Western Airguns Working to Figure Out the Western Rattler .357

[Ezana4CE]

@Chukar60 I hope to have a better experience with this rifle. So far I like it, but I have a lot of work to do. I probably start on some more work in a bit. I intend to adjust the reg and try another moderator or two. I’ll keep this thread updated as I make time.

 

[Airgun-hobbyist]

@Ezana4CE How is trigger time with the Rattler going? My trigger linkage pins needed greased to remove dry metal on metal feel and help with accuracy as the shot breaks.

 

[Ezana4CE]

@Airgun-hobbyist I have spent less time with my Rattler as deer season approached (tomorrow will be another season opener) because I knew I wouldn’t be deer hunting with it this season. Between that ,other obligations, and squirrel hunting the Rattler has been oiled and stowed away.

Please post photos showing how you grease or work on your Rattler’s trigger linkage.

 

[Airgun-hobbyist]

@Ezana4CE I didn't think about taking pictures at the time. The process of greasing the pins was pretty easy, only requiring removing the bottom chassis screws and then the trigger linkage itself. The one spot that was more challenging was applying a thin coat of grease on the moving sear parts inside of the Rattler's rear housing. I used a plastic dental pick to get it in that tight spot and on them.

 

[caliusoptimus]

The cover on the right side with the logo has a bunch of trigger components inside. I haven't felt the need to add grease, but I took the cover off out of curiosity and it's holding a rube goldberg machine worth of components. I'm sure the components in there contribute to the feel.

 

[Airgun-hobbyist]

The cover on the right side with the logo has a bunch of trigger components inside. I haven't felt the need to add grease, but I took the cover off out of curiosity and it's holding a rube goldberg machine worth of components. I'm sure the components in there contribute to the feel.

Did you take a picture of said components?