sw9ve jamming

[xthenewskill]

Hello all, I have read a lot of the other threads regarding this gun jamming. A lot of what I read people are are contributing the gun jamming to "limp wrist". This is my first hand gun. It may be user error but even when I made sure the gun was held firmly and was not recoiling back it would still jam on the first shot. I could not get through a mag without it jamming every other shot. I was with a friend of mine who has a very similar S&W 9mm, It only jammed up once for him. Since this happened I am assuming that it was my fault. But I have looked at videos of people who 'limp wrist' a gun and I know the gun was not going back that far when I shot it. It would jam by not loading the next round or the round would get caught and protrude out of the middle of the gun. Sorry for not using the correct terms as I am new to the hang gun scene. Also, my friend who is a experienced hand gun owner said that everything I was doing seemed okay. I only used one type of ammo which was PMC. I really don't think it was the ammo though. Also, I cleaned and oiled the gun as instructed before using it. I made sure the bullets were pushed back and the slide 'sling shot' in. I'm not sure if I should try and send it back or give it a few more tries and give myself time to perfect my shooting? I shot over 50 rounds through it. I would squeeze the trigger properly and let go right away while holding the gun with both hands. I was able to handle the recoil quite well but it would jam after the first shot. Also, I thought I should add I bought it brand new.

 

[bronconagurski]

First of all, welcome to the forum. Congrats on getting a good first time pistol for beginners. Don't despair, and don't send it back yet. If you master shooting this one, you will be good to go.
The first thing that jumped out at me is that your friend only had one problem when shooting it. Does that mean a problem with only one round, or did he have problems throughout one mag? I presume he shot trouble free mags, which you seem to be unable to do. That does suggest user error.
Secondly, how many mags did you shoot with, and did it happen with them all? Check your mag follower for any burrs or problems on all your mags to make sure nothing is going on there.
Third, I had SD9VE when I was a beginner and had similar problems with it. I practiced dryfiring it and my grip. My particular grip is the off hand pulls back with twice as much pressure as the trigger hand pushes forward. That helped me gain control. I have since changed, but that is a good beginner grip imo.
I also got some flitz and and polished the feed ramp by hand, not with a dremel. Just elbow grease. Flitz is good stuff.
Finally, most handguns don't need breaking in, but I found mine did, as it got better with time and finally performed flawlessly. That was also due to my practice I'm sure. It may need to be sent in eventually, but I suspect it's your technique. You need a qualified instructor to watch you shoot and shoot it also. Then you'll know what is what imo.

 

[xthenewskill]

Thanks for the reply. He only had one round jam while shooting my gun. He shot a full mag (15 rounds quickly without one jam). He also shot mags with 5-10 in them without them jamming. I only have 2 mags that came with the gun and it would jam on pretty much every shot in both mags. I'm not to sure on how to check the mag follower but I'm sure there is videos on it. I will also look into the feed ramp. I'm going to give it some more time and pay for a one on one session with a trainer on a range before trading it out. I'm sure I just need more practice but I felt like I was doing every thing he was expect all of my shots would jam. I guess practice makes perfect.

 

[smitret]

jams

Two thoughts.

Try a different brand of ammo.

Try some 124gr ammo to see if more recoil energy will make the pistol function.

Good Luck

 

[TimmyRay]

Welcome to the forums!!!

1.) Make sure the firearm is adaquetly lubed.
2.) You mention your friend has an identical model try to use his magazines in your firearm.
3.)Make sure your thumb isn't pushing up on the slide release causing it to lock the slide back inadvertently.

 

[plinker 22]

Do you have 16 or 17 round mags?

I have a SW9GVE with the 2-16 round mags that came with it and 2-17 round mags that I had left over from a SW9F I once owned.
My 17 rounders jammed untill I clearanced the mag base plate. The 16 rounders ran fine from the start. The 17's base plate is thicker and hit the bottom of the grip but would lock in if you really slammed it home. They need about .100" off the top of the base plate to lock in without force.

Another tip, it doesn't hurt to polish the feed ramp, there's a few YouTube vids that will explain and show how.

 

[Muss Muggins]

Thanks for the reply. He only had one round jam while shooting my gun. He shot a full mag (15 rounds quickly without one jam). He also shot mags with 5-10 in them without them jamming. I only have 2 mags that came with the gun and it would jam on pretty much every shot in both mags. I'm not to sure on how to check the mag follower but I'm sure there is videos on it. I will also look into the feed ramp. I'm going to give it some more time and pay for a one on one session with a trainer on a range before trading it out. I'm sure I just need more practice but I felt like I was doing every thing he was expect all of my shots would jam. I guess practice makes perfect.

Based solely on this post, the problem is with you . . . Seek out a good pistol instructor.

 

[xthenewskill]

It came with 2 16 round mags. The problem could be with me. Just the fact that it jammed every shot, even if my form isn't perfect alarms me. If you got into a situation where you had to act fact and not thinking about your form and the gun jams, then what? I'm not sure what to think because I have people telling me the gun should not jam not matter what even if your form isn't perfected.

 

[S&W Rover]

Get this gun into the hands of someone who is knowledgeable, and get yourself to someone who is a good instructor. Most ranges have both standing by. The answers might be simple and straightforward. These are very reliable and forgiving handguns -- you could have one that is messed up, but I think you need to check all the usual suspects -- magazines, adequate cleaning and lubrication, possible thumb touching the slide, etc. (Limp wristing can be a factor too). Good luck!