only thing left in a gun is tolerance between machined/stamped metal surfaces. IMO, on most mass produced guns, the tolerances between mating surfaces are loose enough that the only thing that makes the gun malfunction is either the tolerances aren't correct or the steel mating surface are so rough the gun hangs up from time to time. In other words, this so-called "break-in" period is nothing more then something crammed down the consumers throat as an excuse for turning out rough parts that could have been machined smoother at the factory.... A faster cheaper way to produce a product that we, the consumer, has apparently accepted as the norm cause we continue to buy guns faster then they can be produced. Even the factory triggers on the new S&W revolvers don't seem to be what they used to be. Again, IMO, a break in period, is us the public, shooting the new pistol enough to hopefully smooth out the rough edges that causes a pistol to FTF every so often. If problem persist past the recommended break in period then we send the pistol back to the manufacturer for repairs. The returned guns they have to re-work versus the ones that run like they're supposed to makes it cheaper for the man. to do business this way. If we want pistols with exact tolerances, great triggers and all smooth internal parts we need to get a hold of a custom builder and expect to pay $2000-$4000 for the pistol instead of $400-$1000. Last edited by shortwave; October 22, 2012 at 11:55 AM. |
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October 22, 2012, 02:43 PM | #77 |
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I have yet to find a new pistol that shoots better after a "break-in" period. I think it's a bunch of bull crap. If your trigger sucks out of the box, get a trigger job or another pistol. It isn't going to magically smooth itself our after 500 rounds or so.
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October 22, 2012, 04:17 PM | #78 | |
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Try a NIB CZ... They are well known to have triggers that smooth out after a few hundred rounds. Almost every gun I have ever fired has felt different after a few hundred rounds. Springs take a set, actions feel smoother... |
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October 22, 2012, 06:32 PM | #79 | |
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Especially both my S&W 442 and 642. They had horrible triggers on them when they were first bought. After many rds. and a ton of dry firing, they have smoothed out very nicely. Have noticed smoother operations on just about every new semi auto I've ever bought after several hundred rds through them as well. Have only bought two that wouldn't get through a full mag. without a FTF. One was taken back by the dealer after many long,rude conversation with the factory rep.(a long story). Another of a different brand that was sent back for warranty repairs after a grueling mandatory 1000rd. break in period in which didn't cure the problem. I got that pistol back and it well eat any kind of ammo and over the years has proven itself worthy of my winter ccw. That's not to bad considering the number of guns bought in the last 30+years. Last edited by shortwave; October 22, 2012 at 06:46 PM. |
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October 23, 2012, 01:02 PM | #80 |
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Any firearm I buy should function reliably right out of the box.
I bought a Kahr PM40 when they first came out. Shot 500 rounds of various ammo out of it and every magazine failure to return to battery, failure to feed, and the magazines started to break and fall apart. Sent it back to Kahr they sent the gun back with some new magazines. Another 500 rounds of different ammo downrange, same issues, failure to return to battery, failure to feed, also one magazine would hold one round less than the others, so I took it apart and they had installed two magazine followers in the same magazine, one on top of the other. Sent the pistol back to Kahr. By the way I do not limp wrist. The pistol came back and another 500 rounds of various ammo downrange, same issues, failure to return to battery, failure to feed. Sent pistol back to Kahr. Pistol came back same issues. Sold to Scheels being upfront about the problems with the gun. Kahr specifies a break in period. To me a break in period required by a manufacturer is just so the manufacturer can now say the gun is used and not refund your money and continue to lead you on and hope that their guarantee and quick fixes will somehow solve the problem or that you will simply get tired and give up and go away. There is no doubt a gun will get smoother and wear in with use, but it should be manufactured and tested so that it is reliable right out of the box.
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I do believe the term'break-in' is over used in forums, unless the manufacturer states it in their users manual. Even then the cost of ammo being what it is the manufacturer should break it in before you buy it, or give you free ammo to break it in yourself.
I'm glad I didn't have to break in a newely issued firearm when I went to Nam'. I can see it all now. Don't shoot me. I'm just going thru my break in period or taking a non functioning weapon into the armorer and him saying don't worry it is going thru it's break in period. Just keep your head down for the next 200rds. If it doesn't work after that bring it in and I'll see if I can get it back to you in the month or two. |
October 23, 2012, 01:40 PM | #82 |
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"Rough edges" do not "cause a pistol to malfunction once in a while". Poorly machined and incorrectly fitted parts do. Shooting 500 rounds ain't gonna fix that.
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October 23, 2012, 01:41 PM | #83 |
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If I had a choice between paying, say $100 extra for a gun that was hand fitted, polished, or whatever is required to eliminate break in VS spending that same money on ammo and just shooting it I'd take the latter. I like shooting and was planning to shoot it anyway so I really don't see the problem.
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October 23, 2012, 01:45 PM | #84 |
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All they have to do is follow the original blueprint and hold tolerances within spec. instead of building to a price point. You can build it so it works out of the box or you can build it so it only costs XXX dollars so you can outsell your competition. Guess who gets the short end of that stick?
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October 23, 2012, 01:59 PM | #85 | |
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October 23, 2012, 03:16 PM | #86 |
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On the contrary,those are the lucky ones,the unsuspecting buyers who plunked down their hard earned dollars thinking that they were dealing with an honest arms manufacturer only to find out that it wasn't the case are the ones at the short end of the stick.
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October 23, 2012, 03:50 PM | #87 | |
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More like a couple $1000 extra. |
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October 23, 2012, 06:22 PM | #88 |
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Two magazine followers,one on top of the other?
This is out of control.If this continues they're going to shut this thread down. |
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October 23, 2012, 07:58 PM | #90 |
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My pleasure,please read post#80 and that will shed some light on the magazine comment.The rest has to do with the aversion that certain moderators have to manufacturer criticism in my case all I did to get that little lock next to my post was to suggest that there should be a web based consumer database of M1911 manufacturer issues.
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October 23, 2012, 08:45 PM | #91 |
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I've bought $700 Taurus 1911. Out exactly 100 rounds of factory ammo thru it , just because I didn't have any .45 loaded. Right after that I've switched to my reloads. 200 g lead semi wadcuters
3000 rounds later , gun works the same. No issues,no malfunctions. I do have a high price 1911 plan in the future. But I'm not gonna treat to any differently. |
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October 24, 2012, 11:54 AM | #93 |
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Tight is good if properly fitted. Tight is bad if not properly fitted. Still have trouble with the idea? Some manufacturers have tried to attain match accuracy via tight construction, while cutting costs by skimping on fitting.
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I suspect that all the breaking in in the world is not going to make poorly fitted parts fit better. Pete
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October 24, 2012, 03:11 PM | #95 |
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I think its an easy fix. Especially for the "higher" end manufacturers. Simply take those firearms, 1911, AR's, even shotguns and send them to me along with an endless supply of ammo. Each firearm should have a note saying how many rounds they want fired through it. I will sacrifice my time by shooting it for them, might even clean and re-lube them if paid extra and send it back or directly to the buyer whichever. That way we all win!
I suspect I could get an ammo company to sponsor me, "This firearm was proudly broken in with Federal Match ammunition", tag for every one mailed out. |
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October 25, 2012, 02:31 PM | #97 |
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There are so many variables and different manufacturing standards, I dont think there is any set rule of thumb as far as breaking in a gun. I have some that never felt any different after 500 rounds and some that feel better. Usually at the 500 round mark, I know if I am gonna keep the gun or not. All guns should feed reliable right out of the box. Trigger and slide feel may change.
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October 25, 2012, 03:07 PM | #98 |
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I can see that some of us understand machinery and some of us do not. Comparing guns to cars or motorcycles is a fine analogy. Break in polishes down the high areas and then stops, as noted.
You guys that think that your gun should run 100% out of the box probably have no problem with tweaking the new car that you get, following the manufacturers advice. If you yell about it long enough, or sic cheese eaters on em, they'll start breaking the guns in at the factory, and gun prices will get closer to car prices. |
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The only thing I can contribute to this discussion is that in 37 years of purchasing and shooting firearms I have NEVER had ANY issues with a revolver ...... ymmv
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