To help put the spring back in there should be a small plastic rod in the top right hand corner of the case. Use this rod to guide the spring, it is still a pain but less of a pain with the rod.
PK380 is a nice gun, but the recoil spring and THAT F*CKING take down tool drives me nuts. They should release the next gen model without these issues and invent slide release on both sides of the gun. Then this gun would be perfect for self defense.
@megatronlv that spring really is a pain! i've gotten fairly quick at getting it back in, but when i took it apart for the first time i thought i was never going to get it back together!
try using a cleaning rod as an etention of the guid rod to compress the spring ill post a video to show the way its not hard and it makes things alot easier.
I'm gonna purchase a pk380 in a couple of weeks and I wanted to know if it's necessary to clean it right out of the box before its first firing. Some people have said the pk380 comes with a vaseline-like substance straight from the factory. Any advice is appreciated.
@rhcmlc you dont have to clean it if it is new in box. however it is good to take it apart and put a small amount of oil on the moving parts. if its used anways clean it before u shoot it when u pick it.
p.s
emphasis on a small amount. contrary to popular belief. u CAN over oil your gun and it can cause malfunctions.
Thanks for posting this. I just bought mine last week and haven't shot it yet, but people have talked about how much of a bitch the spring is. Now I can see how its done. Thanks again.
Thanks for posting this. I just bought mine last week and haven't shot it yet, but people have talked about how much of a bitch the spring is. Now I can see how its done. Thanks again.
Nice video... i have the same gun and love it... any chance u'd make a video on how 2 clean it... i'm new to the gun world and still learning on what all 2 do... thanks alot... hopefully i'll check back and u'll have a video on cleaning ur pk380
No Key? No Problem! Pliers on my Leatherman Toll (kept in the range bag) will operate the trigger lock as well as the take-down lock.
Spring difficulties? Yes, use the guide stick that came with your P22, or, place the slide upside down in your hand, wrap your index and middle finger around the spring to act as a guide and push the guide rod into place. Easier said than done, but it works. Practice!
I was on the range shooting when it snapped in half. The gun still fired without it, so that was a good thing. I've heard of this happening to other people as well. I think the first batch may have had weak safety blocks. I never let the hammer fly down on the firearm unless I'm shooting it.
Just wanted to let you all know that I suffered a break in the safety block of my PK380. I sent it back to walther and they were quick to fix and sent it back. I also scored a free magazine from them. I'll keep you all posted on how it performs next time I take it to the range.
Also, of note is S&W now has the take down key for the PK380, Stock #2769581 for $5 each, +S&H. The spare key I made is better, stronger, more useful by being on my key chain and cost me in Taxachusetts $2.11 that included the tax. It took me less than 5 minutes to file, round the edges and remove the center 2 tools to fit my key ring. See my post below.
Regarding the take down key needed. I also own this fine weapon along with a PPK/S .380 that I have had since the early 70's along with other handguns and rifles of various calibers. The original plastic key is awkward and a spare key is ideal, which I made myself. How, I bought a metal tire valve stem removal key, filed the edges and punched out the center piece so it fits through my keyring. Now it's with me all the time. My loads used are Lawman, 95 grains with no problems. Compromise!!!
I shot federal ammo through mine today and the gun had trouble ejecting the spent cartirdge after the third round. any suggestions except for buying expensive rounds to practice with? Someone told me to replace the sring....
What brand of ammo do you use? I bought one yesterday and had several jams. It doesn't seem to be ejecting the casings properly. I read reviews that it might be the ammo. I'd appreciate any info. Thanks.
@JDangerBayer I've shot several different brands and so far the only one I've had problems with is Magtech(95 grain FMJ) w/ four fail to fires. I have shot American Eagle, Hornady Critical Defense(my carry load) among others.
@beihou I ended up taking mine back to the firearms store that I bought it from and they couldn't get it to keep from jamming either so they sent it to Walther for me. Hopefully it will work when I get it back.
I find that it gets easier to replace the spring each time. I can now get the spring back in place in just seconds. It's not an issue. So if some people feel they are going to pass on this excellent weapon over the spring, don't. Also, don't pass over the PK380 because of the take down key. Adapt. Just don't lose the key. It's simple. Also, I'm sure Walther sells replacement keys if you're not responsible. Great video fd1819. This is a great weapon.
I just got my PK380 today, and found the spring to be quite a pain as well.
I ended up using the guide rod that came with my P22 to help line it up while compressing it. So if you've got a P22 as well, you can use that and it makes it a bit easier.
Sucks! I was going to get one of these because I liked the P22, but having to use a stupid plastic tool for take down BLOWS! What if you lose the tool? Don't have the tool on you when you need it?
Can't you just put the open end of the spring into the housing it goes in to & compress it by pushing the other end in?? Thats how I do all my firearms but I've never played with a Wather so I'm not sure if you can't do that for some reason........
Use a small plastic wire tie to keep the spring compressed until it's lined up with the position it belongs in,the simply cut the wire tie and you're golden.
Mine came with a small plastic dowel pin that i installed in with guide rod then i placed the whole thing through hole of slide and dowel pin was pushed out through front of slide.
Thank You for the informative video I wouldnt have attempted this without seeing your video. Thank You once again for taking your time in making it for a newbie to the sport.
To help put the spring back in there should be a small plastic rod in the top right hand corner of the case. Use this rod to guide the spring, it is still a pain but less of a pain with the rod.
sillky875 1 week ago
Yo check out my video. I posted about the spring.
Stadi00 2 weeks ago
****** IF YOU HAVE TROUBLE GETTING THE RECOIL SPRING BACK IN, this tip might help.
What I do is get something like a pen or a cleaning rod that is about the same size of the hole, or just slightly smaller, and push it through.
Then you can lead the spring and the guiding rod back into it's place without bending the spring.
maritimesailor99 4 months ago
PK380 is a nice gun, but the recoil spring and THAT F*CKING take down tool drives me nuts. They should release the next gen model without these issues and invent slide release on both sides of the gun. Then this gun would be perfect for self defense.
megatronlv 6 months ago
@megatronlv that spring really is a pain! i've gotten fairly quick at getting it back in, but when i took it apart for the first time i thought i was never going to get it back together!
garywingrove 5 months ago
you of small stature? looks fairly big in your hands
gruntspy44 6 months ago
I can't get mine to break down I got vids of it on my page
layden4 6 months ago
try using a cleaning rod as an etention of the guid rod to compress the spring ill post a video to show the way its not hard and it makes things alot easier.
mwversuz 6 months ago
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CookingwithVictoria 7 months ago
which way is the pin supposed to be facing when you put it back in? Is it the spring in first or the head in first?
Bergcity316 8 months ago
I don't think I cleaned my before I shot it. I usually just wipe any excess oil off new guns.
fd1819 9 months ago
I'm gonna purchase a pk380 in a couple of weeks and I wanted to know if it's necessary to clean it right out of the box before its first firing. Some people have said the pk380 comes with a vaseline-like substance straight from the factory. Any advice is appreciated.
rhcmlc 9 months ago
@rhcmlc you dont have to clean it if it is new in box. however it is good to take it apart and put a small amount of oil on the moving parts. if its used anways clean it before u shoot it when u pick it.
p.s
emphasis on a small amount. contrary to popular belief. u CAN over oil your gun and it can cause malfunctions.
mwversuz 6 months ago
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Thanks for posting this. I just bought mine last week and haven't shot it yet, but people have talked about how much of a bitch the spring is. Now I can see how its done. Thanks again.
dspencer3 10 months ago
Thanks for posting this. I just bought mine last week and haven't shot it yet, but people have talked about how much of a bitch the spring is. Now I can see how its done. Thanks again.
dspencer3 10 months ago
Nice video... i have the same gun and love it... any chance u'd make a video on how 2 clean it... i'm new to the gun world and still learning on what all 2 do... thanks alot... hopefully i'll check back and u'll have a video on cleaning ur pk380
Lo314 11 months ago
No Key? No Problem! Pliers on my Leatherman Toll (kept in the range bag) will operate the trigger lock as well as the take-down lock.
Spring difficulties? Yes, use the guide stick that came with your P22, or, place the slide upside down in your hand, wrap your index and middle finger around the spring to act as a guide and push the guide rod into place. Easier said than done, but it works. Practice!
TheCavVet 1 year ago
does walther make a guide rod with a retention spring? kinda like a glock has?
shadeshiest22 1 year ago
I got a wooden dowel rod and cut it down. Works great when putting the spring back in. A little patience and you're golden.
beihou 1 year ago
Do you just pour oil down the slide/guides? Might as well just dip the whole slide in a can of motor oil.
Gallery90 1 year ago
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Do you just pour oil down the slide/guides? Why not just dip the slide in a can of motor oil?
Gallery90 1 year ago
Do you just pour oil down the slide/guides? Why not just dip the slide in a can of motor oil?
Gallery90 1 year ago
I was on the range shooting when it snapped in half. The gun still fired without it, so that was a good thing. I've heard of this happening to other people as well. I think the first batch may have had weak safety blocks. I never let the hammer fly down on the firearm unless I'm shooting it.
fd1819 1 year ago
How did you break the safety? It's just a simple block for the pin.
taoking 1 year ago
Just wanted to let you all know that I suffered a break in the safety block of my PK380. I sent it back to walther and they were quick to fix and sent it back. I also scored a free magazine from them. I'll keep you all posted on how it performs next time I take it to the range.
fd1819 1 year ago
GREAT VIDEO THANKS
planoplayboy 1 year ago
Great video 5*
bfgguns 1 year ago
Also, of note is S&W now has the take down key for the PK380, Stock #2769581 for $5 each, +S&H. The spare key I made is better, stronger, more useful by being on my key chain and cost me in Taxachusetts $2.11 that included the tax. It took me less than 5 minutes to file, round the edges and remove the center 2 tools to fit my key ring. See my post below.
888Reverend 1 year ago
Regarding the take down key needed. I also own this fine weapon along with a PPK/S .380 that I have had since the early 70's along with other handguns and rifles of various calibers. The original plastic key is awkward and a spare key is ideal, which I made myself. How, I bought a metal tire valve stem removal key, filed the edges and punched out the center piece so it fits through my keyring. Now it's with me all the time. My loads used are Lawman, 95 grains with no problems. Compromise!!!
888Reverend 1 year ago
I shot federal ammo through mine today and the gun had trouble ejecting the spent cartirdge after the third round. any suggestions except for buying expensive rounds to practice with? Someone told me to replace the sring....
jimbo11211 1 year ago
I have been shooting Federal's American Eagle brand. No jams or anything with it.
fd1819 1 year ago
@fd1819 no jams for me either
metamorphosis316 9 months ago
What brand of ammo do you use? I bought one yesterday and had several jams. It doesn't seem to be ejecting the casings properly. I read reviews that it might be the ammo. I'd appreciate any info. Thanks.
JDangerBayer 1 year ago
@JDangerBayer I've shot several different brands and so far the only one I've had problems with is Magtech(95 grain FMJ) w/ four fail to fires. I have shot American Eagle, Hornady Critical Defense(my carry load) among others.
beihou 1 year ago
@beihou I ended up taking mine back to the firearms store that I bought it from and they couldn't get it to keep from jamming either so they sent it to Walther for me. Hopefully it will work when I get it back.
JDangerBayer 1 year ago
does it have metal rails on the polymer frame?? Or the slide moves on the frame directly??
Sigfofosauer 1 year ago
I find that it gets easier to replace the spring each time. I can now get the spring back in place in just seconds. It's not an issue. So if some people feel they are going to pass on this excellent weapon over the spring, don't. Also, don't pass over the PK380 because of the take down key. Adapt. Just don't lose the key. It's simple. Also, I'm sure Walther sells replacement keys if you're not responsible. Great video fd1819. This is a great weapon.
Mainsail76 1 year ago
I just got my PK380 today, and found the spring to be quite a pain as well.
I ended up using the guide rod that came with my P22 to help line it up while compressing it. So if you've got a P22 as well, you can use that and it makes it a bit easier.
included 1 year ago
Sucks! I was going to get one of these because I liked the P22, but having to use a stupid plastic tool for take down BLOWS! What if you lose the tool? Don't have the tool on you when you need it?
Sucks!
AmericanSoapBox 1 year ago
Can't you just put the open end of the spring into the housing it goes in to & compress it by pushing the other end in?? Thats how I do all my firearms but I've never played with a Wather so I'm not sure if you can't do that for some reason........
flyboymd82 1 year ago
@flyboymd82 I was thinking the same thing, he was having a hell of a time fighting with that.
Cliff2286 1 year ago
Use a small plastic wire tie to keep the spring compressed until it's lined up with the position it belongs in,the simply cut the wire tie and you're golden.
savageriverman 1 year ago
Mine came with a small plastic dowel pin that i installed in with guide rod then i placed the whole thing through hole of slide and dowel pin was pushed out through front of slide.
scocat314 2 years ago
Dude, the other day it took me like a half an hour to "get it in", but she eventually gave in.
phread2001 2 years ago
The audio is off. I'm going to redo this with the audio synced better
fd1819 2 years ago
Thank You for the informative video I wouldnt have attempted this without seeing your video. Thank You once again for taking your time in making it for a newbie to the sport.
vk2acm 1 year ago
COOL....
YELLER1995 2 years ago