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When you're building a high-performance 1911, the hammer is a critical component that directly affects how your gun feels and fires. The EGW HD Lightened Hammer is fully machined from solid tool steel and engineered to deliver exactly what serious builders look for in a competition-grade trigger system.
EGW doesn't use investment casting or MIM parts for this hammer. Every one is fully machined from solid American tool steel with vacuum hardening at 51-53 Rc hardness. The manufacturing process uses a single machine hold to drill, ream, mill, and cut all reliefs, which keeps tolerances within 0.0005 inches. This level of precision matters because it means the hammer sits truly square to the sear, creating the flat, consistent trigger break that separates custom builds from factory guns.
The distinctive skeletonized slot running through the top of the hammer reduces weight to just 10.7 grams, about 165 grains. The practical benefit is real: less mass means the hammer accelerates faster when released by the sear, which reduces the time between trigger break and firing pin strike. This faster lock time gives you a measurable advantage in precision shooting where every fraction of a second counts.
The tank tread cocking serrations provide a positive, non-slip surface for manual cocking without the stress risers that come with traditional checkering. The hammer hook height is 0.020 inches, and compatibility covers all 1911 Series 70 and 80 models as well as 2011 platforms. Keep in mind this is not a drop-in part. Installation requires a qualified gunsmith to properly stone the hammer hooks, mate them to the sear, and verify that thumb safety and grip safety function correctly with the new component. This fitting step is essential for safety and reliable trigger performance.
Yes, this hammer works with standard mainspring weights. However, for optimal trigger performance and to maximize the benefits of the lighter hammer design, many builders pair it with appropriately fitted trigger components. Always consult your gunsmith about the best spring weight for your specific build and intended use.
No. This hammer requires professional installation and fitting by a qualified 1911 gunsmith. The gunsmith must stone the hammer hooks, mate them precisely to your sear, and verify that both the thumb safety and grip safety function correctly with the new part in place.
A lighter hammer reduces lock time, which is the interval between trigger break and the firing pin striking the primer. This translates to less time for your sight picture to move during the firing cycle, which is especially valuable in precision or competition shooting. The effect is subtle but measurable when you have other precision components working together in a quality trigger job.
Heat-applied coatings like hard chrome or bluing applied after manufacturing will void the warranty and can cause brittleness or hydrogen embrittlement in the heat-treated steel. The hammer ships in natural finish and is designed to function without additional coating.
| UPC | 841370100521 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | 10202 |
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