is there and difference between them old vs new? my model 12 is about 12yrs old have there been any changes to these springs since then?
is there and difference between them old vs new? my model 12 is about 12yrs old have there been any changes to these springs since then?
General question or are you looking to make changes? There are two styles, basically the old and the new. On some models I believe the old style may still be used. Dave Hobeck has good pictures of the difference and will give a thorough explanation of the differences.
The Dunning-Kruger effect is alive and well.
They haven't made any changes to the springs used in the models that use an adjustable firing pin. They have made changes to the multiple springs used in the one piece firing pin. I've noticed in the last year or so that the biggest spring in the Axis rifles are heavier. This was in response to to complaints of FTF. This was no more than a band aid fix, as the real problem lies elsewhere.
"As long as there's lead in the air....there's still hope.."
The problem is spring Rate. The short springs don’t build enough energy to drive the mass of the striker effectively. So, yeah, they started using a heavier model of the longer spring. But yes, as sharpshooter pointed out, it’s a bandaid. As time & use go, even the new spring will collapse some, losing that slight more energy, and likely bringing back to the same condition.
If you have the 1-piece style Firing Pin with the 2 shorter springs, I recommend retrofitting to the adjustable style. You’ll be happier.
I have not taken the bolt apart yet, I took the bolt out of the action about 10yrs ago and did not uncock the bolt, It still works and snaps the pin forward pretty hard, but I'm worried about it functioning correctly, this is the reason for the post
If it functioned 10 years ago, and you’ve had it sitting in decent environment, free of major corrosion, it will fire.
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