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Walther LP300 balance weights
Posted: Thu Jul 20, 2006 2:28 am
by bubba_zenetti
I just picked up a used Watlther LP300 (Thanks Frank! =) ) and I have a question on the balance weights attached to the trigger guard. The question is, what do I do with them? They cant weigh more than a few grams each and sliding them around does not seem to make any difference in how the pistol feels. What in the world should I be feeling for?
Posted: Thu Jul 20, 2006 7:18 am
by cdf
Weights do two things basically , they dampen muzzel movement , and fine tune balance . If you are happy with balance leave well enuff alone , to be effective at controlling moment of inertia , they need to be as close to the muzzel as possible . In terms of stabalizing the muzzel/front sight , muzzel heavy is better .
A lot of very competent shooters don't bother with weights at all , kinda like seasoning - a matter of taste .
Chris
Posted: Thu Jul 20, 2006 2:40 pm
by James
I find that weights 10-15 grams (the weight of 1-2 pellets) can make a substantial difference in feel.
It's amazing how they engineer the pistol to get the balance so good.
Set them to where it feels best.
If you dont notice a difference either move them all to the front or take them off.