Sig 232

[fcthompson]

Just cleaned my SIG 232 for the first time (new pistol) and after the slide was removed there is a piece on the left side of the frame above the decocker which will loosen when touched. There appears to be a spring attached and it appears to be a part of the decocking mechanism. I am familiar with semi auto disassembly and have never seen a 'loose' piece after slide removal on any other weapon.

Thoughts?

The pistol is a good shooter, so this may just be 'the way it is'.

Thanks anyone.

 

[usp9]

That is the slide catch that holds the slide open after the mag is emptied. The movement is normal... a bit annoying, but normal. I just keep a finger on it when cleaning. Enjoy your new P232.

 

[P7]

Yeah. I've had that catch come loose while cleaning. Just hold it in place while working on the gun.

 

[Strahley]

Call me crazy, but I would probably call SIG instead of asking people on an internet message board

 

[AK103K]

Yeah, dont lose that, its also the ejector.

 

[smallbore]

Ditto what usp9 posted.

 

[J2FLAN]

Yea, it is made that way. Good idea to look how the spring sits, It took me a few minutes when I first feild stripped it and the catch came off. also on the right side the same is true with the trigger bar and spring. I find it is easier to remove them befor cleaning, easier than trying to hold them in place.

 

[fcthompson]

Thanks Guys. I appreciate the help.

Sincerely