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Originally Posted by chemphill
I contacted S&W and they are sending me a replacement. I can't fault their customer service although I would prefer not to need it. I mentioned the stainless steel rail that is available and he said it put excessive stress on other parts of the slide and is not recommended. I am curious how a stainless steel rail will make the slide function easier and still causes excessive fore on the slide?
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It has a different spring weight, which is why it makes the slide easier to rack. If the slide is easier to rack it probably cycles harder when fired and therefore wears all the internals more.
I have one, but am saving it in case the original ever fails. I'm at well over 1000 rounds in on my Shield 9 and it never has failed. I'm 400 rounds in with my Shield 45 and the original is doing fine in it also.