Picked up my new Witness today

Started by Patriot, June 17 2013 06:20:42 PM MDT

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4949shooter

Congrats, and best of luck with it.

Intercooler

I never have. I don't really think so since they aren't built tight-tight. Now my Dan Wesson was a different story!

Patriot

Quote from: REDLINE on June 24 2013 07:08:58 PM MDT
Is a Witness similar to a Glock in that they generally don't need a break in period?

I think the general consensus is that the higher end models don't need a break in period, but the standard steel models sometimes need 500 rounds or more before they start feeding reliably. That's my experience anyway. Most have reported similar results.

sqlbullet

My experience is like Reapers.  My full-size took about 300 rounds before it settled in and became dead nuts reliable.

During that time I also gave it a fluff and buff, swapped out the recoil spring with a 22# and the mag springs with +15%.

My Elite Match arrived, and got the recoil spring and +15% mags before it ever went to the range.  It ran flawlessly from day one.  Not sure if it was the extra TLC the elite guns get or the changes I made.

Both guns now have in excess of 4000 rounds through them.  And have been completely reliable with spec ammo in my hands.  I have seen a few FTF when training new shooters... I suspect "limp wrist".  And occasionally a new load doesn't run well.  Generally though that is limited to the Para.

REDLINE

Gun Control?  Oh yes, the theory that becoming a victim is somehow morally superior to defending yourself & your family.  Makes perfect sense.

Intercooler

The new Limited will be taken apart, cleaned, oiled and then proceed straight to the range for 200 Underwood  ;D

sqlbullet

Sounds like a plan.  Be sure to let us know how it goes.