HRA Safety Question

[davidlee64]

Has anyone ever seen an HRA safety, or any other manufacturer, that is missing the top "hook" ? Mine is missing the top part, but close inspection looks like it was stamped as is. The shear markings are the same all the way around the part with no indication of the tab being broken off. I will have to try to get a close-up photo.

[Jersey Devil]

Please post a pic of this when you get a minute. I have seen several safeties that have had their tip sheared off, and after refinishing they look as if they were made that way. Perhaps that's what you have? I have never heard of a safety being manufactured without the top hook, but who knows!!??

[TJT]

No safetys were produced without the top hook. That was a field modification that allowed the safety to be engaged whether the hammer was cocked or not.
Jon