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Ortgies 32acp
spasmcreek
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a friend has one of these that were of advanced design, quality construcion with few parts and well sealed....old pistol but is in good shape and belonged to his dad....i wanted to know if there was a brand of ammunition one should favor or stay away from for this...ball ammo or hp ??? any info appreciated to pass along....Thanx..
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Given the age of the Ortgies, and the unknown round count. Urge him not carry it, with a round in the chamber. With just the safety engaged. I heard a story years ago of a Ortgies firing. Because of failure, of the internal safety mechanism.
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It's been many years, since I owned a Ortgies 32. My understanding regarding their internal problems. Causing them to discharge inadvertently. Is that when cocked, with a round in the chamber. The only thing restraining the striker/firing pin mechanism. Is the grip safety.
If that is worn or breaks, that all she wrote. Given that the Ortgies pistols are at least 90 years old. I wouldn't have a heck of s lot of faith in the grip safety. Don't carry it, loaded with a round in the chamber,
Sprint
Magazines can often be tuned to specific ammo or try different ammo to see what it likes. It doesn't take much damage to render a magazine less than reliable.
These pistols can often have firing issues as noted. There might replacement parts made with more modern steel and heat treatment.