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That is turning out to be a fairly common problem with the 4th generations. Not a big deal IMO just push it out with the tip of your finger.

 

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Yeah, it shouldn't be THAT hard to get out. Mine gets stuck sometimes but a little push on the end of it and it comes out. Wish I could take a look at it for ya.

 

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Man, that sucks can you post a picture of it with the slide off the frame showing the under side of the slide with the spring in place?

 

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Interesting, have you shot it much? Any idea on round count?

 

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Mine was doing something similar at first but after about 1,000 rounds I cant even make it do it anymore. It never took me 10 minutes to get it out though which is what is puzzeling me. I really wish I could see it

 

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In this case that maybe for the best. I have alot of aftermarket parts in some of my guns so I obviously don't preach the whole keep it stock thing. If you do replace the spring let me know how it works out for you. I would like the info for future referneces.