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Originally Posted by Zachariah5032
I own a s&w 5906 it isn't ejecting the spent shells I think it's the extraction finger but I can't find one for the life of me. I did find one for the 5906tsw anyone know if they are the same or if it will work in my 5906 ?
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If you're experiencing failures-to-extract with good factory ammunition (meaning not worn or damaged cases and case rims that may be present on reloads), it might typically be one or more of three things:
The recoil spring is damaged or worn out. (This is the easiest thing to try, as you can replace the recoil spring yourself.)
The extractor hook is chipped or broken.
The extractor spring is worn out and weak.
(Also, if what's really happening is a failure-to-eject, then the ejector tip might be broken off, especially if it's an older production 5906 with the older, short tipped style ejector.)
Repairing any of those problems is something for someone experienced and trained in making such repairs. The extractor
isn't considered a "drop in" part. (The ejector and extractor spring are "drop in" parts, but the tension of the extractor spring may have to be adjusted by using a different spring.)
Yes, the same extractor is used in the 5906/5906TSW, and it came in both "plain" stainless and black finish.
Extractors typically need to be filed and fitted to the particular slide, though. Armorers and repair techs use a factory provided Go/No-Go bar gauge to check for fit in a slide.
Extractor tension is checked by armorers and techs using a force dial gauge ($150 tool). While there's an acceptable range for extractor tension, in order to get the tension within the acceptable range in any particular slide, it may be necessary to use a different factory extractor spring than the "standard" spring (there are lighter & heavier optional springs).
Is there a local gunsmith who is familiar with working S&W pistols, who has the parts and tools?
You might try calling S&W, to see if they still use any of their authorized service centers outside of the factory (the website doesn't list any US centers anymore). Unless you're the original owner, the repair will cost and will probably take some time (due to backlog).
Just some thoughts.