Just purchased a used P99 ($450.00 including tax), and according to the manual, I'm supposed to only disassemble just to the barrel and recoil spring for cleaning.
Wouldn't in make sense to go further than that, or only after several thousand rounds, etc?
Do many of you take out the striker assembly, or beyond?
Also, how should I clean the bottom portion (polymer) with all those small metal parts? Would a good teflon spray do good in this area?
And...when I replace the recoil spring (after cleaning) it seems to be just a tad bit bent, when I place it back onto the slide (under slight pressure). Does this part wear quickly and need replacing often, or is this normal?
Wouldn't in make sense to go further than that, or only after several thousand rounds, etc?
Do many of you take out the striker assembly, or beyond?
Also, how should I clean the bottom portion (polymer) with all those small metal parts? Would a good teflon spray do good in this area?
And...when I replace the recoil spring (after cleaning) it seems to be just a tad bit bent, when I place it back onto the slide (under slight pressure). Does this part wear quickly and need replacing often, or is this normal?