It feels like we have this thread conversation once a year. Yes it can lock up. Even if it's a .099% chance of it happening, only you can determine if that's enough to do something about it. There are two members on this forum who sell a classy looking plug if you decide to remove the lock. Yes it will void warranty, but if anything happens to your revolver you just put it back in and send it off and no one will ever know. Also let's stop the fear mongering. Removing the lock isn't going to land you in jail. Seriously has anyone ever heard of a case where this happen? That lock has been around now for almost 20 years and I've yet to hear it. It's an accessory that was added to the gun and can be removed without changing how it functions. No different than replacing your front sight, changing out your grips, or having a gunsmith port a barrel.

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