Originally Posted by
robs5230
springer design has stagnated. The only real research and development now going on is into lightweight skirtless pistons enabling less cocking input and reduced felt recoil, though not by any of the major manufacturers.
Changes over the years with the major manufacturers have only been done to reduce cost, favour the US market or comply with legistlation.
Lightweight, skirtless pistons are actually old technology. They always worked well, but the cost and reliability drawbacks meant they were always at a disadvantage.
The future is light to medium weight full bodied pistons.
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