swedeadmirer wrote:ps Chrono
We are taught to wait 30 seconds after a hang fire before opening the action so opening it prematurely is a little stupid dont you think?
i understand that and took it for granted that what you and i would do is what most shooters do also.
i used to shoot with a guy who owned all manner of military rifles from france, italy, russia and was well stocked with 50-60 year old ammo as well as some newer stuff from greece and pakistan. it was common for him to experience the CLICK.....BANG and was no end of amusement for us on the firing line when he pulled the trigger, waited, lifted his head and BANG
i shudder to think this poor bloke may have bought a cheap Omark to start his target shooting career without being aware of something which the previous owner had kept quiet about to get a sale
here's a quote from another forum on Omark rifles
"Make sure the retaining pins are good and thick in the walls, and that there are no signs of stress or fatigue. It is important that you do this, as upon firing , if the retaining pin is to give way, the bolt body will fly out the rear"