Chapter 1. The M9 Service Pistol

Functional Capabilities 1-1 Single-Action Mode 1-1 Double-Action Mode 1-1 Nomenclature 1-1 Major Components 1-1 Slide Assembly 1-1 Safety Features 1-3 Decocking/Safety Lever 1-3 Firing Pin Block 1-3 Half-Cock Notch 1-4 Cycle of Operation 1-4 Firing 1-4 Unlocking 1-4 Extracting 1-4 Ejecting 1-4 Cocking 1-5 Feeding 1-5 Chambering 1-5 Locking 1-5 Ammunition 1-6 Wearing of the M9 Service Pistol’s Gear 1-6 M12 Holster 1-6 M1 Ammunition Pocket 1-7 M7 Shoulder Holster 1-7 Assault Holster 1-7 Concealed Pistol Holster 1-7 Lanyard 1-10 Firing the M9 Service Pistol While Wearing Gloves 1-10 Preventive Maintenance 1-11 Pistol Disassembly 1-11 Disassembly of the Magazine 1-12 Inspection of the Pistol 1-13 Cleaning and Lubricating the Pistol 1-13 Pistol Re-assembly 1-14 Pistol Magazine Re-assembly 1-14 Safety/Function Check 1-14 User Serviceability Inspection 1-15 Pistol Maintenance in Adverse Conditions 1-15 Extreme Cold 1-15 Hot, Wet Climates 1-15 Hot, Dry Climates 1-16 Heavy Rain and Fording Operations 1-16 Amphibious Conditions 1-16