Potential ammo feeding problem.

[Ironhide]

I am wondering if my XD-40 has an ammo feeding problem. When I rack the slide it feels like there is a rough spot around the loading ramp. It feels like the tip of the bullet is catching somewhere on the loading ramp. I have only fired 350 rounds through my XD. On the other hand my friends Glock 22 and his Sig don't seem to have a rough spot. Could there be a potential problem here or do I need to go and break it in more. I appreciate any advice you guys could offer.

[CmptrN3rd]

I think its normal because mine does that everytime with 3 different bullets. If you rack the slide and let it in slowly then it will seem like there is a problem but if you rack and then let it go it works fine. No damage to the bullet or chamber is apparent either.

[Slaytex]

1st lock the slide back, then jiggle the barrel, it should have a bit of play. Look and feel the point where the barrels feed ramp meets the frames ramp. It should be flush and smooth when the barrel is pushed back towards the ass end of the gun. Start with checking that.
hope this helps.

[hobocircus]

Ironhide

I am wondering if my XD-40 has an ammo feeding problem

Have you had any failures when firing?

When I rack the slide it feels like there is a rough spot around the loading ramp. It feels like the tip of the bullet is catching somewhere on the loading ramp.

You should be pulling the slide back and letting go firmly to chamber a round, you should never ride the slide home, slowly. If you are slowly chambering the first round, sure you will feel resistance. The nose of the bullet is working it's way into the chamber. Remember, let the slide and spring do the work in chambering your first round. You do your part being a safe and accurate shooter.

Good luck.

[hobocircus]

I think its normal because mine does that everytime with 3 different bullets. If you rack the slide and let it in slowly then it will seem like there is a problem but if you rack and then let it go it works fine. No damage to the bullet or chamber is apparent either.

why is this person attempting to answer questions, when they havn't even fired 1 shot from their own pistol yet?

[jeep2919]

He may not be experienced but at least it was an intelligible post. I give him credit for trying.

[CmptrN3rd]

Because this doesnt involve the round actually firing. This is a loading question.

[hobocircus]

pardon me I didn't know you are a skilled professional loader. Sheeesh!

[Snake-eater 1]

Originally Posted by hobocircus

why is this person attempting to answer questions, when they havn't even fired 1 shot from their own pistol yet?

He has 243 posts in one week--he must be an expert

[nikon777]

Originally Posted by Ironhide

I am wondering if my XD-40 has an ammo feeding problem. When I rack the slide it feels like there is a rough spot around the loading ramp. It feels like the tip of the bullet is catching somewhere on the loading ramp. I have only fired 350 rounds through my XD. On the other hand my friends Glock 22 and his Sig don't seem to have a rough spot. Could there be a potential problem here or do I need to go and break it in more. I appreciate any advice you guys could offer.

Awwwww the Klansman's gun no workie.