GBExpat
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As many in the thread have already stated, I have a number of additional CCW-capable handguns that I can use until I can source & replace the broken part(s).
Your go to self defense pistol - what spare parts do you keep
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Spare pistol, spare mags.
possum
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I keep spares of all the springs that my glocks use. Spare recoil springs, trigger springs, firing pin springs, slide stops, mag catch spring so forth and so on. I also keep spare ejectors and extractors as well as spring cups because they are evil little things that like to get missing when taking the firing pin assembly apart.
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pockets
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Same here.
I do not keep my garage stocked with spare parts for my vehicles either.
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RUT
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>>I don't have spare parts, I have spare guns.<<
I mean, doesn't everybody?
I mean, doesn't everybody?
CajunBass
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I've never needed a spare part so I've never bothered to keep them.
leadcounsel
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Generally, this ^^^
However, I am not opposed to picking up spare parts here and there where it is convenient, and I do have a few spare barrels for various guns. And lots of magazines.
Probably not a bad idea to buy spare parts like pins, extractors, hammers, springs, etc. My luck though that I would not be able to find them when I need them!
While having a second gun is gonna be the best answer, it doesn't occur to people that one might not be able to have 2 or 3 of the same guns laying around just in case. However another excellent reason to have extra guns is in case you were forced to use your ccw and it gets thrown into an evidence locker till doomsday
gamestalker
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I keep a few extra springs and firing pins, but that's about it. I've only had one of each break on me over the years so I don't think it's a serious concern for someone like me. But if I were shooting thousands of rounds on a regular basis, I would definitely be better prepared.
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JohnBiltz
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For my carry spare gun, spare RSA, spare extractor and spring. A good rule of thumb is if something breaks buy two of them so you have a spare. RSA and magazines are expendable items, you should always have extra expendables on hand.
TimboKhan
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I don't specifically stock spare parts, because like others have mentioned, I have multiple firearms. With that said, I probably have enough odds and ends to fix most common problems with most of my autos. I know for sure that I have a spare striker for my XD, though I couldn't tell you why or how I came to have that, and I know I have a couple of extractors somewhere. I do not have any parts at all for my revolvers.
sauer1911
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I shoot Sig 1911. I have a back up for my main comp shooter, and a back up for that one if it happens to go down too.
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bigfatdave
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My choice of an extra similar handgun would be covered by that.
possum
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If you shoot and or train enough you will eventually need spare parts. Or you will take several trips to fed ex to ship your guns back. Things break and things wear out. Not to mention that if you are a high volume shooter your guns need to be on a maintenance schedule. IE. when you reach rounds x,xxx you replace the recoil spring, when you reach round number xx,xxx you replace the trigger spring etc. It is called preventative maintenance. I do understand that most people do not reach that quantity of rounds in their guns but those that do typically have spare parts.
For example on my Glocks, at 5,000rds I replace my recoil spring and firing pin spring. At 10,000rds I replace the trigger spring, slide stop, mag catch spring etc. I just completed a 10,000rd service on My Glock 19 not too long ago.
I have spare guns also, but that doesn't mean there is no need for spare parts(for me).
Of course you could just send the gun back to the manufacturer and let them take care of it. Then you are out of a gun for a few days, or weeks , or months.
I have a Springfield xd service model in .40 S&W with 21,000rds through it. It broke twice on me. Yes, SA CS is excellent and did take great care of me. However, if I would have had the spare parts for it (which were hard to get at that time) I would have been able to fix it myself and put it back into service.
Another reason that I am Glock shooter now and have been for the last few years. Spare part are easy to find and they are easy to replace.
For example on my Glocks, at 5,000rds I replace my recoil spring and firing pin spring. At 10,000rds I replace the trigger spring, slide stop, mag catch spring etc. I just completed a 10,000rd service on My Glock 19 not too long ago.
I have spare guns also, but that doesn't mean there is no need for spare parts(for me).
Of course you could just send the gun back to the manufacturer and let them take care of it. Then you are out of a gun for a few days, or weeks , or months.
I have a Springfield xd service model in .40 S&W with 21,000rds through it. It broke twice on me. Yes, SA CS is excellent and did take great care of me. However, if I would have had the spare parts for it (which were hard to get at that time) I would have been able to fix it myself and put it back into service.
Another reason that I am Glock shooter now and have been for the last few years. Spare part are easy to find and they are easy to replace.
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My carry guns include J & K frame Smiths, Browning Hi-Powers, Glock 19s, and Kahr K9s. I don't keep spare parts but I do have a duplicate of every gun. Around town is one thing but if I'm going to be more than a few hours away from home I bring along the duplicate of whatever I'm carrying.
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