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by robhic
May 8th, 2016, 5:59 pm
Forum: Modifications, Fixes, and Repairs
Topic: FTF on first shot in full magazine
Replies: 44
Views: 33042

Re: FTF on first shot in full magazine

It's not the "People would snatch them up, why aren't you making them?" that's bugging me. It's "You're already making recoil and hammer and firing pin springs. Why not mag springs and trigger springs as well?" At least trigger springs aren't that hard to find and even available...
by robhic
May 8th, 2016, 11:28 am
Forum: Modifications, Fixes, and Repairs
Topic: FTF on first shot in full magazine
Replies: 44
Views: 33042

Re: FTF on first shot in full magazine

I'm gonna write Keepshooting, ask if they wouldn't consider selling the springs separately. After this exchange yesterday, I wrote Wolff again and reasoned with them. I said I belonged to a P64 pistol forum and one of the more common complaints was lack of availability of replacement mag springs. I...
by robhic
May 7th, 2016, 6:18 pm
Forum: Modifications, Fixes, and Repairs
Topic: FTF on first shot in full magazine
Replies: 44
Views: 33042

Re: FTF on first shot in full magazine

Mag springs are the thing I keep coming back to. I've also emailed Wolff and asked why they don't, and the response was "We don't know, but we'll get back to you as soon as we do". I think more of us need to bug them about it. That's pretty much what I got back in the email when I asked t...
by robhic
May 7th, 2016, 11:17 am
Forum: Modifications, Fixes, and Repairs
Topic: FTF on first shot in full magazine
Replies: 44
Views: 33042

Re: FTF on first shot in full magazine

gman68w wrote: Why did this issue only crop up after a year of use?
Maybe because the mag springs have gotten weaker with use? Man, I wish Wolff would offer P64 mag springs. :( They off all kinds of other stuff and it seems there are thousands of P64s around, Wonder why they don't make some?
by robhic
May 7th, 2016, 11:10 am
Forum: General P-64 Discussion
Topic: Has anyone else received a P64 with a lightend DA trigger pu
Replies: 1
Views: 2489

Re: Has anyone else received a P64 with a lightend DA trigge

No, and I've refurbished 9 P64s altogether. In my experience, the OEM spring was darker (almost black) and thicker wire while the new (assuming Wolff) springs were lighter (silver/grey) color and of thinner gauge wire.
by robhic
May 7th, 2016, 11:05 am
Forum: General P-64 Discussion
Topic: Not returning to battery
Replies: 6
Views: 5437

Re: Not returning to battery

I'm not sure why you wouldn't want to chamber it with the safety on. Should the hammer fall while racking the slide, you will get an AD. The safety will drop the hammer but block it from striking the firing pin. Well, I guess because it doesn't work and also, apparently, keeps it from returning ful...
by robhic
May 6th, 2016, 4:54 pm
Forum: Modifications, Fixes, and Repairs
Topic: FTF on first shot in full magazine
Replies: 44
Views: 33042

Re: FTF on first shot in full magazine

For what it's worth, I bought a sample pack of Wolff springs to play with. I, too, noticed some different dimensions between the springs. I thought that was odd. :? Seems dimensionally they'd be the same only made of different stoutness of wire. Oh well, live and learn but yes, the different springs...
by robhic
May 6th, 2016, 10:55 am
Forum: Modifications, Fixes, and Repairs
Topic: FTF on first shot in full magazine
Replies: 44
Views: 33042

Re: FTF on first shot in full magazine

Based on what you describe, the recoil spring you have may be too stiff for the ammo you are using. That's what crossed my mind. What recoil spring is in the gun, the original or heavier? I had that same thought the heavier recoil spring(s) would snap the slide forward faster and catch the round mi...
by robhic
May 5th, 2016, 10:51 am
Forum: Modifications, Fixes, and Repairs
Topic: Using Makarov mag springs as replacements?
Replies: 5
Views: 5024

Re: Using Makarov mag springs as replacements?

I'm not sure what you're referring to but I got some 9 Mak springs from Wolff and they were YUGE! No way they coulda been cut down. They were too wide and too long (front to back). Sent 'em back for credit. I think BERSA "Thunder" 380 mag springs were mentioned as they are fairly close but...
by robhic
May 5th, 2016, 10:44 am
Forum: General P-64 Discussion
Topic: Another new P64 owner...
Replies: 8
Views: 6849

Re: Another new P64 owner...

I'm planning to use this for open carry (I'm in Texas), so I'm in search of a holster that I like. Look in the 'holsters' sub-forum. Mr. Funk, the "owner" of this forum makes some beautiful holsters and reasonably priced. I'm sure he'd be able to fix you up with a "Lone Star worthy&q...
by robhic
May 4th, 2016, 11:11 am
Forum: Modifications, Fixes, and Repairs
Topic: re-installing plastic grips...
Replies: 6
Views: 6406

Re: re-installing plastic grips...

Russ's grips are very nice, but, after handling the gun, I like the way the original grip fits my hand, since, although my hands are large, they are not "beefy." The plain, checkered, plastic grips fit me perfectly. Looks like the slide will clear easily with the way I naturally grip it. ...
by robhic
May 4th, 2016, 11:02 am
Forum: Modifications, Fixes, and Repairs
Topic: MUCH MO BETTA
Replies: 8
Views: 8939

Re: MUCH MO BETTA

Yeah, tough life! :mrgreen: Have fun.
by robhic
May 4th, 2016, 10:57 am
Forum: General P-64 Discussion
Topic: Not returning to battery
Replies: 6
Views: 5437

Re: Not returning to battery

It happens either way - putting in a magazine or letting the slide run forward. If the safety is engaged it's like something is rubbing against the slide causing it to not fully return to battery. I usually keep my safety on and if I load a magazine and pull back the slide it always causes a jam. Y...
by robhic
May 3rd, 2016, 6:05 pm
Forum: Modifications, Fixes, and Repairs
Topic: re-installing plastic grips...
Replies: 6
Views: 6406

Re: re-installing plastic grips...

mikethedruid wrote:After removing the original plastic grips from my P-64, I had real trouble replacing the right hand grip ... Have any of you had to do the same thing ?
I've had difficulties at times but did no modifications. I played with it until the panel fit but I know the frustration of which you speak. :(
by robhic
May 3rd, 2016, 6:00 pm
Forum: General P-64 Discussion
Topic: P 64 safety
Replies: 2
Views: 2900

Re: P 64 safety

Over the rainbow! :cry: I think the safety assembly (not just a lever) is the most sought after part and most difficult to find. You might check 'Gunbroker' as they come up once in a while but go FAST! Someone else may have alternatives but that is the most likely source. Sorry.