Need help with my Hawkens 50cal
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Duke Tangerine
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sense I'm having trouble sending pictures is there another way I could forward them to you?
Duke Tangerine
32 Cal
so sense my photos aren't sending would there possibly be another way to forward them to you
How are you trying to attach the files? Shouldn't be much trouble. Also, I think if you start a new thread titled "help with CVA Hawken lock" more folks might jump in.
If you attach your picture to a post properly, you’ll see it appear in your post prior to posting.
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Duke
Are you saving your pictures on the same device that you are using to post your comments?
If not, email them to yourself and save them to the device.
Then, click on the "Insert Image" button above where your typing, it looks like a picture.
Then, click on the "Drop Image (or click here)" and go find the image where you saved it and click on it and hit the open button.
As Buckskinquin said it will appear in your message, if it does not.......reread what I just posted.
Are you saving your pictures on the same device that you are using to post your comments?
If not, email them to yourself and save them to the device.
Then, click on the "Insert Image" button above where your typing, it looks like a picture.
Then, click on the "Drop Image (or click here)" and go find the image where you saved it and click on it and hit the open button.
As Buckskinquin said it will appear in your message, if it does not.......reread what I just posted.
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When you’re thru messin’ with it find a good gunsmith.
longcruise
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This is a long shot but have you checked the inside of the lock for an adjustment screw. It's typical of CVA and Traditions locks. It's not obvious as it's hidden behind the bridle. I have one on the bench right now. I'll go take a picture of it.
I'm back. Here's a picture of the screw. This might not help but is a simple fix if it is the problem.
Duke Tangerine
32 Cal
I do have that
Duke Tangerine
32 Cal
Alright I have figured out a reason for the gun not fully cocking, one of the support screws blocks the path of the spring
rafterob
62 Cal.
CVA Sears have a narrow tip that easily breaks off under certain circumstances (like dry firing). You will be best off to find a CVA sear. Deer Creek is the best bet.
bajabuc
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The reason I suggest bed rail rather than angle iron...bed frame rail is a better fit and the metal is harger than L iron
What is the purpose of this screw and should it be screwed down tight?
I believe that screw adjusts the depth of sear engagement. Given that everything else regarding wood stock and trigger bar clearances are correct and your sear operates normally, that screw is used to set sear engagement to insure sufficient sear engagement for safety and achieve a clean sear release without too much trigger creep. That screw goes all the way through the tumbler and the point presses on the sear. The spring is supposed to act as a lock to keep the screw from moving once you have adjusted it. Turn the screw out (counterclockwise) until the sear holds positively and releases when the front trigger is pulled, assuming you have a set trigger. With the trigger set, it should release with light pressure on the front trigger, which is also adjustable but that is another issue from where you are now. I have one of those locks so this is first hand experience. I hope this helps you getting started. Remember not to dry fire the lock without some cushion between the hammer and nipple.
Good luck and have fun shooting!
Good luck and have fun shooting!
Thank you for the explanation. I’m putting together a CVA Hawken kit for my wife that’s been sitting in storage for several years. I’m not familiar with this brand and when pre fitting the parts, I noticed that screw and also when I set the triggers, couldn’t get the hammer to fall on the “hair” trigger. Hopefully it’s just adjustment of this screw. If not, I’ll have to dig deeper.
longcruise
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It determines the degree of engagement of the sear. Screwing it down makes engagement less and the trigger lighter. It can prevent engagement altogether. And of course raising it will Increase the engagement.
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if you can't find a new sear, if it is indeed needed, contact me. i have at least one.
Ox-yoke had them, also Dixie. Cabin Creek also.
to post a picture i find the easiest for me is to open my pictures, right click on the one i want, click copy. go to this window and right click. left click on paste.
Ox-yoke had them, also Dixie. Cabin Creek also.
to post a picture i find the easiest for me is to open my pictures, right click on the one i want, click copy. go to this window and right click. left click on paste.
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