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Posted: 8/14/2011 1:13:16 PM EDT
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I have a Winchester Model 12 that was recently worked on and I'm having a problem with it. When you work the action, its really rough-not smooth at all. Also, when you "pump it" (down, then up-loading a round, although I'm testing it empty) the pump release is locked until you pull the trigger-not the way it was before. Before I disassemble it can someone tell me what to look for? By raising the loading gate I can see where the release hook locks in and can see it snap in place as the forend locks. At that point it is hard locked in place with no budging whatsoever. When I pull the trigger I can see the tension release from it and it can be pressed.
I would really appreciate any advice/help on this. Really wanting to shoot this old girl! Shane |
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Hi Shane
I have worked on a few Model 12s...at least 15 so far since June 2011. Not having the gun in my hands. If it is feeling a little rough, not smooth when working the action. The action might be too dry. I have noticed when working on my past few, they like to be a little on the "wet" side. I use FrogLube and it is like butter with the action. Now if the person who worked on it didn't place things right inside, well you might not be able to do the action since these work horses were built very stout in my opinion. So with out the gun in my hands, I would say try some good CLP like FrogLube. As far as the "pump-it" issues. All the Model 12s I have worked on will lock the pump, even when empty, till you pull the trigger or pump release. I hope I had understood what you were asking and made sense in my responses. Let me know. Good Shooting, Jason Lumetta |
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