To assemble the M9 or M11 pistol, simply reverse the procedures used to disassemble the pistol.
a. Grasp the slide with the bottom facing up.
b. With the other hand, grasp the barrel assembly with the locking block facing up.
c. Insert the muzzle into the forward end of the slide and, at the same time, lower the rear of the barrel assembly by aligning the extractor cutout with the extractor.NOTE:The locking block will fall into the locked position in the slide.
d. Insert the recoil spring onto the recoil spring guide.
CAUTION
Maintain spring tension until the spring guide is fully seated in the cutaway on the locking block.
e. Insert the end of the recoil spring and the recoil spring guide into the recoil spring housing. At the same time, compress the recoil spring guide until it is fully seated on the locking block cutaway.
CAUTION
Do not pull the trigger while placing the slide on the receiver.
f. Ensure that the hammer is unlocked, the firing pin block is in the DOWN position, and the decocking/safety lever is in the SAFE position.
g. Grasp the slide and barrel assembly with the sights UP, and align the slide on the receiver assembly guide rails.
h. Push until the rear of the slide is a short distance beyond the rear of the receiver assembly and hold. At the same time, rotate the disassembly latch lever upward. A click indicates a positive lock.
Condition 2, does not apply to the M9 Service Pistol.
The M9 is a standard 9mm round. the M9 is actually a .355 caliber
9mm
One would not need to purchase an M9 pistol. One may want to purchase an M9 pistol so they can go target shooting with it. Target shooting is a hobby many enjoy.
The M9 Alert Carry steps involve a series of procedures to prepare the M9 pistol for readiness while ensuring safety. First, ensure the weapon is unloaded and the safety is engaged. Next, properly secure the pistol in a holster, ensuring it's accessible yet safe from accidental discharge. Finally, maintain situational awareness and be prepared to respond as necessary, following established protocols for handling the firearm.
Ejector
217 mm
125mm
140mm
1.16kg
9mm
15,000 rounds