**Update 2/29/2020: Short range session had zero problems with various FMJ and Speer GD SB.
Hello all, could you all please tell me if this is a mod and if I should replace the barrel or not? I picked up a used PM45 and did a field strip to clean and lube before I test it out at the range this weekend. I noticed that the barrel hood had a chip or was modified or something. I was wondering if this is normal for some owners or if they've seen this before (e.g. to aid in ejection). I was planning on taking it to the range over the weekend as is.
If this is a functional mod, think I can clean it up, but just wanted to verify. I'm hoping it isn't that much different in handling than my CW45. Ejection seems fine with Snap Caps. Pics below:
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