Many Stainless guns do tend to exhibit the "grey paste" syndrome until broken in and the parts mate to each other. I always give a new gun a through cleaning and inspection before I shoot it, and I keep it very well lubed during the initial break-in. The trigger may smooth up with a little use, and cleaning and lubrication may be helpful here as well.
The mag catch is stiff but positive on my XSE as well - again, unless it actually prevents mag insertion I would use it a while and see if it slicks up on it's own.
As for sharp edges - yes, Colt does not yet provide their guns with a "carry bevel" package from the factory. A gun looks better with crisp edges - it does not feel better, however. An area that can be improved on, for most people's taste, anyway.
Let us know how it smooths up after 500 rounds - I suspect it may be "just right".
Warmly, Col. Colt
"Beware of Counterfeits and Patent Infringements"
[This message has been edited by Col. Colt (edited 07-02-2001).]
The mag catch is stiff but positive on my XSE as well - again, unless it actually prevents mag insertion I would use it a while and see if it slicks up on it's own.
As for sharp edges - yes, Colt does not yet provide their guns with a "carry bevel" package from the factory. A gun looks better with crisp edges - it does not feel better, however. An area that can be improved on, for most people's taste, anyway.
Let us know how it smooths up after 500 rounds - I suspect it may be "just right".
Warmly, Col. Colt
"Beware of Counterfeits and Patent Infringements"
[This message has been edited by Col. Colt (edited 07-02-2001).]
