Heavy trigger on 1914 DWM Police 9mm

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Originally Posted by Karl

Stephen,

Mac Cat brings up a good point. If the side plate is not original to the gun then that could be the source of the very long trigger pull. The side plate is fitted to the gun. It must fit tightly against the frame. A loose side plate would cause a longer trigger pull. The problem with swapping the L-arm is that the replacement L-arm may have the same dimensions as the original, or it could even be a worse fit with more play. First, determine that the side plate fits tightly against the frame. Then inspect the side plate assembly for damage or "modification" by a previous owner, such as file marks or a non-original retaining pin. Doubs' suggestion is a sound potential fix.

Karl

The side plate is matching to the receiver. The only numbered part I have seen that is not matching is the firing pin, and that has one of the numbers the same and the other is obscured. I was told it was a numbers matching gun before I purchased it, I did not tear it down prior to purchase, just went with the visible markings.

Well, I am off to watch some youtube on JB weld and then to HD in the morning to get some along with some 600 and 1000 grit sandpaper.

Will add this to the list of gun repairs I have done to include fitting a WC ambi safety to my Kimber 1911.

Again, Thank YOu,

Stephen