BEGINNERS: Basic Parts Of A Semi-Auto Handgun
By G. Halek
Not all semi-automatic handguns are built the same. There are different eras of pistols, different configurations, firing mechanisms, etc. In this article, I’m going to attempt to break down the basic parts of most conventional semi-automatic handguns for a quick, easy reference for those needing a very basic resource.
In general, I recommend getting into the habit of always checking the chamber visually and manually to ensure no round is present prior to breaking down a pistol into its basic parts.
Because there are so many different semi-automatic handguns out there on the market, it would be virtually impossible to cover them all in the space of a single article. I will take some notable examples and go from there.
Double Action Only Basic Parts
When you purchase a handgun, you’ll find a manufacturer’s guide to that make and model of pistol. In that guide, you’ll find a basic breakdown of the pistol for the consumer.
For the Sig Sauer P250 — which is no longer in production if I’m correct — there are seven basic parts you’ll see in a basic take-down.
- Upper receiver
The upper receiver houses the barrel, recoil spring and recoil pin.
- Lower receiver
The lower receiver houses the trigger assembly, take-down lever, …Read the Rest
Source:: Concealed Nation
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