I have to agree with Tom on the small pocket pistol FTF/FTE issues. Basically, a semi-automatic pistol feeds and ejects from inertia. Small, light pistols have less mass to the slide and frame, so they tend to have more tendency for recoil. If the frame is not held solidly, then the slide doesn't have anything to work against, and in turn will be more likely to FTF/FTE. Many folks refer to this as 'weak wristing'.tbranch wrote:I currently carry an LCP on a daily basis. I have about 500 rounds through it with zero issues. It fires every time. At 30 feet I can keep the shots in an 8-inch circle.
I’ve also owned and carried the P3AT as well. My P3AT was flawless with about 500 rounds on it.
I tend the think the FTEs that plague some people are simply a poor grip on the weapon. I also think you have to remember these are not range guns.
When I hit the range I typically fire the rounds from both magazines (JHPs) and then a couple of magazines of FMJ. Once back at the house, it gets a through cleaning, a proper lubing, and the magazines get reloaded with JHPs.
Tom
I personally have experienced this when I get tired or just sloppy in my grip while shooting with my PM9 or other small pocket semi-autos. I very almost never get it with my 4 -5 inch larger framed guns, even with the lighter grip.