I just opened my new P238 and the spring has lots of rust on both ends. Should I return the gun, or is this normal?

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I just opened my new P238 and the spring has lots of rust on both ends.  Should I return the gun, or is this normal?

Wendell O. · Answer

I would call the manufacturer

Steve P. · Answer

Hi Mitchelle, I would just drop a little oil on it and wipe it down. The rust should come off. Worst case scenerio is call Sig and they'll send out a new spring. 603-610-3000

Randy I. · Answer

I would contact sig at SIG SAUER, Inc.
72 Pease Boulevard
Newington, NH 03801
Phone: 603-610-3000 if its just surface rust and it cleans up good with some CLP I would go ahead and shot it without any further worries

James G. · Answer

Rust on the springs just means that moisture got to it. You should let it soak a minute in CLP or other bore cleaner, wipe it down and apply a light coat of oil and you should be fine. Still call Sig and I'm sure they will send you a new replacement spring at Customer Service 603-610-3000 option 1.

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