Have this NIB 442 where there is a strange reset issue that will lock up the trigger.
When the trigger is being pushed forward after the hammer drops, reset will occur if the trigger is let forward completely at speed. If the trigger is being reset with any resistance, at the very end of the trigger pull there is a hitch that can catch the trigger locking it. Usually releasing the trigger will create an audible click allowing normal firing, but it can catch even if the trigger is completely released. It can be released by pulling/pushing the trigger or shifting the revolver in the hand firmly.
The hitch is at the absolute final movement of the trigger and the pressure of a finger resting on the trigger is enough to cause the lock up. It appears to happen after the cylinder stop locks up but before the sear resets. I can't stress how little pressure is needed against the trigger that can stop the reset normally.
Any ideas? I cannot replicate this on my other J frames and I've never had short-stroking issues with DA revolvers. Internals have been lubed well and maybe 250 dry-fires (with snapcaps).
ETA: This will also occur if the cylinder is opened and the bolt release is held back.
When the trigger is being pushed forward after the hammer drops, reset will occur if the trigger is let forward completely at speed. If the trigger is being reset with any resistance, at the very end of the trigger pull there is a hitch that can catch the trigger locking it. Usually releasing the trigger will create an audible click allowing normal firing, but it can catch even if the trigger is completely released. It can be released by pulling/pushing the trigger or shifting the revolver in the hand firmly.
The hitch is at the absolute final movement of the trigger and the pressure of a finger resting on the trigger is enough to cause the lock up. It appears to happen after the cylinder stop locks up but before the sear resets. I can't stress how little pressure is needed against the trigger that can stop the reset normally.
Any ideas? I cannot replicate this on my other J frames and I've never had short-stroking issues with DA revolvers. Internals have been lubed well and maybe 250 dry-fires (with snapcaps).
ETA: This will also occur if the cylinder is opened and the bolt release is held back.
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