NEW 45/ 70 Question

[TC Campbell]

Hi gang i have a new 45/70 all weather and i noticed a slight hang up on half cocking the lever against the bolt and hammer just wondered do you think this will smooth out a little with some wear? i also have the 44 mag silver boy and it seems to be alot smoother your thoughts??

[BigAl52]

Ok so after reading this I went to the basement and pulled mine out of the safe. The only hesitation I get is when the bolt passes over the top of the hammer when working the action slowly. Other than that mine is smooth as silk. Maybe you are feeling the bolt passing over the top of the hammer because this does happen at about half of the stroke.

[TC Campbell]

yes that is exactaly whats happening thanks for your reply i just wonder in time will this smooth out a little ?

[BigAl52]

I guess I really dont notice mine to much as the lever should be cycled with a meaning behind it. Im sure with time it will smooth out some. I do coat my bolts with some synthetic oil and I do think that helps.