So what’s the deal with pre lock?

[SirBannedAlot]

seems like people are obsessed with pre lock smiths. I have never owned one. All of mine had the locks, and I never worried about it. Tossed the key in the box, and didn’t use it. Same way I don’t use a safety on a carry pistol.

I researched a bit and some of it seems to be an unfounded concern of the lock engaging under recoil, despite there not being an actual verified case of that ever happening over a decade and a half.

So what gives?

 

[Cadcom]

Same as series 70 vs Series 80 Colts. Different strokes for different folks.

 

[SirBannedAlot]

Same as series 70 vs Series 80 Colts. Different strokes for different folks.

Right, but is there some tangible reason, or just the typical crusty old gun owner deciding on one as “his team” and digging in his heels? Haha

 

[Cadcom]

Right, but is there some tangible reason, or just the typical crusty old gun owner deciding on one as “his team” and digging in his heels? Haha

Pretty much a revolt against more unnecessary BS. Long the lines of the stupid cable lock that comes with every damn gun.

 

[SirBannedAlot]

I guess I never thought of it. Like a car that comes with child locks for the back window. I don’t have kids, so I don’t use them and it’s no skin off my nose...

 

[mcdougmd]

Unnecessary complication, added cost, reduced reliability due to more parts. All to satisfy some politicians, bureaucrats, and insurance company lawyers.

Older models just feel better, like broken in shoes.

 

[harrycalahan]

Cause who in their right mind wants a Hillary hole!

 

[SirBannedAlot]

Cost? Reliability? Any actual numbers to back that up? Or is that just rationalization for people rejecting what they consider the nanny state?

My suspicions that this was an ideological issue seems to be getting confirmed...

 

[Porter Rockwell]

I prefer revolvers without the safety lock, but would not hesitate to buy one with if it was a good deal. To me, it’s just one more thing that can go wrong with the gun. I’m also not the guy who adds a lot of accessories to my guns...just more things to go wrong when Murphy shows up. Simpler the better.... that’s why I prefer Glocks, 1911’s and revolvers without safety locks.

 

[Please Delete]

the hillary hole is ugly.