got a sako that needs some tlc ,i have a problem with the firing pin,when i raise the bolt the pin 'cocks',but when i close the bolt the pin then goes back in the bolt ,this is obviously too dangerous to use ,as it could potentialy go off on its own if it engaged ,and whilst it is being rectified or cleaned i would get it properly pillar bedded as advised on here.thanks in advance arron.
can you recomend a gunsmith and pillar bedder please
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Arron. Hmm, are you saying then, that you can't pull the trigger as closing the bolt has already released the firing pin? Regards JCS
thats right , i have a feeling it may be a grain or two of powder that has got lodged ,last october i had a case empty itself in the chamber on extracting the unfired case ,and although i thought i had cleaned it out with an airline it could be a bit that has been unnoticed ,i have shot it most weeks since then with no problem.
8x57
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First thoughts are that it is a trigger problem due either to over lightening by adjustment, or due to wear, or even to dirt or debris in the trigger mechanism. Personally I would strip clean and inspect the trigger mechanism along with the bolt first and see if that cures the problem. You will probably find that it is something quite simple and easily identified but if you have any doubts whatsoever you should consult a gunsmith. I would stress a gunsmith and not a gun dealer. There are too many people around that call themselves gunsmiths but aren't.
have you tried stripping the bolt and reassembling? taking the action and trigger mechanism out and giving it a good 'blow' for dust, etc.?
taking it to a gunsmith might work, but why not do this basic procedure yourself...
ref. bedding, because it sounds like 'the thing to do' or because your rifle doesn't shoot consistently?
taking it to a gunsmith might work, but why not do this basic procedure yourself...
ref. bedding, because it sounds like 'the thing to do' or because your rifle doesn't shoot consistently?
Hunterjohnb
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Hello Arron, it sounds live trigger adjustment. It needs to be rechecked.
Id recommend Anglo custom rifles or Mckillop rifles , to me it sounds like a triger adjustment is needed but a full bolt strip and clean would not go amis
hi pkl ,i have had a chat to JCS this evening and thats just what i am going to do,regarding the bedding the reason was that the barrel was touching the stock alot ,i got a carpenter to take some off the stock, the problem was still there,just wouldnt group,so i lifted the recoil lug by putting a washer under it thus raising the whole lot higher in the stock,this seemed to cure it and then tailerd a load to suit the rifle ,however,i have been advised that it may well come back and bite me because i shouldnt mess with the recoil lug ,so just acting on advice on that one .and thanks for all the advise on this ,cheers.
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