Does it really make a difference in reliability? In theory the rounded hammers like DPMS uses should be more reliable than the notched colt & bushmaster hammers. But has anyone noticed a practical difference?
Posted: 10/24/2010 1:24:00 PM EDT
[#1]
Makes a difference with 22 conversions. Rounded is best.
Posted: 10/24/2010 2:06:50 PM EDT
[#2]
Other than with a .22, I never had problems with a notched hammer.
But again, the system was designed with a FA carrier and rounded hammer. That's what I use in all mine.
Posted: 10/24/2010 2:07:59 PM EDT
[#3]
My .22 dedicated runs on a notched hammer with no issues. It is VERY reliable.
Posted: 10/24/2010 2:40:01 PM EDT
[#4]
The only reason to use a notched hammer is if you want your weapon to not work in certain situations. That's what it was designed to do.
Posted: 10/24/2010 7:00:03 PM EDT
[#5]
IIRC you need the rounded hammer with some 9mm conversions too.
Posted: 10/25/2010 6:10:12 AM EDT
[#6]
My Bushmaster has a notched hammer. I never had any problems with it.
Posted: 10/25/2010 3:24:01 PM EDT
[#7]
I prefer the rounded, no-notch hammers for the versatility. They run well in standard 5.56, 9mm and .22 applications.
