Skinnedknuckles
Bearcat
- Joined
- Apr 2, 2012
- Messages
- 68
After reading the pros and cons, I decided to remove the "magazine safety" from my LC9 (and SR9 but that was a much easier process). I made the decision because I have 7 semi-auto pistols and only two, the Rugers, have magazine safeties. I know that no two pistols can operate identically, but I like to have as many of the "big items" be the same as possible.
One unexpected benefit is the trigger pull. I didn't really have any serious complaints before (after over 1000 rounds) but now it is a very smooth and repeatable 5-1/2# with no grit or stacking. My groups have improved significantly as a result, if I do my part and do a smooth continuous pull instead of trying to stage the trigger before the break.
While I had it apart I saw that the transfer bar seems to have been flame cut and had a poor surface finish and burr on the edges. I stoned the edges to improve the finish and remove the burr especially where it rubs to lift the bar and release the hammer, then polished both sides and the edges. I was careful not to change the geometry of the bar. I thought this was the main reason for the trigger improvement, but I've read other posts that credit the improvement to the removal of the mag safety. Either way, I'm really pleased with the results.
I also replaced the firing pin blocker spring with the Galloway spring and polished the blocker, broke the edges on the firing pin while I had it out, and installed the Galloway 20# recoil spring. I did keep all the parts to return it to stock in case it has to go back to Ruger or I decide to sell it (not likely).
One unexpected benefit is the trigger pull. I didn't really have any serious complaints before (after over 1000 rounds) but now it is a very smooth and repeatable 5-1/2# with no grit or stacking. My groups have improved significantly as a result, if I do my part and do a smooth continuous pull instead of trying to stage the trigger before the break.
While I had it apart I saw that the transfer bar seems to have been flame cut and had a poor surface finish and burr on the edges. I stoned the edges to improve the finish and remove the burr especially where it rubs to lift the bar and release the hammer, then polished both sides and the edges. I was careful not to change the geometry of the bar. I thought this was the main reason for the trigger improvement, but I've read other posts that credit the improvement to the removal of the mag safety. Either way, I'm really pleased with the results.
I also replaced the firing pin blocker spring with the Galloway spring and polished the blocker, broke the edges on the firing pin while I had it out, and installed the Galloway 20# recoil spring. I did keep all the parts to return it to stock in case it has to go back to Ruger or I decide to sell it (not likely).
