Commander Hammer

[santa]

What are the advantages to having or installing a commander type hammer?
I've done a search, but it has not satisfied my curiosity.

[stans]

It eliminates hammer bite and may be slightly less likely to snag clothing. That's about all I can think of.

[stumbler]

Plus it works better with some grip safeties.

[gottripletsNC]

wont work on a standard grip safety

[Chuck S]

The original Commander hammer just mimics the hammer of the Browning P35 of that era. I've no idea of any advantages to it unless you're putting a lanyard thru the hole :p .

-- Chuck

[John]

It's the only way to modify the pistol, in order to avoid getting the web of your hand pinched. That requires a Commander grip safety or a beavertail, as well.

Rgds

[santa]

I see. Thanks for the replies.