OUTLET SHOP ITEM

1911 FIRING PIN STOP/ RETAINING PLATE      

1. Function: The firing pin stop serves as a block that retains the firing pin in the slide and prevents it from moving forward past the breech face until the trigger is pulled.

2. Location: The firing pin stop is located in the slide of the 1911 pistol, behind the firing pin and against the firing pin spring.

3. Material: Firing pin stops are typically made of durable materials, often steel or a similar alloy, to withstand the stresses associated with firearm operation.

4. Design: The firing pin stop is designed to allow the firing pin to move freely when the trigger is pulled, enabling it to strike the primer of a chambered cartridge. After firing, the firing pin stop engages to prevent the firing pin from moving forward unintentionally.

5. Maintenance: While the firing pin stop itself may not require frequent maintenance, ensuring that it is free of debris and functions properly during routine firearm cleaning and inspection is advisable.