May 11, 2019, 08:02 AM
ArtieS229/.40 Replacement Recoil Spring
Who makes the best replacement spring for a SIG 229/.40? Should I get the OEM, the Wolff, someone else?
Also, what weight should I go with? I don't have any problem cycling the slide, so I don't need a low power spring for ease of use. Will a heavier spring protect the frame better or is the standard weight the best?
Thank you.
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May 11, 2019, 08:34 AM
NipperI have used the standard Sig OEM RS in my P229 .40 since 1996. It handles SD ammo, ball and my mid-range reloads with no issues. Gun has over 48,000 rounds through it and looks nicely broken in.
I use standard weight Wolff in my 1911's. They also handle SD ammo, ball and my mid-range reloads with no issues. I've never owned a pistol that had a problem using the standard weight RS wiith all three classes of ammo.
Here's some Wolff info regarding selection of pistol RS's:
https://www.gunsprings.com/index.php?page=FAQGenerally, you'd use a heavier spring for continuous use of hotter (+P) loads. If you used very light bullseye-style reloads you might want a lighter spring.
May 11, 2019, 09:45 AM
ArtieSThanks. I use range ammo, reloads and a few SD rounds in my gun. Sounds like no need for a HD spring. I don't shoot heavy stuff through them.
June 09, 2019, 12:48 PM
smschulzWolfe is fine, I've used many in Sigs, HK's and just about every other brand handgun out there.