I just bought my first Ruger. An LC9. I took it to the range this afternoon. First time ever fired. The second shot produced a failure to eject. I removed the magazine and cleared it. Long story short, I continued to get a FTE about every 6 or 7 rounds. This happened persistently for about 75 rounds. A FTE every 5 to 7 shots. I changed ammo and used brand name 9mm stuff like Remington. I did not clean the gun before using it but field stripped it and it seemed clean and free of debris, oil, etc. Before I have to send it back to Ruger, any ideas as to what is causing this? Anything I can do at home bearing in mind I'm not as experienced as you. Other than field stripping and cleaning, I don't have the knowledge base to get into the gun.
Newbie needs advice from you experienced folks
- Thread starter RickEvans
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clean it good under the extractor and the face of the bolt,make sure the extraqctor is "holding" onto the rim of the case good...also make sure you have or get NO oil in the chamber,can create a problem extracting...........shoot it more give it CHANCE TO "BREAK IN" and yes ,try a few different types of ammo,never know........
Galaxiedan
Blackhawk
Make sure your holding it snug when firing, I can make mine fail to eject by "limp wristing" if I keep a firm grip it functions flawlessly. This can verified by letting another experienced shooter try it.
Gentlemen, I very much appreciate you taking the time to share your suggestions with me. As a newbie, I thought I might be limp wristing but the range master who watched me assured me I wasn't. I had him fire it and it also failed to extract. They had a rental LC9 that he let me use and, after 50 rounds, I had no problems. So, I think limp wristing can be ruled out.
How do I check to see if the extractor is gripping the rim properly?
Thanks again.
How do I check to see if the extractor is gripping the rim properly?
Thanks again.
cjs1945
Single-Sixer
I would give it a complete cleaning, then try again with any quality brand ammo, if the problem continues you need to call Ruger. My Lc9 has never had a FTF, FTE or any other problem in over 1500 rounds, clean or dirty, with any ammo and yours shouldn't either.
Guys, before sending my LC9 back to Ruger, any last words of wisdom? I cleaned it extremely thoroughly last night and took it back to the range this morning for another 150 rounds. I got a failure to eject about once in every 10 rounds. The one exception was with Hornady ammo. Not a single issue with 50 rounds of Hornady. But, with Winchester and Remington, I consistently had the same problem. Any thoughts?
Cheesewhiz
Hunter
Sorry but it still sounds like a generic limp wrist, my guess is the grip is too low and you are shifting your grip as you pull the trigger.
I couldn't agree more with you about Obama. Great quote.
But, as to limp wristing, I had two other guys shoot including the range master. Same problem. But, even assuming all three of us aren't handling it properly (and I imagine that's a possibility since none of us have any experience with this gun), then why did it work fine with the Hornady? Also, I have to admit that I'm a little concerned about a pistol that's so sensitive to technique. If I'm in a position when I have to use it, the adrenaline dump would likely guarantee I'm not going to be as aware of technique as I should be. Do you think a lighter recoil spring would be better?
But, as to limp wristing, I had two other guys shoot including the range master. Same problem. But, even assuming all three of us aren't handling it properly (and I imagine that's a possibility since none of us have any experience with this gun), then why did it work fine with the Hornady? Also, I have to admit that I'm a little concerned about a pistol that's so sensitive to technique. If I'm in a position when I have to use it, the adrenaline dump would likely guarantee I'm not going to be as aware of technique as I should be. Do you think a lighter recoil spring would be better?
Cheesewhiz
Hunter
The Hornady ammo will have a bit more in recoil impulse, slide force and the round is a bit shorter in OAL, this can make up for a either an improper hold, loose grip, shifting grip, breaking wrists or a flexy elbows arm stance. See many people just say the words "limp wrist" and others think it's just one thing, it isn't. Small pistols with a larger than normal round are a compromise, they have to be shot properly or they end up with issues like this.
...and your's is a new gun so it is more likely to act a little tight, that of course makes it worse.
...and if your Remington ammo is UMC FMJ FN, that is absolute crud 9mm ammo, just a pile of crap.
...and your's is a new gun so it is more likely to act a little tight, that of course makes it worse.
...and if your Remington ammo is UMC FMJ FN, that is absolute crud 9mm ammo, just a pile of crap.
Galaxiedan
Blackhawk
The lc9 has a snap to it, if its not held firmly the force of the slide will be absorbed by the "limp wrist" and not allow full ejection of the spent round. I fought the same problem until I adjusted my grip. My LC9 has to be held FIRMLY. Its different than other 9mm that I have shot.
Send it back. If you are not limp wristing a range gun then you are not doing it with yours. Carefully check how the extractor is catching the case. Also make sure the surface of the extractor sits parallel to the chamber. It is also possible the extractor spring is not putting enough pressure on the extractor. Something not machines correctly, etc. Bottom line is that Ruger repairs any gun and covers shipping if purchased new and less than 1 year old.
