| The major components of the
M11 pistol are:
Slide and Barrel Assembly: Houses
the firing pin, striker, and extractor. Cocks the hammer during recoil
cycle.
Recoil Spring and Recoil Spring Guide:
Absorbs recoil and returns the slide assembly to its forward position.
Barrel and Locking Block Assembly:
Houses cartridge for firing, directs projectile, and locks barrel in
position during firing.
Receiver: Serves as a support for
all the major components. Houses action of the pistol through four major
components. Controls functioning of the pistol.
Magazine: Holds cartridges in place
for stripping and chambering.
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