P.08 safety adj. 101

G.T. · 12-16-2021, 02:24 AM

Hi to all! This little bit of instruction is for the shade tree Luger mechanic and is probably not the correct proceedure for the purest?
But, I know, some of you guys are tryng to put together, or trying to revise, shooter Lugers. This thread is for you!
Now don't use this method for collectible all matching guns? You shouldn't have to, as this was already addressed at the factory when initially assembled and it is another reason small parts are numbered. But if you need to install a NOS or a take off part, this is again, for you.

Now that we're past all the disclaimer BS, lets address the problem, which is a super tight safety? The criteria being you can't work the safety without changing your hold or grip on the pistol. In fact, it is tough to work the lever when you have it in hand, not even trying to shoot it, or render it safe?
The revision for this problem can be addressed in two stages. First, you need to dissamble the safety and remove the safety bar.
Then, reassemble the safety lever and retaining pin WITHOUT the safety bar. The lever is, in itself, a spring. So you can take the lever back out, or even adjust it on the gun with the correct tools. But, you need to end up with the lever moving freely, and positively indexing the detents, in both directions. At this point re-install the safety bar and check for function. If still tight, you need to come through the other side of the frame, and with a plastic or wood dowel and a small hammer, you need to hit the junction of the safety lever and safety bar which will adjust the safety bar and lever outwards from the frame. Check it every time, and don't overdo it. A little bit of force goes along way towards improvement and / or cure of the issue... Let me know if this helps, I only discovered this technique a few weeks ago... Best to all, til.....lat'r.....GT...

BTW, all my adjustments, (bending or forming) are done with plastic or wood impliments, when super stubbron, aluminum or brass works well... never steel tool without jaw face protection!

12-16-2021, 02:24 AM	#1
G.T. Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Chandler Arizona Posts: 3,485 Thanks: 1,283 Thanked 3,581 Times in 989 Posts	P.08 safety adj. 101 Hi to all! This little bit of instruction is for the shade tree Luger mechanic and is probably not the correct proceedure for the purest? But, I know, some of you guys are tryng to put together, or trying to revise, shooter Lugers. This thread is for you! Now don't use this method for collectible all matching guns? You shouldn't have to, as this was already addressed at the factory when initially assembled and it is another reason small parts are numbered. But if you need to install a NOS or a take off part, this is again, for you. Now that we're past all the disclaimer BS, lets address the problem, which is a super tight safety? The criteria being you can't work the safety without changing your hold or grip on the pistol. In fact, it is tough to work the lever when you have it in hand, not even trying to shoot it, or render it safe? The revision for this problem can be addressed in two stages. First, you need to dissamble the safety and remove the safety bar. Then, reassemble the safety lever and retaining pin WITHOUT the safety bar. The lever is, in itself, a spring. So you can take the lever back out, or even adjust it on the gun with the correct tools. But, you need to end up with the lever moving freely, and positively indexing the detents, in both directions. At this point re-install the safety bar and check for function. If still tight, you need to come through the other side of the frame, and with a plastic or wood dowel and a small hammer, you need to hit the junction of the safety lever and safety bar which will adjust the safety bar and lever outwards from the frame. Check it every time, and don't overdo it. A little bit of force goes along way towards improvement and / or cure of the issue... Let me know if this helps, I only discovered this technique a few weeks ago... Best to all, til.....lat'r.....GT... BTW, all my adjustments, (bending or forming) are done with plastic or wood impliments, when super stubbron, aluminum or brass works well... never steel tool without jaw face protection!