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I have tried several methods of racking the slide. I can do it, but not without great difficulty. Would cocking the hammer manually first really help? I have not tried this. Thanks.

I bought a used P-64 in May at a gun & knife show. I like the gun a lot ; it shoots great and is really accurate. This is my first handgun. My problem is racking the slide. I am 72 years old and the strength in my hand and forearm is not as good as it used to be. My two grown sons had no problem...

Bought my first ever handgun at a gun show this past Saturday from a local gun dealer. A P64, of course. The gun is used but very well cared for. Buying a gun at my age (almost 72), might seem silly to some, but I've always wanted to but never quite made it. I have two questions: (1) How does one te...