Maintenance & Owner Info

I. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
II. MAINTENANCE

I. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

MAKE SURE TO ALWAYS OBEY THE FIVE FIREARM SAFETY RULES

Treat every gun as if it were loaded.
Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
Never point the gun at anything you are not willing to destroy.
Always keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
Be sure of your target and what is beyond your target’s backdrop.

AMMUNITION:

We strive to build one of the best shooting, most reliable pistols on the market. Accuracy is only as good as the mechanical accuracy that the pistol is capable of, along with ammunition used. We suggest only using new factory ammunition (non-steel cased) from reputable manufacturers. Failure to use new factory ammunition can result in serious injury to the user or damage to the firearm. Please always comply with instructions and warnings from ammunition manufacturers.

ZERO TRIGGER INFORMATION:

The Zero Trigger system is only to be installed by a gunsmith/certified.

Zero Trigger for V9:

Do not modify the trigger shoe or trigger bow in any way.
Do not use any third-party parts that may alter function of the trigger.
Do not reinstall the provided trigger shoe on a different trigger bow or a different trigger shoe on the provided trigger bow.
Verify the function of the trigger prior to use with live ammunition.

Zero Trigger for Glock:

Zero trigger for Glock platforms is intended to be a drop safe trigger system, however failures of this system are possible. To maintain drop safe status and proper functioning of the firearm.

Do not use spring weights other than factory (striker spring, plunger spring, recoil spring).
Do not use worn out factory springs.
Do not use aftermarket plungers/strikers/spring cups, or other parts/accessories that may alter function of the trigger.
Do not modify the trigger bar or trigger shoe in any way.
Do not reinstall the trigger shoe on a different trigger bar, or attempt to reinstall trigger shoe.
Do not remove trigger safety, or attempt to reinstall trigger safety.
Before and after each shooting session, always inspect roll pins and ensure that they have not backed out or started to back out of the trigger shoe.
Always check striker/trigger bar engagement.
Verify all drop safeties, and other parts prior to use with live ammunition.

If the firearm does not meet the criteria above, do not use the trigger. For free installation on your pistol or any questions, please email [email protected]. We recommend Jardine’s Extreme 2 grease for lubricating trigger components, and OEM “-“/Minus connectors (or similar) for best results.

IMPORTANT: Some Gen 4 frames may have fitment issues resulting in a “click” feeling upon initial pull. If you experience this please email us at [email protected] and we will get an RMA started.

* “GLOCK” is a federally registered trademark of GLOCK, Inc. and is one of many trademarks owned by GLOCK, Inc. and GLOCK Ges.m.b.H. Neither Fowler Industries LLC. nor this Site are affiliated in any manner with, or otherwise endorsed by, GLOCK, Inc. or GLOCK Ges.m.b.H.

COMPONENT PARTS:

Certain components sold by Fowler Industries, including but not limited to grip modules, springs, triggers, guide rods, firing pin stop plate, thumb safeties, slide stops, optic plates, sights and pins (collectively “Components”) may not be compatible with all firearms sold by Fowler Industries or other manufacturers, please be sure to thoroughly review all product details prior to purchasing. Even if certain Components are noted as compatible with your firearm, additional fitting may be required and the fitting process will vary from one firearm to another, regardless of age or manufacturer, and therefore installation should only be performed by a trained gunsmith to ensure proper function and safety. Please contact us with any questions prior to making a purchase for a Component. Any modification to factory-installed safety features must undergo thorough evaluation to ensure their continued effectiveness and functionality. It is essential that all safety protocols are rigorously tested and verified in a controlled environment. Live ammunition must not be used unless all safety mechanisms have been fully confirmed to be operating as intended.

II. MAINTENANCE:

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

ENSURE FIREARM IS UNLOADED & SAFE PRIOR TO ANY INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING

Please use this as a maintenance guide for your firearm. Fowler Industries pistols are manufactured to exacting tolerances and require routine maintenance for long term reliability. Please note that not all springs are created the same (even from the same manufacturer). This is meant as a general guide for use and replacement. If you feel a sudden drastic change with behavior on any of these items, early inspection and replacement may be necessary.

It is strongly suggested to wear disposable gloves and safety glasses when performing any maintenance or cleaning. Make sure to wash your hands and clean lead off any clothing using cold water and soap afterwards. We use D-Lead wipes and D-Lead hand soap in the shop.

If you have any issues during the cleaning or maintenance process please e-mail [email protected].

THANK YOU AGAIN FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT AND WE WILL SEE YOU AT THE RANGE

All round counts listed below should be used as an approximation. All components should be regularly inspected during routine operation and cleaning.

CLEANING/OILING SCHEDULE

Maintaining a clean gun is an aspect of ownership that should not be taken lightly. Try to avoid the use of thick, chunky, textured type oils or grease in any areas on the gun that reciprocate.

We recommend performing a field strip (slide off frame, barrel and guide rod out of gun) every 1,000 rounds. During this field strip clean out slide rails, frame rails, barrel passage, radial lugs, port holes in slide and barrel (if you have a ported model), magazine well area, guide rod, and reverse plug.

When cleaning the barrel, it is best to clean the ramp with a brass brush and light grade oil, most of the shelf barrel cleaners will suffice for the bore and chamber area.

Do not use a thick grade of oil when cleaning the barrel, and be sure that the chamber and bore are free and clear of debris.

Do not put oil inside of the chamber or bore. Before reassembly, make sure to use light oil on the slide and frame rails. A slightly thicker oil is acceptable for the radial lug area, but still use as light of an oil if possible.

When performing a full strip of the firearm, light grease is recommended for all areas except for the fire control group area. The hammer, sear, disconnector, and trigger bow, can all take a moderate to heavier grade of grease or oil. Do not overdo it, use common sense with how much you apply. If you are adding so much that you can feel dragging, you have probably added too much and will need to dial it back.

Immediately following exposure to rain, snow or if operating in a humid environment, be sure to dry the firearm thoroughly and apply oil to the slide, frame, barrel and any other steel Components. Additionally, oils from your body are corrosive in nature, so be sure to oil your firearm after any extended handling or dry firing sessions.

ENSURE FIREARM IS UNLOADED & SAFE PRIOR TO ANY INSPECTION OR MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE 1: NORMAL WEAR & TEAR ITEMS

Schedule 1 includes:

• Recoil Spring (replace every 3,000 rounds)

• Mainspring (replace every 6,000-8,000 rounds)

• Firing Pin Spring (replace every 6,000 rounds)

*Recoil Spring note: ALWAYS TREAT A CAPTURED RECOIL SPRING LIKE A LOADED WEAPON WHEN REMOVED FROM THE FIREARM. Guide Rods used by Fowler Industries are not “tool-less” and therefore require insertion of a retention pin into the hole on the guide rod to capture the recoil spring with the reverse plug. Failure of the retention pin will cause the reverse plug to become a projectile and can cause damage to persons and/or property. This is one of the reasons we recommend wearing safety glasses when performing maintenance. Do not use a thin paperclip which can be easily sheared.

*Mainspring note: the easiest method of checking your mainspring is to clear the pistol (unload in a safe direction) and pull the hammer back. If you notice the force to pull the hammer back has substantially decreased, you likely need a new spring.

SCHEDULE 2: SEMI-PERMANENT ITEMS

Schedule 2 includes:

• Barrel (inspect/replace 30,000 rounds)

• Extractor (inspect tension – should be checked every 10,000-15,000 rounds)

• Ejector (inspection only necessary if ejector tip has been damaged)

• Hammer/Sear/Disconnector (inspect every 15,000 rounds – not necessary if firearm is exhibiting normal behavior)

• Thumb Safety (inspection and replacement only necessary if hammer or sear are replaced/altered, or if thumb safety is not performing properly)

*Barrel note: 30,000 rounds is generally a safe round number for when you should examine your barrel, specifically the throat area. Throat erosion will typically start at this time depending on ammunition type. We have seen barrels go above 60,000 rounds before needing to be replaced; 30,000 rounds is not a steadfast rule. If you notice abnormal behavior (keyholing, accuracy degradation, major velocity changes) and you are in the 30,000 round range it may be time for a new barrel or further inspection.

*Extractor note: proper extractor tension is a major part of keeping your gun running reliably. Our extractor test is as follows (NO LIVE AMMUNITION IN CLOSE PROXIMITY WHILE PERFORMING TEST):

1. Safely unload firearm

2. Remove slide from frame

3. Remove guide rod and barrel from slide

4. Using a fired/empty case (DO NOT USE A LIVE ROUND), cam the case rim up at an angle similar to the angle that is exhibited under live feeding into the extractor hook/breech face. With the empty case’s primer pocket concentric to the firing pin hole in the slide, give the slide three to five violent up and down shakes (do not hold the case in place, let it float freely in-between the extractor hook and breech face). If the case stays in the slide and does not fly out of the gun tension should be considered sufficient. We are looking for a light but firm interference fit between the extractor hook and ejector side of the breech face.

REPLACEMENT OF SCHEDULE 2 COMPONENTS MUST BE PERFORMED BY FOWLER INDUSTRIES / COMPETENT GUNSMITH.