Posted: 5/20/2006 12:04:25 AM EDT
| I always wonder about this, when one about to store a GLOCK for a long period of time, with empty chamber and empty mag, is it better to dry fire it first so there's no tension on the striker spring and on the trigger spring? |
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Springs don't wear out from being tensioned or compressed for a long period of time. They wear out due to the action of cycling. Plus the springs aren't fully tensioned with the gun just being the fire ready position, they get their full tension while you are pulling the trigger. Personally, I clear the gun and pull the trigger as a visual indicator before storing, just as others have pointed out. But that doesn't mean anything, as I still clear it if I am doing anything to that gun. |
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It is critical to good marksmanship to dry fire as often as possible - ideal would be once a day which is what I strive for (though I manage only about 2-3 sessions of 20-30 min each per week). It does not matter if your goal is self defense at home, CCW, police, military, BullsEye, USPSA/IPSC, IDPA, GSSF or just owning a Glock, it is very important to dry fire & do it often. No, you will never hurt the gun doing that. Regards, D.C. Johnson |