[Greg1911]

How safe is it to carry a 70 series gov. model cocked and locked? What if I drop it?

 

[gm45]

I don't have any data, but I have heard of drop tests being done that you can probably access off the internet. I think one may actually be involved in the new California regulations. Best I can recall from what I've read, I think unless you drop it from a pretty high point (>6-ft?? Help me anybody who remembers the heights this has been tested from), and it lands directly on it's muzzle, about the only thing you'll need to do is pick it back up...oh, and blush.

 

[Wade]

It is safe to carry it what way. While possible, it is unlikely to discharge if dropped. If your conscience bothers you, put in an "extra-power" firing pin spring from Wilson or Wolff.

 

[jaydee]

Originally posted by Wade:
It is safe to carry it what way. While possible, it is unlikely to discharge if dropped. If your conscience bothers you, put in an "extra-power" firing pin spring from Wilson or Wolff.

The Extra Power spring, and a lighter, Titanium Firing Pin was the solution the FBI chose for their Springfields on this issue.

While not completely a problem, the overall feeling was it would improve the odds in the favor of safety.

Carrying a 1911 Cocked & Locked should not be a concern. If you are concerned, carrying it around unloaded for a while, and see if you can make the Safety snick off, and the hammer fall through normal activities, chances are, you'll find confidence and peice of mind.

I personally don't make a habit of dropping my guns, but if it did, I am not too concerned that they may simply "Go Off", it'd take alot for that to happen, and I'd sooner bet on Texas Ranger's to win the World Series this year, or maybe Lightening to Strike Diane Fienstien than my 1911 "Going Off".

Enjoy!

 

[Mus]

"I personally don't make a habit of dropping my guns."

lol thats what i was thinking. these things are kinda expensive to be spiking them onto the driveway

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[Masshole]

I wouldn't worry about it too much.If you do, go with the Wolf FP spring.