EGW Lightened 1911 Hammer – Tool Steel | Faster Lock Time

EGW Lightened 1911 Hammer – Tool Steel

The EGW Lightened 1911 Hammer – Tool Steel delivers faster lock time, superior control, and long-lasting durability for Colt-style 1911 pistols and quality clones. By reducing excess weight without compromising strength, this hammer improves trigger response, ignition consistency, and overall performance.

Lightened Design for Faster Lock Time

EGW machines this hammer from solid tool steel, then carefully removes material to reduce mass. As a result, the hammer falls faster, shortening lock time and improving shot-to-shot consistency. Consequently, shooters experience more responsive triggers and better control during rapid fire or competition use.

Precision Machined from Solid Steel

Rather than relying on cast or MIM components, EGW fully machines each hammer from solid bar stock. They use the same precision process found in their hard sears, disconnectors, slide stops, and thumb safeties.

Additionally, EGW completes all machining in a single setup. They drill and ream the pin holes, mill the profile, cut reliefs, and finish the serrations in one continuous operation. Because of this process, all critical surfaces stay within .0005″ tolerance, producing a true, square hammer with consistent sear engagement.

Functional Serrations and Enhanced Control

The hammer features aggressive cocking serrations that provide a secure grip for manual cocking. At the same time, the serrations are carefully designed to avoid stress risers, maintaining strength and reliability.

This design ensures the hammer engages the sear cleanly, providing smooth trigger breaks, precise resets, and dependable ignition. Whether used in a custom build or a factory upgrade, the hammer performs consistently under thousands of firing cycles.

Built for Reliability and Performance

Furthermore, the tool steel construction delivers long-term durability and resistance to wear, bending, or deformation. The hammer’s geometry enhances control and ensures reliable performance, whether on the range, in competition, or for duty use.

Why Choose the EGW Lightened 1911 Hammer – Tool Steel?

• Lightened design for faster lock time

• Machined from solid American tool steel

• No cast or MIM components

• Single-setup CNC machining for extreme precision

• Maintains .0005″ tolerances on critical surfaces

• Aggressive serrations for confident manual cocking

• Optimized for smooth trigger pull and consistent sear engagement

• Ideal for competition, duty, or custom 1911 builds

In short, the EGW Lightened 1911 Hammer – Tool Steel combines precision machining, reduced weight, and rugged strength. It delivers faster lock time, improved trigger response, and professional-grade performance, making it the ideal upgrade for any 1911.