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James K · June 29, 1999, 02:02 PM

Most common cause of "once in a while" lock back is the shooter's thumb inadvertently pushing up on the slide stop. There could also be a weak plunger spring or burrs somewhere, but I vote for the thumb.

Jim

June 29, 1999, 02:02 PM	#2
James K Member In Memoriam Join Date: March 17, 1999 Posts: 24,383	Most common cause of "once in a while" lock back is the shooter's thumb inadvertently pushing up on the slide stop. There could also be a weak plunger spring or burrs somewhere, but I vote for the thumb. Jim