Hi,
I'm new to shooting, and have a new Taurus PT1911. As this is my first 1911, first pistol, and first centerfire, I'm not quite sure what to expect, but I noticed some odd markings on the the ejected brass, along with some deformation:
And I was wondering if this was normal or the sign of some problem (or problem in the making). I didn't notice anything like this when shooting other calibers with friends, but this is my first .45ACP. I've tried searching the forum for "1911 brass" but didn't find anything. So far, I've no malfunctions/stoppages for the ~600 rounds I've put through it. The ammunition used was Remington UMC 230 FMJ.
I've checked the chamber to see if there was anything lodged there, but I didn't see anything protruding. I don't know if this relates, but I did notice some brass marks at the rear of the ejection slot:
If anyone could tell me what is going on, and whether this is normal for a 1911, I'd appreciate it. If I've left out any important information, let me know and I'll try to add it.
Thanks,
Siderite
I'm new to shooting, and have a new Taurus PT1911. As this is my first 1911, first pistol, and first centerfire, I'm not quite sure what to expect, but I noticed some odd markings on the the ejected brass, along with some deformation:
And I was wondering if this was normal or the sign of some problem (or problem in the making). I didn't notice anything like this when shooting other calibers with friends, but this is my first .45ACP. I've tried searching the forum for "1911 brass" but didn't find anything. So far, I've no malfunctions/stoppages for the ~600 rounds I've put through it. The ammunition used was Remington UMC 230 FMJ.
I've checked the chamber to see if there was anything lodged there, but I didn't see anything protruding. I don't know if this relates, but I did notice some brass marks at the rear of the ejection slot:
If anyone could tell me what is going on, and whether this is normal for a 1911, I'd appreciate it. If I've left out any important information, let me know and I'll try to add it.
Thanks,
Siderite