I just acquired a DE 10mm in excellent condition. Im a big fan of the 10mm and believe it is one of the most versatile auto calibers around. With handloads I can poach in the 41 mag terrority or load up some fed "lites" making the DE a nice "plinker." I field stripped the weapon and to my discovery I found the recoil spring guide is made of (polymer) PLASTIC!
"The horror!!" [Marlon Brando in APOCOLYPSE NOW]
What was Colt thinking? No wonder these things get pummeled!! I totally believe the DE can be a fine, reliable, and durable weapon if properly setup. I also believe the stock recoil spring is a little weak for most full strength 10mm loads. The double recoil design I like but I think I can swap the outer spring with a Wolfs recoil spring. The question is, "What weight spring?" Will a stock 45 recoil spring guide work with the duel recoil spring setup? I am concerned because I dont want the gun to hammer itself to pieces as I understand the gun can do if left in stock configuration. I have heard of guys getting tens of thousands of rounds out of a 10mm if the right recoil system is used. Are shock-buffs and full length recoil spring guide a must? Any suggestions?
"The horror!!" [Marlon Brando in APOCOLYPSE NOW]
What was Colt thinking? No wonder these things get pummeled!! I totally believe the DE can be a fine, reliable, and durable weapon if properly setup. I also believe the stock recoil spring is a little weak for most full strength 10mm loads. The double recoil design I like but I think I can swap the outer spring with a Wolfs recoil spring. The question is, "What weight spring?" Will a stock 45 recoil spring guide work with the duel recoil spring setup? I am concerned because I dont want the gun to hammer itself to pieces as I understand the gun can do if left in stock configuration. I have heard of guys getting tens of thousands of rounds out of a 10mm if the right recoil system is used. Are shock-buffs and full length recoil spring guide a must? Any suggestions?