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PISTOL, 9 MM, SEMI-AUTOMATIC, MK3

EQUIPMENT INSPECTION AND EXAMINATION DATA

This instruction is authorised for use by command of the Chief of Army. It provides direction, mandatory
controls and procedures for the operation, maintenance and support of equipment. Personnel are to carry out any
action required by this instruction in accordance with EMEI General A 001.

l. EMEI Weapon A 229-1 – Inspection After

INTRODUCTION
Suspected Unauthorised Discharge;
General m. EMEI Weapon B 130 to B 139 Decade
Block – Pistol, 9 mm, Semi-Automatic,
1. This instruction details all criteria for the
MK3; and
inspection and examination of the Pistol, 9 mm, Semi-
Automatic, MK3, to establish its: n. LWP-G 7-4-15 – The Self-Loading Pistol,
9 mm, MK3.
a. completeness,
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b. operability, and SAFETY

c. useability.

Associated Publications
2. Reference may be necessary to the latest issue ENSURE THE WEAPON IS CLEAR.
of the following documents: INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFETY
a. EMEI Weapon A 010 – Safety with Weapons; PRECAUTIONS ARE DETAILED IN LWP-G
7-4-15. SAFETY WHEN WORKING WITH
b. Technical Regulation of Army Materiel WEAPONS IS DETAILED IN EMEI
Manual (TRAMM); WEAPON A 010.
c. EMEI Weapon A 120 – Standard Repair SAFETY GLASSES ARE TO BE WORN
Times for Armaments; DURING THE STRIPPING AND ASSEMBLY
d. EMEI Weapon A 131-2 – Weapons and OF COMPONENTS UNDER SPRING
Associated CES Stores, Protective Finishes TENSION.
and Painting;
INSPECTION FOR USEABILITY
e. EMEI Weapon A 144-1 – Lubrication
Preservation and Storage of Small Arms, General
Machine Guns, Mortars and Weapons CES;
3. The following is to be noted:
f. EMEI Weapon A 159 – Weapon Controlled
Repair Parts; a. The MK3 Pistol is a ‘Principal Item’. Only
the WSRF, DNSDC, is authorised to
g. EMEI Weapon A 159-1 – Demilitarisation dispose of a complete MK3 Pistol after
of Small Arms and Army Armaments; confirmation from the NFM.
h. EMEI Weapon A 180 – Serial Numbering b. A MK3 Pistol classified ‘XX/Z’ is to be
of Small Arms and Army Armaments; returned to DNSDC, complete with full CES.
i. EMEI Weapon A 181 – Serial Numbering 4. An inspection or examination normally adopts
of Weapon Controlled Parts in an the following sequence:
Operational Theatre or on Peace Keeping
Operations; a. safety check;

j. EMEI Weapon A 228 – Small Arms and b. serial number and proof mark inspection;
Machine Gun Barrels, Inspection and c. gauging procedures;
Examination Data;
d. visual inspection procedures;
k. EMEI Weapon A 228-1 – Small Arms and
Machine Gun and Miscellaneous Armament e. inspection for useability of the separate
Equipment, Examination and Inspection; groups or assemblies, as detailed in Tables 2
to 5;

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f. function tests, as detailed in Paras 30 to 42; proof mark, as shown in Figure 1. Proof marks are
and located at the following positions:
g. classification. a. Frame – front edge of the trigger guard;
b. Slide – centre rib on underside of the slide;
PARTS COMPATABILITY
and
5. Due to weapon configuration requirements, all
c. Barrel – above the Registered Number,
Pistol, 9 mm, Semi-automatic, L9A1 weapon parts are
locking cam or on the barrel socket.
compatible, and may be used as repair parts for the
MK3, with the exception of the following items: 11. Weapons that are not marked with a recognised
proof mark are to be classified ‘XX/Z’ and returned to
a. Slide Assembly L9A1; and
DNSDC for disposal, pending authorisation from NFM.
b. Barrel Assembly L9A1.
6. Various components have been upgraded to
improve weapon performance and reliability. Some
difficulty may be experienced during repairs or
inspection in fitting some new components.

INSPECTION
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General
7. Definition. Inspection is a careful and critical
scrutiny of an equipment to ascertain the standards of
maintenance, repair and adjustments necessary,
modification state, and accuracy of equipment records
or documents, to ensure the equipment will function in a
safe and efficient manner. The use of tools and gauges
should be limited to those on unit entitlements.
8. Paras 12 to 22 detail the standards that are to
apply when the weapon is inspected for useability. Figure 1 – Recognised Proof Marks
Weapons that do not comply with these standards are to
be classified ‘XX’. GAUGING PROCEDURES

Special Tools and Gauges General

9. The special tools and gauges necessary to 12. Paras 12 to 17 detail the gauging procedures for
perform the operations detailed in this instruction are Light, Medium and Heavy Repair levels. Pistols that fail
listed in Table 1, with entitlements detailed in Block any part of the inspection for useability are to be
Scale 2402/08. The gauges can be identified by the classified ‘XX’. Table 5 details the gauging to be
schematics shown in Figures 2 and 3. applied when examining the pistol.
13. All gauge tests are to be conducted each time
Recognised Proof Marks the pistol is inspected to determine the condition and
10. Barrels, slides and frames are proofed useability of the pistol.
components that have to be stamped with a recognised

Table 1 – Special Tools and Gauges

Serial NSN Designation

1 5220-99-960-0224 Gauge, Plug, 0.352 inch dia, MK2 (No-Go)

2 5220-99-960-0225 Gauge, Plug, 0.347 inch dia, MK1 (Go)

3 6625-66-147-0020 Gauge, Digital force, 20 kg

4 1305-66-027-7028 Inspection Cartridge, 9 mm, U, MK1, Aust

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with the proper functioning or obscure the

true condition of the parts.
b. All graduations, lettering and serial numbers
must be present and legible. The slide and
barrel numbers must match the serial
number engraved on the frame.
c. All components are to be fully functional
Figure 2 – Straightness of Bore Gauge and free from rust, burrs and pitting that
may affect the functioning, accuracy and
safety of the weapon.
d. The bore must be free from excessive
erosion, bulges, puckering and pitting of the
lands and grooves. Rusty or fouled barrels
are to be cleaned in accordance with EMEI
Weapon A 228.
e. The locking piece must be secure and not
damaged or broken.
f. All alloy components are to be treated in
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accordance with EMEI Weapon A 131-2.

Engraving of Replacement Parts

19. Some Pistol, 9 mm, Semi-Automatic, MK3,
replacement parts may have serial numbers electric
etched or stamped at manufacture.
Figure 3 – Gauge, Digital Force, 20 kg
20. Weapons found to have electric etching or
stamped serial numbers on the frame and slide
Gauging Straightness of Bore
assemblies are to be classified ‘XX/BR’ and returned to
14. The Go Gauge Plug Bore (GPB 0.347 inch) DNSDC for disposal, pending authorisation from the
(Figure 2) is used to check the straightness of the bore. NFM.
15. To gauge the barrel, remove the barrel from the 21. Weapons found to have electric etching or
slide. Ensure the bore is clean and dry. stamped serial numbers on the barrel assembly are to be
classified ‘XX/Y’ for Medium Repair.
16. Hold the barrel horizontal and insert the GPB
into the chamber end of the barrel. With the free hand
Tampering or Unauthorised Modification
covering the muzzle, raise the barrel to the vertical
position and release the gauge and allow it to run the 22. Pistols must not show signs of tampering or
length of the bore. The gauge is to pass freely without unauthorised modification of components. ‘Tampering’
assistance. If the GPB does not pass due to carbon or is interfering for the purpose of altering, damaging or
metal fouling, thoroughly clean the bore, in accordance misusing. Not Fair Wear (NFW) action is to be taken
with EMEI Weapon A 228. Inspect for bending or when pistols are found defective through apparent
defects and repeat the test. tampering. The following parts are likely to be tampered
with:
17. Hold the barrel vertically, with the muzzle
upper most, attempt to lower the Gauge Plug Bore (GPB a. Sear Nose and Hammer Bent. Removal of
0.352 inch) (Figure 2) into the barrel. The gauge must metal from these components in an attempt
not be able to enter the muzzle. If the gauge enters, a GI to produce a ‘competition pull-off’.
42 and a ‘Do Not Use – XX’ tag (AD210), is to be
b. Sear Spring and Hammer Spring. A
attached to the barrel. Classify the barrel ‘XX/BR’ and
lighter trigger pull is sought through
return to DNSDC for disposal action.
bending sear springs or shortening hammer
springs.
Visual Inspection
c. Tripping Lever. Shortened so it protrudes
18. Carry out a visual inspection by proceeding as
less than 2.75 mm above the guide rails (see
follows:
Table 5, Serial 3).
a. The weapon is to be cleaned of all corrosion
d. Magazine Safety. Removal of the magazine
prevention compounds, grease, excessive oil
safety to allow the pistol to fire without a
and dirt or foreign matter that may interfere
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LUBRICATION equipment to establish classification of the

pistol.
General
b. Live Function Test. This test employs ball
23. Correct lubrication is essential to prevent ammunition to confirm diagnosis, accuracy,
corrosion, premature wear and to maintain the designed safety or classification of the pistol.
Rate of Fire (ROF). Excessive lubrication can cause
stoppages by either sand or dirt retention or ROF Circumstances Requiring Function Testing
becoming too high. EMEI Weapon A 144-1 and
31. It is not mandatory, nor necessary, to conduct
LWP-G 7-4-15 should be read in conjunction with this
dry or live function tests for supply stock, MAS,
section.
periodic and routine inspections.
24. Normal Conditions. Under normal conditions
32. It is not mandatory to conduct live function
the gun is to be lubricated in accordance with LWP-G
tests, but it may be necessary to conduct dry function
7-4-15.
tests, prior to or after the following:
25. Sandy Conditions. When firing in dry sandy
a. workshop inspection or examination,
conditions, clean the pistol and do not oil. Oil will
attract dust and cause jamming and increase the wear on b. initial inspection on receipt of new
the mechanism. Magazines are to be emptied, stripped weapons,
and cleaned of any grit to prevent malfunctions.
c. repair tasks to furniture or components that
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26. Cold Conditions. In cold conditions, use do not affect the action of the mechanism,
Lubricating Oil, Low Temperature, Weapons (O158),
NSN 9510-00-292-9689. Apply as for normal conditions. d. where the fault diagnosis or classification
can be established without use of live
27. Unit Storage. Weapons returned to unit function tests,
armouries are to be lubricated for normal conditions in
e. when the pistol is repaired or inspected but
accordance with Para 24, using PX18 (CLP).
no accessible facility exists to conduct live
function tests, and
EXAMINATION
f. when sight alignment can be confirmed by
General sight test equipment.
28. Definition. The definition of an examination is 33. It is mandatory to conduct dry function tests
a close and critical scrutiny of a weapon, in order to during or after the following:
determine its condition and what satisfactory
a. inspection or examination of a pistol for
functioning, accuracy and safety can be expected. This
investigation of unauthorised discharge, in
involves the use of special tools and gauges.
accordance with EMEI Weapon A 229-1;
29. On completion of the examination, carry out the
b. repair to components that affect the action
following:
of the mechanism; and
a. Exchange all components where damage or
c. where the reported fault affects any
wear will impair the functional efficiency or
mechanical safety feature.
reliability of the weapon.
34. It is mandatory to conduct live function testing
b. If 60% of the protective finish is missing
prior to or after the following:
from the slide or frame, the weapon is to be
sentenced ‘XX/Z’ for Heavy Repair and a. repair by rebuild; and
refurbishment in accordance with EMEI
b. where safety is in doubt, when the reported
Weapon A 131-2.
fault cannot be duplicated or proven after
c. Component parts that have been replaced visual inspection, all related gauging,
with new components are to be classified measurement and dry function testing have
‘XX/BR’ and disposed of in accordance been completed.
with current instructions.
Dry Function Test
FUNCTION TESTS
35. The pistol is to operate smoothly and must feed,
30. Definitions. The terms used in this section are extract and eject without fault.
defined as:
36. Load a magazine with fully functional dummy
a. Dry Function Test. This test employs or inspection rounds and attach it to the pistol. Ensure
dummy or inspection cartridges, or sight test that it is securely retained by the magazine catch. Draw
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under the impetus of the return spring. If the round (2) no part of the pistol or hand is to touch
feeds incorrectly, carry out the following: the rest.
a. Weapon. Inspect the magazine catch for d. Number of Rounds
correct operation and wear.
(1) 13 rounds are to be fired from a fully
b. Magazine. Inspect the magazine catch loaded magazine. After the last round
recess for wear and distortion. is fired, the magazine platform should
trip the slide locking assembly and
37. Exchange faulty components as required.
hold the slide to the rear.
38. Feed a round into the chamber using a
(2) Remove the empty magazine, load and
magazine loaded with dummy or inspection rounds. Pull
fire a six-round magazine, ensuring
the slide sharply to the rear. If the extraction is faulty,
care is taken to maintain correct aim.
check the tension of the extractor against its spring, and
if weak, replace the spring. Check useability of the e. Pass. To pass accuracy, five out of six
claw, and replace if faulty. shots must fall within the rectangle.
39. For faulty ejection, examine the ejector for 41. Pistols failing the accuracy test are to be
breakage or wear. classified ‘XX/Z’ and returned to DNSDC for Heavy
Repair.
Live Function Test
42. Sight Adjustment. Sight adjustment is carried
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40. The pistol is to operate smoothly and must feed, out as follows:
extract and eject without fault. The test for functioning
a. Adjustment is obtained by moving the rear
and accuracy is to be carried out as follows:
sight laterally. A sight adjustment of 1.5
a. Range mm gives MPI shift of approximately
44 mm at 10 metres.
(1) 10 metres.
b. After adjustment, the rear sight should be
b. Target lightly staked if it is not securely held by the
(1) a light-coloured, plain target with dovetail. Ensure an even seating is obtained.
inscribed rectangle, 150 mm vertical
NOTE
by 100 mm horizontal;
The limit of lateral adjustment is reached when
(2) a black aiming mark, 50 mm vertical
by 50 mm horizontal, is to be the edge of the dovetail sight is in line with the
inscribed inside the rectangle; and edge of the dovetail seating in the slide.

(3) the centre of the bottom edge of the There is no vertical adjustment available for
aiming mark is to be at the middle of the front sight. No attempt to adjust the front
the rectangle. sight is to be made.

c. Position
(1) hold the pistol with an overlapping
grip with the firer’s forearm supported
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Table 2 – Examination – Slide and Barrel Group

Serial Component Required Standard Corrective Action

1 Barrel a. Serial number is legible. Replace. Classify ‘XX/Y’ for

Medium Repair.

b. Examine for cracking. If a barrel requires replacing the

pistol is to be classified ‘XX/Y for
Medium Repair.

c. Bends, bulges, puckers or cuts, as detailed in EMEI Weapon Replace.

A 228 is not allowed.

d. Excessive pitting, as detailed in EMEI Weapon A 228, is not Replace.

allowed.

e. Excessive wear on edges of locking lugs is not present. Replace.

f. Damage to operating faces of cam projection is not present. Replace.

2 Slide a. Serial number is legible. Classify ‘XX/Y’ for Medium repair.

b. Is free from cracks, excessive wear and damage. Cracking is permitted in the groove
of the slide until it reaches the
extractor roll pin hole. Replace
slide when the crack reaches the
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hole.

c. Slide is of the correct pattern (ensure MK3 type and not If slide requires replacing the pistol
L9A1) and guideways run fully on the body. is to be classified ‘XX/Y’ for
Medium Repair.

d. Locking recesses are to be free from wear or damage. Replace.

e. Breech face is not to be excessively ringed. Replace.

f. Barrel bush is to be secure in the slide. Replace.

3 Sear Lever a. Operates correctly, undamaged and is free to rotate and pin Replace.
arm fits flush to its recess.

4 Extractor a. Is secure, operates freely, and has adequate spring tension. Replace.

b. Extractor claw is free from damage or wear. Replace.

5 Firing Pin a. Firing pin spring and hammer spring are of the correct Replace.
pattern in accordance with EMEI Weapon B 148-4.

b. When firing pin is assembled and secured by locking plate, it Check assembly of firing pin,
functions correctly. spring and plate.

c. Firing pin head is not mushroomed. Replace.

6 Firing Pin a. Check for cracking, as detailed in EMEI Weapon B 149. Replace.
Retaining
Plate

b. The firing pin retaining plate must have the letter ‘M’ stamped Replace.
on it.

7 Return a. Spring length is to be between 105 mm and 115 mm. Replace.

Spring and
Guide

b. Return spring does not have burrs and sharp edges. One Replace.
end positively locates on the guide.

c. Return spring guide base is not damaged and is of the Replace.

correct pattern in accordance with EMEI Weapon B 148-4.

d. The return spring guide positively engages with the barrel As detailed in EMEI Weapon B
cam projection. 133.

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Table 3 – Examination – Frame and Trigger Assembly Groups

Serial Component Required Standard Corrective Action

1 Frame a. Serial number is legible. MK3 frames are not to be replaced

or re-engraved. Classify pistol
‘XX/BR’ and return to DNSDC for
disposal action, pending authority
from NFM.

b. Frame must not be damaged, fractured, distorted, or If frame is damaged, fractured,

screw threads stripped, and pin holes shall provide a distorted or screw threads stripped,
push fit for axis pins. the pistol is to be classified ‘XX/BR’,
and returned to the DNSDC for
disposal.

c. Guides are not excessively worn and free movement of As above.

the slide assembly.

d. Locking piece is to be secure. If locking piece is loose, cracked or

broken classify pistol ‘XX/BR’, and
NOTE return to the DNSDC for disposal
action, pending authority from NFM.
Secretion of oil from between the locking piece
and the body frame does not warrant
condemnation of the body frame assembly.
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e. Magazine catch is functioning. Replace.

f. Lanyard loop is to be secure. Replace in accordance with EMEI

Weapon B 143, Para 21. If lanyard
loop hole is excessively worn,
classify pistol ‘XX/BR’, and return to
DNSDC for disposal action.

g. Pistol grips must seat evenly on the frame. Replace. Filing or remove of material
may be required until grips seat
evenly.

2 Hammer a. Inspect axis pin hole for wear. Replace.

b. Bents are not be chipped or worn. Replace.

c. Hammer spring and firing pin spring are of the correct Replace.
pattern in accordance with EMEI Weapon B 148-4.

d. Link axis pin is to be secure with ends flush with the Replace.
hammer.

e. Sleeve nut link is correctly assembled and pin retaining Replace.

fits inside its counterbore.

3 Sear a. Axis pin hole is not worn and functions correctly. Replace.

b. Bents are not be chipped or worn. Replace.

c. Sear spring is of the correct pattern in accordance with Replace.

EMEI Weapon B 133.

4 Ejector a. There is no distortion or chipping. Replace.

5 Safety Catch a. No chipping and the sear stud projection is to be secure. Replace.

b. All safety functions must be able to be performed from NOTE

both sides of the weapon.
Ambidextrous safety
catches are to be
replaced as a complete
assembly. This includes
the retaining spring pin
and hand grips.

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Table 3 – Examination – Frame and Trigger Assembly Groups (Continued)

Serial Component Required Standard Corrective Action

6 Trigger a. The trigger axis pin is secure and not loose in the frame. Replace. If new pin does not rectify
Assembly/ fault, classify pistol ‘XX/BR’ and
Tripping Lever NOTE return to DNSDC for disposal action,
pending authority from NFM.
The trigger axis pin is tapered, and therefore,
is to be inserted into the frame from left to NOTE
right. Roll pins are not to be
used.
b. Stop is not worn to an extent that a malfunction occurs. Replace.

c. Magazine safety and spring are to function correctly. Replace.

d. The tripping lever operates freely and is of the correct Replace

pattern in accordance with EMEI Weapon B 148-4.

Table 4 – Examination – Magazine

Serial Component Required Standard Corrective Action

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1 Magazine a. Is not dented to the extent that the spring and Replace.
Body platform do not move freely.

2 Platform a. Platform is not worn or cracked. Replace.

3 Magazine a. The magazine spring is not deformed or corroded. Replace.

Spring

b. Function is to be checked with drill rounds. Replace.

4 Baseplate a. Check the base plate is secure on the flanges of the Replace the base if it is not secure on
case. the flanges of the case.

5 Lips a. Check if lips of the magazine are between 9.04 mm Replace if magazine lips are not
and 9.25 mm apart (measurement is to be taken at between 9.04 mm and 9.25 mm.
the highest point).

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Table 5 – Gauging and Safety Arrangements

Serial Component Examination Corrective Action

1 Barrel a. Go Gauge, Plug, 0.347 inch – must pass through the Classify ‘XX/Y’ for Medium Repair.
length of the bore.

b. No-Go Gauge, Plug, 0.352 inch – check for belling of the Classify ‘XX/Y’ for Medium Repair.
muzzle, gauge must not enter from the muzzle end.

2 Sear/Safety To ensure positive engagement of the sear in the hammer Reduce the clearance by the selective
Catch bent, the clearance between the projection of the safety catch fitting of the sear, sear axis pin and
Clearance and the sear is to be gauged. safety catch.

a. Remove the magazine and both grips, slide and barrel If after fitting new components the
assembly. pistol fails to meet the requirements of
test detailed in Serial 2, Para d,
b. Cock the hammer until the sear engages its full bent. classify weapon ‘XX/BR’ and return to
DNSDC for disposal action, pending
c. Apply the safety catch.
authority from NFM.
d. Gaining access through the right hand grip, attempt to
insert a 0.5 mm (0.020 inch) feeler gauge between the
projection of the safety catch and the sear (Figure 4).
The clearance is excessive if the feeler gauge can be
inserted.
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3 Tripping The following procedure is to be used to inspect the tripping

Lever Profile lever for profile and height:
and Height
a. Field strip the pistol.

b. Place magazine in pistol.

c. Viewed from the right hand side of the pistol frame, pull
the trigger fully rearward and maintain that pressure.

d. The top surface of the tripping lever must be flat and Filing or stoning to achieve the correct
Parallel to the guide rails of the pistol frame. A radius of height and radius profile may be
0.5 mm is to be formed on the upper rear edge of the required to modify the tripping lever.
tripping lever.

e. The tripping lever must protrude above the guide rails to Replace.
a height of 2.9 ± 0.15 mm.

4 Tripping The following procedure is to be used to inspect the tripping Ensure the tripping lever height is
Lever lever clearance: between 2.9 ± 0.15 mm.
Clearance

a. Field strip the pistol. Ensure the trigger stop is not

excessively worn or distorted.
b. Assemble the slide, less barrel, return spring and guide to
the frame, and pull the slide to the rear.

c. Insert an empty magazine and with the trigger pressed, If clearance cannot be achieved,
ease the slide forward. Observe that the tripping lever classify pistol ‘XX/Y’ for Medium
freely enters the sear lever recess until it contacts the repair.
front of the sear lever.

5 Hammer To ensure that the hammer does not strike the firing pin when If clearance is insufficient, selectively
Clearance a cocked pistol is accidentally dropped onto its hammer, a fit hammer, sear, sear pin and safety
clearance between the striking face of the hammer and the catch. If 0.45 mm clearance is still not
rear of the firing pin is to be present when the sear is engaged obtainable, replace the hammer.
in the safety bent. To gauge this clearance, proceed as
follows: If repairs were necessary to achieve
hammer clearance, retest
a. Pull back the hammer to engage the sear in its safety sear/safety catch clearance, as
bent (half cock). detailed at Serial 2.

b. Gauge the gap between the striking face of the hammer

and rear of the firing pin with a 0.45 mm (0.017 inch)
feeler gauge (Figure 5). The gauge must pass freely.

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Table 5 – Gauging and Safety Arrangements (Continued)

Serial Component Examination Corrective Action

6 Magazine To avoid damage to the magazine platform when the pistol is

Clearance operated with an empty magazine, there must be a clearance
between the magazine platform and the underside of the
breech face.

a. Fit an empty magazine to the pistol and pull the slide to

the rear until the holding open device operates.

b. Holding the slide under control against the return spring,

disengage the holding open device and allow the slide to
move forward.

c. Check that the lower front edge of the breech face clears
the magazine platform.

If there is no clearance and the magazine fouls the underside

of the breech face, check the following:

a. Magazine lips are not distorted and the feed angle is Springs incorrectly assembled in the
correct. magazine body can produce an
incorrect feed angle.
b. The magazine catch recess in the casing is free from Repair or exchange as necessary.
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burrs or damage.

c. The magazine catch is fully functional. Repair or exchange as necessary.

d. The underside of the breech piece is free from burrs or Remove small burrs.
damage. If breech face damaged, replace slide.
Classify pistol ‘XX/Y’ for Medium
Repair.

7 Sear Nose a. With the slide and empty magazine assembled and the Defective components are to be
and Hammer hammer in the fully cocked position, apply the safety catch. replaced.
Bent test.
b. Press the trigger and, at the same time, apply forward
pressure to the comb of the hammer.

c. The nose of the sear should remain in positive engagement

with the full bent of the hammer.

d. Release the pressure on the hammer and trigger, disengage

the safety catch and again apply forward pressure to the
hammer.

e. The hammer should remain fully cocked.

f. Should the hammer move from full cock to half cock during
any of the above, a worn hammer bent or sear is indicated.

8 Security of With slide and empty magazine assembled: Defective components are to be
Half Cock replaced.
Test a. Draw back the hammer sufficiently to allow the sear to
engage in the first bent of the hammer.

b. Apply pressure to the trigger.

c. Should the sear disengage from the first bent, a worn

sear nose and/or first bent of hammer is indicated.

9 Trigger Pull The trigger pull is to be smooth and precise, using the digital Adjustment is made by component
force gauge (Figure 3), inspect as follows: exchange only. Phosphate can be
carefully scraped from the sear nose if
a. Fit an empty magazine to the pistol, cock the weapon it is thought to be causing drag. No
and fit the gauge to the trigger. metal is to be removed.
b. Support the pistol on a firm surface and pull the gauge in
line with the direction followed by the finger when firing.

c. The trigger pull is to be a minimum of 20 N (2 kg).

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Figure 4 – Sear/Safety Catch Clearance

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Figure 5 – Hammer Clearance

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