New frame with flaw… Ok or Not?

[jwhittin]

I bought this on BE to use for a limited build (earlier this year).  After further inspection, I found what I think is a manufacturing flaw. Since it is a new frame I requested an exchange from the manufacturer. While I’m waiting to hear back, I wanted to see what other’s think.

Seems to me any reputable manufacturer would exchange it.  Thoughts?  Just cosmetic or not?  Would you use it for a build?

Thanks

Edited December 14, 2016 by jwhittin
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[mjohn]

I do not think that it is a crack.  I think they are sink holes.  

[Nugget]

hmmm... I've seen it before to a lesser degree. Shouldn't be a problem for function but...

Edited December 14, 2016 by Nugget

[jpl]

Never mind.  Didn't see the lower breakthrough.

Edited December 14, 2016 by jpl

[HDGoose]

Cosmetic. Just looks like the cutter used to machine the undercut for the safety breaking through to the inside cavity so it isn't a crack or a void. Also not in a particularly high stress location so probably won't affect strength at all.


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[jwhittin]

Yes, they are cut throughs when they clearanced the safety area not cracks or voids.  

[racknrider]

All 3 of my STI frames are like that. Knowledgeable folks told me that it's ok. 

[ScottieShootz]

i've see quite a few frames like this.  Thought it was a faulty problem the first time as well. 

[ltdmstr]

That's the relief cut for the right side of the ambi safety (retainer tab).  Certainly not quality workmanship, but common for STI and some others.  Highly unlikely it will cause a problem.

[jwhittin]

On December 14, 2016 at 10:53 AM, ltdmstr said:

That's the relief cut for the right side of the ambi safety (retainer tab).  Certainly not quality workmanship, but common for STI and some others.  Highly unlikely it will cause a problem.

Heard from the frame maker. That's the same thing he said. 

So I won't worry about it. 

Thanks all. 

Edited December 16, 2016 by jwhittin
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[CTD_P2A]

Even though you aren't worrying about it, the answer to your question is that flaws in NIB/NF guns should be free of flaws.  Maybe a the odd one out here, but when I chose to spend a significant portion of money on a new firearm or part, I want it to be as close to perfection as possible.  If nothing else, having a doubt about any newly purchased firearm part from the get-go would bug me for the remainder of its service life.  Glad it all worked out for you!