What is the purpose of the mainspring housing latch on the back of the grip?
2007-02-26 16:34:31 · 2 answers · asked by jazzle151 2 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Other - Outdoor Recreation
The latch releases the mainspring. That's how you break the pistol down for thorough cleaning.
I have a Mark II and believe, it can be tedious.
The manual you should have gotten with the gun should explain how to break it down. If you don't have a manual, Ruger is very good about supplying them.
You can download a copy here:
http://www.ruger-firearms.com/Firearms/PS-InstructionManuals-PI.html
2007-02-26 16:50:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As mentioned it is to allow the gun to be broken down and cleaned. Using a paper clip or the flat edge of a screwdriver will open the latch to allow cleaning. Get the manual to see how to properly disassemble and re-assemble the Mark III as they can be a pain in the buttocks to get back together.
2007-02-27 09:03:26 · answer #2 · answered by Charles B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋