Now that hunting season is over, I decided to get some range time in today with the new Wildcat. I had it zeroed at 50 yards previously, so I was surprised when my first shot went low. So did the next five shots. I grabbed the chrony, and found it was shooting 150 fps slower than last time I checked. Further inspection revealed what I think is the hammer spring tension screw had backed all the way out, until it was stopped by contact with the stock at the rear of the action. I removed the stock and found the HST (hammer spring tension) screw was very easy to turn. I adjusted it in while using the chrony until I found the max velocity spot. Less than 100 rounds later, POI started dropping again. Sure enough, the HST screw had backed out again already. I think I heard about this same issue on some of the FX Streamline rifles, and a few other brands as well. Does anybody know if a drop or two of blue Locktite will solve this issue? Or is there something there that should prevent this from happening? I've been very happy so far with the rifle, and it seems easy enough to fix.
As for my question: My cocking lever won't go forward unless the magazine is inserted. Is this normal, or is something wrong with my particular rifle? Are the 22 and 25 Wildcats the same way? Enquiring minds want to know!
James
As for my question: My cocking lever won't go forward unless the magazine is inserted. Is this normal, or is something wrong with my particular rifle? Are the 22 and 25 Wildcats the same way? Enquiring minds want to know!
James
