Is it time to replace the follower?

[GregB]

Had the 1301 follower hang up in the tube once on the last stage at the last VOD tactical 3 gun match. When I took the gun apart the follower wouldn't drop out of the tube. I finally was able to get it out after scrubbing on inside of the tube a bit. Figured it might just be crud/plastic/etc. The follower is the original red anodized Beretta branded one. The edges are showing white (red worn off). I'm using a Nordic Components tube, spring and clamp. Should I replace the factory follower with another brand or just order another factory one or two? Which aftermarket one?

Thanks in advance.

 

[Timfoilhat]

You sure the follower isn't hanging up on the seam between the Nordic extension and the factory tube? Seems like that's the trouble spot I read about on the Gen 1 guns running extentions.

Looks like Aridus just introduced a new follower that's green and textured. Not saying you need it, just pointing out the existence.

 

[Catfish]

Chech for dents in the tube too

 

[GregB]

Found the factory follower out of the Gen 1 21" 1301 Comp I sold recently. It slides in and out like butter. So to answer my own question "Yes" I needed a new follower. LOL. I will look into the Aridus. Need a spare now. Guess the factory was only good for @12 months of regular use. LOL.

 

[Get Off My Lawn]

A gunsmith tech at Brownells that competes with a Benelli told me to replace my follower and spring with Nordic.