just bought an old 7mm mauser 98 the saftey catch is very tight i believe because the firing pin spring is too strong(im not sure), how can i remedy this situation. i appreciate any help.
thank you. fritz15
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just bought an old 7mm mauser 98 the saftey catch is very tight i believe because the firing pin spring is too strong(im not sure), how can i remedy this situation. i appreciate any help.
thank you. fritz15
Fritz,Quote:
Originally Posted by fritz15
My first high powered rifle was a Spanish 7mm Mauser.
The problem with mine was not the spring but a high or rough spot on the safety lever. I took a small fine file and took off the edge and it works OK now.
Welcome to the forum. I just sent this site link to a friend of mine. Did you by chance just recently buy a Glock 19 and does my user name mean anything to you?
27hand
Fritz, I thought that might be you.
Hey, here's a link to Milsurp rifle disassembly. There might be something in there regarding this rifle
http://www.surplusrifle.com/riflepartslist.asp
Later,
27hand
thanks 27hand I took the dremel to the safety latch and it works fine now..