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jcorl:
Has anyone noticed the common breaking point location of the WW11 HSc?  I have found a high percentage at upper right, rear slide grove location cracks.  Does anyone equate that to a design flaw or just perhaps hot loads in an old gun.  It seems a bit common in my inspections. 
 
Jim
 
 

Warbird:
Interesting observation, Jim.  I was reviewing stress points on the rear of the Slide and the only thing I can see is behind the Firing Pin when it cocks the Hammer.  Seems to me if hot loads were used and damage resulted, it would be evident at the front of the Slide around the Barrel Bushing area since that's where it would take the hardest hit.  Maybe I don't understand the location you're describing.  Sounds like you're talking about the rear end of the Slide Rail groove.  Is that it?

jcorl:
The slide grove is broken into a front and a rear section.  I am finding the rear of the front slide grove to be damaged more than any other location.  I would think the rear slide grove would take the full affect of the recoil, so I don't understand the failures located in the front section.  It would seem this area of the slide would be safer from damage.  I see it on the right, but not the left side at all.  I would agree, it is an odd location to be for a frame failure.  Every gun I buy that is the first place I check out.
 
Jim
 
 

Like_Old_Guns:
Jim, any chance you can post photos of the area you are describing?  I'm interested to learn.  Thanks,

jcorl:
Let me see, if I can upload attachment.  I have not tried that yet.  The fracture starts as a hair line, then proceeds into an obvious separation both above and below the slide guide.  It also makes the gun difficult to break down.  If you are having a problem with the slide not moving forward on take down be sure and look at this location.  I have seen the slide hang up on that fracture line/separation within the right side guide.     Looking for a good photo now on my files.  Will do my best to post one as soon as possible.
 
Jim

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