Hawken barrel fit

[buggybuilder]

I recently purchased an extra barrel for my TC Hawken. When I put this barrel in the stock, it seems that it takes alot of downward pressure to get it far enough to put the pin in. I know that some resistance is normal but this is enough that I'm afraid of the stock cracking. Is there a point that should be relieved a little bit close to the tang?
Thanks

 

[paulvallandigham]

Sounds like the hooked breech is not fitting your tang properly. Put marking dye on the hook. Then install the barrel, and do what you have done- pressing down to put in the barrel keys. Then remove the barrel and check the hook to see where the dye has been rubbed. That is your high spot, and probably needs some file work to make it fit better. :thumbsup: