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Walther PPK Loaded Chamber Pin Spring
copross
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Does anyone know how to replace the Loaded Chamber Indicator spring on a Walther PPK made in 1952? Will it require a gunsmith? Thanks!
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It doesn't require a gunsmith anymore than assembling a pistol from parts does. It just takes knowledge, understanding, and manual dexterity.
IF in doubt, take it to a smith.
Had it at the range and gun jammed. Found out the spring was broken and the inertia of the slide going forward forced the pin to go jam forward and hit the frame which kept the slide from closing.
Someone took it out for me and if I remember, you just twisted the safety and pulled it to the left and out. You have to remove the firing pin and spring also to get access. There's a little detent to watch for.
"I didn't know it was loaded" would be the first words out of someone's mouth after they accidentally shot someone. "I'm going to sue (your name here) for selling a defective gun" would come next from the victim.
I'm not saying I agree with the position, my approach is the gun is always loaded. Just pointing out what could be an unintended consequence, given our litigeous society.
It's a cheap part & an easy fix. I'd get it done.