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Vlim · 03-24-2003, 07:37 AM

Hi,

The chance of finding a matched numbered pin are actually quite good, since you only have to match the last 2 digits.

I have to disagree with not changing the firing pin, especially since many forum members have said that replacing a non-vented pin by a vented pin is a good safeguard against shooting mishaps.

Upgrading or swapping parts for shooter grade guns isn't a problem in my book. If you are changing parts to increase the collector's value of a gun, then you're walking a thin line....

My Dutch M11 got modified VOPO grips to preserve the original wood grips and to improve handling. A vented firing pin will replace the original non-vented pin, just as a safeguard.

There's also a good E-book that describes some ways to cushion the firing pin back with a piece of rubber. Anyone tried that?

03-24-2003, 07:37 AM	#3
Vlim Moderator Lifetime LugerForum Patron Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Europe Posts: 5,053 Thanks: 1,036 Thanked 3,990 Times in 1,205 Posts	Hi, The chance of finding a matched numbered pin are actually quite good, since you only have to match the last 2 digits. I have to disagree with not changing the firing pin, especially since many forum members have said that replacing a non-vented pin by a vented pin is a good safeguard against shooting mishaps. Upgrading or swapping parts for shooter grade guns isn't a problem in my book. If you are changing parts to increase the collector's value of a gun, then you're walking a thin line.... My Dutch M11 got modified VOPO grips to preserve the original wood grips and to improve handling. A vented firing pin will replace the original non-vented pin, just as a safeguard. There's also a good E-book that describes some ways to cushion the firing pin back with a piece of rubber. Anyone tried that?