[mm2]

picked up my p380 at local ffl today. purchased on web as factory new, but there were 3 mags in box. 1 six in gun, another six in foam, and one 7 in foam. seems odd? i was expecting it be difficult to rack from everything i read, but it took me 10 trys and a rubber gripper to pull the slide open. won't be getting any stronger at my age.

 

[Toney]

Howdy, it will get a little easier.

 

[xsailer]

I hope it gets easier. I don't want to continue taking my granddaughter to the range to pull the slide for me. It's downright embarrassing.

BTW I got 3 mags also. All handguns should come with 3.

 

[ron54]

I hope it gets easier. I don't want to continue taking my granddaughter to the range to pull the slide for me. It's downright embarrassing.

BTW I got 3 mags also. All handguns should come with 3.

Oh man Bob..........

 

[xsailer]

What?? It's only until that damn spring loosens up.

 

[John70]

Welcome mm2. 3 mags? That's a good thing.:applause:

 

[mm2]

i appreciate the replies, but even need more therapy. it took all my strenght and ten minutes to pull the slide, just to the point of engaging the open lock. i obviously cannot shoot the gun yet, because i could never clear a malfunction or misfire. one gentleman on youtube suggests locking the gun open for a couple of days, to weaken the spring somewhat. your thoughts on that idea?

 

[Toney]

You might try this

 

[ron54]

I have heard the same thing......... Worth a try !!

 

[xsailer]

Yes it helps to rack slide and leave for several nights if you want. It did my CM.

 

[topgun1953]

Yeah, I got 3 myself about a month ago!

 

[ron54]

I hope it gets easier. I don't want to continue taking my granddaughter to the range to pull the slide for me. It's downright embarrassing.

Build up that arm strength......