jwilkinson6 Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 With around 1000rds through my X5 Legion, I can tell this factory 12# recoil spring is not going to last more than a few thousand rounds at a time. I’ve seen guys using 1911 springs as replacements, but where can the factory recoil spring be purchased? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcc7x7 Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 It is a 1911 spring. But If you want to pay for the" factory" 1911 spring I'm sure Sig will accommodate you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Hello: I would buy a better recoil spring for a 1911. ISMI and Sprinco are two that I like to use since they measure closer to what they should be. They also last a very long time. Wolff also make springs for 1911's and they could be what Sig is using? Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cowboy1629 Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 The springs that came with my Legion were considerably longer than standard 1911 springs that I own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary1911A1 Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 The Wilson flat wire springs are shorter than regular 1911 recoil springs and they may last longer and I bet will be easier to insert on reassembly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaep1911 Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 6 hours ago, Gary1911A1 said: The Wilson flat wire springs are shorter than regular 1911 recoil springs and they may last longer and I bet will be easier to insert on reassembly. I have not measured the diameter of the factory guide rod but the flat wire springs require the diameter of the guide rod be =< 0.25", I think. When I re-install the SIG spring, I use a chop stick that I got from a Chinese restaurant. I put the spring on the guide rod and then insert the chop stick. The chop stick will prevent the spring from bending/ kinking. Much easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stician Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 With around 1000rds through my X5 Legion, I can tell this factory 12# recoil spring is not going to last more than a few thousand rounds at a time. I’ve seen guys using 1911 springs as replacements, but where can the factory recoil spring be purchased? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalkhttp:// https://www.sprinco.com/springs.htmlSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich406 Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 You can buy them directly from sig. $9.95 each pretty much in line with other springs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjmill87 Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 12lb: https://www.sigsauer.com/store/recoil-spring-12-p320-x5-legion.html 14lb: https://www.sigsauer.com/store/recoil-spring-14-p320-x5-legion.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwilkinson6 Posted October 3, 2019 Author Share Posted October 3, 2019 12lb: https://www.sigsauer.com/store/recoil-spring-12-p320-x5-legion.html 14lb: https://www.sigsauer.com/store/recoil-spring-14-p320-x5-legion.htmlI actually made a point to look for these before I even posted. Thank you for helping me realize I’m a dumbass. The x5s I’ve handled with the shorter government model 1911 springs in them have felt like they’re not working properly. So I wanted to stick with what Sig built the guns on. That may change but right now I don’t have a reason to not stick with them. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stician Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 I actually made a point to look for these before I even posted. Thank you for helping me realize I’m a dumbass. The x5s I’ve handled with the shorter government model 1911 springs in them have felt like they’re not working properly. So I wanted to stick with what Sig built the guns on. That may change but right now I don’t have a reason to not stick with them. Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkNah. While the Wolff 1911 government springs are shorter in length I believe a 14# version of it will be close to the Sig/Springco 12#. I think the Sig spring can go 10k. After 2k rounds in mine I haven’t noticed a drop in tension. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadBomber Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 I have around 5000 through mine now and it still feels pretty much like it did at 1000. Of course, I could be just used to it and not noticing any change. I may have to do a little spring testing pretty soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary1911A1 Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 On 10/2/2019 at 8:16 PM, jaep1911 said: I have not measured the diameter of the factory guide rod but the flat wire springs require the diameter of the guide rod be =< 0.25", I think. When I re-install the SIG spring, I use a chop stick that I got from a Chinese restaurant. I put the spring on the guide rod and then insert the chop stick. The chop stick will prevent the spring from bending/ kinking. Much easier. I forgot it's a smaller diameter. You are right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 Hello: I shot my regular P320 X5 with the legion grip this mourning. I tried 11, 12.5 and a 14lb ISMI recoil springs with a tungsten and steel guide rods. Load is my 124 grain bullet with Clean Shot powder. The 12.5lb spring with the steel guide rod was the best setup for quick splits and transitions for me. The Tungsten guide rod and Legion grip is a little too heavy for me. So those with a P320 X5 Legion just get a 12 or 12.5lb recoil spring and shoot it alot. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaep1911 Posted October 8, 2019 Share Posted October 8, 2019 I shot 400 rounds with the 12lb recoil spring and had two light strikes. First time with the X-fives. hmmmm, may go back to 13lbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrydoc Posted October 10, 2019 Share Posted October 10, 2019 Anyone know the factory recoil spring weight on the X5 (not legion) ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George16 Posted October 10, 2019 Share Posted October 10, 2019 8 hours ago, terrydoc said: Anyone know the factory recoil spring weight on the X5 (not legion) ? My old X5 came with a 16# from the factory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrydoc Posted October 11, 2019 Share Posted October 11, 2019 Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merldizzle Posted October 13, 2019 Share Posted October 13, 2019 On 10/4/2019 at 1:12 PM, Aircooled6racer said: Hello: I shot my regular P320 X5 with the legion grip this mourning. I tried 11, 12.5 and a 14lb ISMI recoil springs with a tungsten and steel guide rods. Load is my 124 grain bullet with Clean Shot powder. The 12.5lb spring with the steel guide rod was the best setup for quick splits and transitions for me. The Tungsten guide rod and Legion grip is a little too heavy for me. So those with a P320 X5 Legion just get a 12 or 12.5lb recoil spring and shoot it alot. Thanks, Eric Good to know thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustAnotherJoe Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 On 10/4/2019 at 2:12 PM, Aircooled6racer said: Hello: I shot my regular P320 X5 with the legion grip this mourning. I tried 11, 12.5 and a 14lb ISMI recoil springs with a tungsten and steel guide rods. Load is my 124 grain bullet with Clean Shot powder. The 12.5lb spring with the steel guide rod was the best setup for quick splits and transitions for me. The Tungsten guide rod and Legion grip is a little too heavy for me. So those with a P320 X5 Legion just get a 12 or 12.5lb recoil spring and shoot it alot. Thanks, Eric I was curious as to why you came to that conclusion? I’m playing around with the same thing. I had the Org xfive and loved it, just got the legion and I’m kind of missing my old one. I’m finding my follow up shot on double taps is low and thinking it may be that guide rod.. Headed to the range today to play around with set ups. I’m not a heavily versed in the tech side of setting these up, I’m used to just shooting what I’ve been given and STFU. I know I need more time behind this weapon but so far I feel like the org was tighter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirectDrive Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 On 10/2/2019 at 6:37 AM, jcc7x7 said: It is a 1911 spring. But If you want to pay for the" factory" 1911 spring I'm sure Sig will accommodate you. True and funny ^^^ See here...(Nic Taylor Tactical) https://www.ebay.com/itm/Colt-Government-1911-Recoil-Calibration-Spring-Pack-11-12-13-14-15-set-of-5/301275600553?hash=item46256cd6a9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomstick303 Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 Has anyone done a comparison using the Sprinco and Wolff spring in the same weight? Has anyone compared the stock 12# Sig option versus a 12# Sprinco and/or Wolff springs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpm2953 Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 I've got a tick over 10K on my 12lb stock Legion spring. still running like it was new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chase214 Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 I use 12lb Wolff variable power spring , it works better than sig spring in my opinion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pure59 Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 Supposedly, the full size P320 recoil spring is rated for 10k rounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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