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Winchester model 74

Madman
Came in the shop, "just stopped firing"...Reviewed it and pulled bolt ass'bly out. Took apart and found the firing pin bent on one end. Replaced with new and hand fitted. Now test fired 25 rounds in five shot increments. First 2 to prove action were single shot, poor extraction. Next set similar, cases would stove pipe, rotate 180 degrees and jam, come out all bent up. 3rd try 5 shots without hesitation. Next 2 sets same as first two. Feed,extract, and eject all seem to be a problem. Everything is spotless, sharp, and mechanically correct.
What am I missing???

Paul
Mountain Magic Gunsmithing
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  • Madman
    I just picked up a winchester model 74 today at a gunshow. I've had 3 before this one, but I was wondering if anyone could give me a value. It has a production date of 1941. The serial is 97XXX. Its blueing is 97% and its stock is immaculate. I've never seen one in better condition that wasn't refurbished. Any ideas?
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  • MIKE WISKEY
    dinged chamber from the bad f.p. ?
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  • Madman
    Mike;

    Was a thought, just too lazy....I just completed reaming and trying a few 5 round sets....not any better...

    Paul
    Mountain Magic Gunsmithing
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  • 1911 Gunslinger
    You may want to try several different brands of ammo, and make sure that they are high velocity. Many .22 semi- autos are picky eaters. Weak extractor spring could also cause ejection problems.
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  • upjumtddebl
    maybe a burr or a incorrect angle cut somewhere on the extractor assembly itself
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  • hedgehopper62
    Could it be stamped 22 short or have the shorts model springs in the bolt.tks.hedge[:D]
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  • Madman
    Thanks guys;
    Tried every thing and feel it must be picky about ammo. Found some Remington Target that works. So gonna see if customer is happy and go on.

    Paul
    Mountain Magic Gunsmithing
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