Thread: The use of MIM parts - S&W's explanation
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Old 11-21-2015, 01:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Blackbarry View Post
Unfortunately, this thread is confined to 1980+ revolvers and MIM parts. S&W is installing MIM parts in their semi-autos as well. I purchased a 1911SC for concealed carry. After ~200 rounds and while shooting +P Hornady TAP, CQ loads, the magazine release broke in 1/2 and the gun became 100% inoperable. Imagine you're in a SHTF situation and a gun part fails.... I replaced the release with an Ed Brown CNC milled part and sent the broken part to S&W. No reply......
An alarming experience, certainly -- thank goodness it was at the range. Fortunately it reflects the exception, not the rule; MIM is proven across many industries and usages. If production isn't correct, any part can fail be it MIM, cast or forge.
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