Extractor problem 1911 style gun

[bill_k_lopez]

I have a llama 9mm that was working great, but then I ended up breaking the tip off extractor. Cases won't extract now, and I thought it would be easy enough to replace.

Went out, got a new 1911 9mm extractor, got it installed and still it doesn't grab the case and pull it out. Does the extractor require some finishing (especially to the end of the pin that grabs the case) in order to get it to function properly?

I'm about ready to take it in to a real gunsmith but thought I'd ask for an opinion here first.

[rero360]

Sounds like you might need a little more tension on the extractor, pull it out and bend it slightly, do it so the face of the extractor is facing you and you bend it and the other end towards you with the center going away. It may take a few tries to get it dialed in, but just do a little at a time until it extracts the cases.

[Mail Clerk]

I have a llama 9mm that was working great, but then I ended up breaking the tip off extractor. Cases won't extract now, and I thought it would be easy enough to replace.

Went out, got a new 1911 9mm extractor, got it installed and still it doesn't grab the case and pull it out. Does the extractor require some finishing (especially to the end of the pin that grabs the case) in order to get it to function properly?

I'm about ready to take it in to a real gunsmith but thought I'd ask for an opinion here first.

bill_k_lopez,

Your extractor needs more tension on the rim in order to extract the cartridge. Go to your Brownells catalog or internet and get the tool to fine tune the extractor. It's an easy job and since you have the tool it'll last you a lifetime.

Mail Clerk