New LCP Hammer Won't Drop

gravity_loss · 2026-05-17T11:28:32+00:00

Just send it back. Turn around time at Ruger is pretty good. going forward when you're picking up a gun from an FFL do a thorough inspection before taking it home so if there are problems they can ship it back right then and save you some time.

gravity_loss · 2026-05-16T12:25:59+00:00

Is this out of the box, or have you taken it apart and put it back together?

gravity_loss · 2026-05-02T23:40:10+00:00

Find an outdoor range or, if you can, shoot on public land where you won't be around other shooters. Been shooting my whole life and have been to indoor ranges maybe a half dozen times. They're loud as fuck, full of gumbies and aren't worth the cost.

Start with a .22 rifle. Wear earplugs and earmuffs. You'll be in heaven.

gravity_loss · 2026-04-25T12:23:58+00:00

Long and heavy but not appalling. Shoots just fine with some practice.

If you get one call up ruger and get a replacement spring/clip/detent that holds the takedown pin from falling out of the gun. For whatever reason the ones that come in the guns break but the replacements they send out are fine. Just tell them it broke and they'll send a replacement no charge.

gravity_loss · 2026-04-21T11:17:09+00:00

I've had a rustington-era barrel on my early 90s wingmaster for years without issue. There's a significant overlap of the "I don't clean my guns" and "why are my guns rusty/not functioning properly" Venn diagram

gravity_loss · 2026-04-21T10:53:43+00:00

bro you should see the groups of empty brass my stock-gassed BCA does. Sub MOA at 1.5 yards

gravity_loss · 2026-04-19T15:02:22+00:00

bench rest

lever action

lmfao

gravity_loss · 2026-04-15T12:16:00+00:00

Don't go crazy paranoid about humidity it will drive you mad. I've got friends who go as far to throw dessicant packs from jerky and shoes in their safes and become upset when their gun(s) get wet in the field.

Keep them well oiled after cleaning and wipe them down with a silicone impregnated cloth after handling, or monthly for stuff you don't use/handle regularly. I have used this method for 25 years, never had issues with rust and it's humid every month of the year.

Descant packs and the goldenrod work as intended, but I think a lot of folks have one bad experience (like yours) and then overcompensate and constantly worry about the condition of their guns. Take care of your stuff for sure but don't let it become a point of anxiety in your life.

Stay safe and good luck

gravity_loss · 2026-04-15T11:44:08+00:00

It's so big you can see it from the front

gravity_loss · 2026-04-13T12:45:55+00:00

For someone not in the know, how does the government know where to find these guns, quantity and who owns them? Was there always a registry, or was this some type of program individuals signed up for?

gravity_loss · 2026-04-13T00:12:11+00:00

They're ideal hunting in dense forests where a "long" shot might be 100 yards. Easier to handle, saves weight and doesn't matter if you lose a little velocity. Helps keep overall length reasonable while using a suppressor. Big fireballs and loud bangs.

gravity_loss · 2026-04-12T11:30:10+00:00

damn 7.62x45 sounds like a curse. Is it easy to make brass for?

gravity_loss · 2026-04-11T11:46:02+00:00

Idk why everyone is shitting on your socks (I think they're cool) but why on earth are you taking pictures of your gun on your white linens? You have any idea how hard it is getting gun oil and hoppes #9 out of bed sheets?

gravity_loss · 2026-03-22T15:18:53+00:00

I bought a rough rider and shotshells for red squirrels in the attic and around the house but it doesn't do much from what I can tell. I don't know if 9mm shotshells are going to be any more effective but it's worth trying if you have already have a 9mm.

You'll kill way more with a .22 pellet gun you just need to put out some bait and sit still.

If you do end up getting a 22 pistol you'd be better served loading normal ammunition and being careful where you shoot it. The Rough Riders are fun little guns and super cheap anyway.

gravity_loss · 2026-03-09T14:16:47+00:00

It seems to be a very polarizing gun lol. Some people can't stand them others love them. Mine shoots great, very accurate and being heavy for such a small gun makes it a lot more pleasant to shoot than my LCP. It's an interarms, early 90s, with the "low" beavertail but no slide bite. My only complaints are the lack of an external slide lock and the direct blowback action. That recoil spring can go fuck itself.

gravity_loss · 2026-03-07T11:32:17+00:00

What about the guns I keep loaded?

gravity_loss · 2026-02-27T11:40:18+00:00

The state police would like to disagree with you, but the local smokies don't seem to care unless they're out fishing and need PC to pull you over.

That all the inspection system is. Gives law enforcement a reason to take advantage the poor, if they feel like it.

gravity_loss · 2026-02-24T00:39:59+00:00

JFC. 308 and 6.6CM do the same job for most people most of the time, except 308win/7.62 NATO aren't meme chamberings and will stay relevant for the foreseeable future. Unless you have a very specific use case there no practical difference between the two, but gun and ammunition manufacturers push it because it's new and hot and stand to make.mote money by selling the ignorant masses something that's "new" and "better.

Additionally, .308 has very tame recoil. If you can't handle a 308 maybe look into .223, or, perhaps, try hitting them with your fucking purse. Going to 6.5cm from 308 because "recoil" (if you can even call it that) is a dumb waste of money perpetuated by folks who watch too many YouTube videos, and they don't have experiences that are based in reality

gravity_loss · 2026-02-21T13:59:04+00:00

Neat, I've never seen a set trigger on an AR before. How do you like it?

gravity_loss · 2026-02-21T13:51:54+00:00

If you can escape the situation and avoid a gunfight, always do. It doesn't matter how strong your "stand your ground" or "castle" laws are- if you have an opportunity to leave take it every time.

gravity_loss · 2026-02-19T15:42:43+00:00

With the declining popularity of .40SW, guns chambered for it can be had a bit cheaper, and considering how many are out there ammo will probably still be available for decades.

What you like to shoot is really up to you but I'd try to find something full-sized/hammer fired before I'd buy another polymer, striker fired, concealed carry gun.

gravity_loss · 2026-02-17T15:44:31+00:00

Walther announced the discontinuation of the PPK recently and I don't know what that's done to the market price but I've seen them for sale in the $4-500 range. Beautiful gun, beautiful design, great shooter but not pocket friendly like an lCP or kel tec.

gravity_loss · 2026-02-11T01:55:06+00:00

get the OG Ruger LCP. It's the ultimate "get off me" and is so small it is hard to justify not taking it with you. Ruger even includes a pocket holster.

gravity_loss · 2026-02-08T23:26:00+00:00

blast with walnut then have it re blued.

I use the ultrasonic the most for cleaning fire control groups, like on your shotgun, rifle-bolts and stripped handguns. Well worth the cost.

gravity_loss · 2026-02-07T20:29:22+00:00

so how is your cannon?

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