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S&W Revolver Firing Pin Kit - S&W J/K/L/N-Frame Revolver Firing Pin Kit
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SKU: 100042879
Overview
This kit is intended for modern Smith & Wesson revolvers with a frame-mounted firing pin in J-, K-, L-, and N-Frame configurations. It pairs a revolver firing pin with a reduced-power return spring, a setup aimed at reducing the chance of light strikes, especially in revolvers that have had high-performance trigger work. The intended use spans duty/carry and competition, making it a practical option for shooters who want a purpose-built internal upgrade. It is not for rimfire model revolvers.
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Duty/carry Use
Competition applications
Includes Firing
Pin and reduced-power return spring
Intended Reduce
Probability of light strikes
Compatible Modern
Modern Smith & Wesson J-,
Works Frame-mounted
Frame-mounted firing pin revolvers
Key Features
- Designed for duty/carry use and competition revolver setups.
- Includes one revolver firing pin and one reduced-power return spring.
- Intended to reduce the probability of light strikes.
- Works with modern Smith & Wesson J-, K-, L-, and N-Frame revolvers with frame-mounted firing pins.
- Not for use in rimfire model revolvers.
Best Used For
- Smith & Wesson revolver owners with modern J-, K-, L-, or N-Frame models and frame-mounted firing pins
- Shooters setting up a revolver for duty or carry use with compatible centerfire models
- Competition users seeking a firing pin kit for revolvers with high-performance trigger action work
- Owners replacing parts on modern Smith & Wesson revolvers who need the included return spring
- Users with rimfire Model Revolvers should not choose this kit
Specifications
| Compatible Firearm Type | Smith & Wesson revolvers with a frame mounted firing pin |
|---|---|
| Compatible Frame Sizes | J-Frame, K-Frame, L-Frame, N-Frame |
| Firing Pin | Included |
| Included Items | 1 ea. Revolver Firing Pin; 1 ea. Reduced Power Firing Pin Return Spring |
| Intended Use | Duty/carry applications; competition |
| Not Compatible With | Rimfire Model Revolvers |
| Purpose | Designed to reduce the probability of light strikes, particularly in revolvers with high-performance trigger action work |
| Reduced Power Firing Pin Return Spring | Included |
Pros
- Designed for duty/carry use and competition applications
- Includes a firing pin and reduced-power return spring
- Intended to reduce the probability of light strikes
- Compatible with modern Smith & Wesson J-, K-, L-, and N-Frame revolvers
- Works with frame-mounted firing pin revolvers
- Includes two components in the kit
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for modern J-, K-, L- and N-Frame Smith & Wesson revolvers with a frame-mounted firing pin, so compatibility is limited to that platform.
- Not for use in rimfire model revolvers, which narrows its application to centerfire setups only.
- The reduced-power firing pin return spring is intended to reduce the probability of light strikes, but that tuning choice may not suit every revolver setup or trigger configuration.
- Kit contents are limited to one firing pin and one reduced-power return spring, so it is a focused replacement part rather than a broader revolver service kit.
Suggested Comparisons
- Revolver trigger and ignition parts
- Smith & Wesson revolver replacement parts
- Revolver spring kits
- Firearm maintenance and upgrade parts
Suggested Accessories
- Revolver maintenance kit
- Small parts organizer
- Gunsmithing tools
- Replacement springs
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Smith & Wesson revolvers does this firing pin kit fit?
It works with all modern Smith & Wesson J-, K-, L- and N-Frame revolvers that have a frame-mounted firing pin.
Is this kit compatible with rimfire revolvers?
No. The product is not for use in Rimfire Model Revolvers.
What comes in the kit?
The kit includes 1 revolver firing pin and 1 reduced power firing pin return spring.
What is this kit intended to do?
According to the product data, the firing pin and reduced power return spring are designed to reduce the probability of light strikes, especially in revolvers with high-performance trigger action work.
Is this meant only for competition use?
No. The product description says it is made for a wide range of use, including duty/carry applications and competition.