Kadet metal

[katsu]

Are Kadets steel? If so, is there risk in having them sliding against the aluminum frame of a P01 when firing? It seems like it wouldn't be good  to have steel rubbing against aluminum. Is it okay?

[Earl Keese]

Are Kadets steel? If so, is there risk in having them sliding against the aluminum frame of a P01 when firing? It seems like it wouldn't be good  to have steel rubbing against aluminum. Is it okay?

The original slide is steel as well, so no difference. I've yet to see galvanic corrosion on any of my aluminum framed pistols. In addition to the two dissimilar metals, corrosion also requires an electrolyte. I wouldn't worry about it.

[Continental Op]

Most, if not all, aluminum frame guns have steel slides.  Nothing to worry about it, in and of itself.

[katsu]

This is great to know! I was more worried the steel would grind the aluminum out, since it's a lot stronger, but if the main slide is steel, then I feel a lot better since the Kadet does move against the aluminum frame's slide rails.

[DenStinett]

.... I feel a lot better since the Kadet does move against the aluminum frame's slide rails.

Yes, to a point
The Mail part of the Slide does not move, but the "Bolt" does run within the Frame Rails
BUT .... you will NEVER shot enough Rounds to see even the slightest wear   

[katsu]

.... I feel a lot better since the Kadet does move against the aluminum frame's slide rails.

Yes, to a point
The Mail part of the Slide does not move, but the "Bolt" does run within the Frame Rails
BUT .... you will NEVER shot enough Rounds to see even the slightest wear   

That sounds like a challenge. I'll see you in 10,000 rounds!   

[DenStinett]

That sounds like a challenge. I'll see you in 10,000 rounds!   

I'll be here