Posted: 3/6/2011 12:27:36 PM EDT
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Hey guys, I've mixed up my springs. I normally shoot a 12 pound Wilson Combat recoil spring, instead of the stock 16 pound spring from Springfield. I've now got them mixed up and can't tell the difference.
There is a 1/4 inch difference in length, but the # of coils/inch is different too. Can someone with a #12 Wilson Combat recoil spring measure it and let me know the length? Thanks guys. |
| After a recoil spring has been installed in a pistol for a while it will compress somewhat and shorten. 12 lb is for reduced power loads like 200 gr semi wad cutters for bullseye competition and 16 lb for regular loads. You should be able to tell the difference by installing each spring and slowly pulling the slide back. |
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I thought that the factory springs were 18.5 lbs or something? Factory spec is 16lbs. Most gunsmiths recommend an 18.5lb spring. You should only be running a 12lb spring with a gun with a compensator or only with reduced power loads. In a stock gun with factory spec ammo you're going to be battering your slide and frame with factory spec ammunition using a 12lb spring. |