APEX TACTICAL SPECIALTIES 108011 Firing Pin Kit S&W J/K/L/N Frame Metal Revolver
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About this product
Apex Tactical Specialties 108011 Firing Pin Kit – S&W J/K/L/N Frame Metal Revolver
Price: $22.00
In stock at Iowa Gun Shop – Des Moines, IA – Ships to all 50 states via FFL.
Straight Talk from Des Moines
Look, if you’re running a Smith & Wesson revolver—J, K, L, or N frame, metal only—and you’ve put some work into the trigger, you already know the headache. You lighten the pull, smooth out the stack, and suddenly you’re staring at a primer that didn’t go off. That’s not a malfunction you can afford on a carry gun, a duty piece, or the last stage of a match. This Apex Tactical Firing Pin Kit, part number 108011, is the fix.
We stock these at the shop here in Des Moines because they work. No fluff, no hype. Apex Tactical built this kit to solve a specific problem: light strikes after trigger work. It’s a direct replacement for your factory firing pin, paired with a reduced-power return spring. That combination does two things—first, it lets the firing pin hit harder with the same hammer fall. Second, the lighter spring reduces drag on the hammer, which keeps your trigger job feeling crisp and consistent. You don’t lose the smooth pull you paid for.
What’s in the Box
- Apex Tactical hardened steel firing pin – Precision-ground, heat-treated, and drop-in ready for J, K, L, and N frame S&W revolvers (metal only, no Scandium or alloy frames).
- Reduced power firing pin return spring – Lighter than factory, reduces the chance of the pin dragging or binding during fast double-action work.
No fitting required. No gunsmithing. You can swap it in your living room with a punch and a few minutes. That’s the kind of product we like to sell—simple, effective, and backed by a company that’s been doing this since before “tactical” was a marketing buzzword.
Why It Matters for Iowa Shooters
Iowa gets cold. Real cold. And a revolver with a light trigger job and a factory firing pin can get finicky when the temps drop. The Apex kit gives you a wider margin of reliability. Whether you’re carrying a J-frame in a coat pocket during a January morning in West Des Moines, running a K-frame in IDPA at the Izaak Walton League range, or using an L or N frame for hunting sidearm duty, this kit keeps the primers popping.
We’ve seen guys bring in 686s and Model 64s that just wouldn’t light off certain primers after trigger work. Apex fixed it. Every time. And at $22, it’s cheaper than swapping springs and hoping for the best. It’s a one-and-done upgrade.
Compatibility Notes
This kit fits S&W J, K, L, and N frame revolvers with metal frames. That covers most of the classic and current production steel and stainless guns. If you’ve got a Model 60, 66, 686, 627, 29, 586, 19, 642—you’re good. It does not fit alloy frame J-frames like the 340PD or 360PD, nor the Scandium frames. Stick to the metal guns and you’re set.
From Our Counter to Your Door
Here at Iowa Gun Shop, we’ve been behind the counter long enough to know what works and what doesn’t. Apex Tactical makes parts that hold up. We carry their stuff because we use it ourselves. This firing pin kit is a small part that solves a big problem—no light strikes, no excuses.
We ship these kits nationwide to all 50 states. Just order online, we’ll send it to your local FFL holder for transfer. If you’re local to Des Moines, stop by the shop and grab one off the shelf. We’ll talk revolvers, swap stories, and get you squared away.
Product Specs
| Manufacturer | Apex Tactical Specialties |
| Part Number | 108011 |
| Compatibility | S&W J, K, L, N Frame Metal Revolvers |
| Material | Hardened Steel Firing Pin |
| Includes | Firing Pin + Reduced Power Return Spring |
| Installation | Drop-in, no gunsmithing required |
| Price | $22.00 |