About Paul Johnston Expertise I can answer most questions regarding firearms, their use, function, action etc. with a focus on german firearms my speciality.
Experience I am a registered Federal Firearms Licensed dealer. and am owner of Johnston Small Arms Co. . I am a part-time gunsmith and full-time gun enthusiast.
Organizations Pro-Gun NH, Gun Owners of NH (G.O.N.H.), Life memeber NRA, Instructor NRA., member North American Hunting Club.
Education/Credentials I have a certificate in machining, and have apprenticed with Ed Lander of NH for 5 years, a full-time gunsmith since 1946.
Question I have a mark X mauser action that I have made into a 308 target rifle. Every now and then, not always, the action fires when extracting an unfired bullet. This happens unexpectantly while raising the bolt handle its first 1/4 to 1/2 inch, BANG! the firing pin slams forward, not a good thing. This can happen while the safety is on or not. I have another mark X and hve no problems with it. Help please.
Answer I believe the problem is your trigger is adjusted to light, and the sear is moving out of engagement just a hair whan you lift the bolt-handle causing it to fire. Very dangerous situation! If the trigger is adjustable make it heavier. If it is the result of a trigger job and metal was removed, replace the trigger. Thanks.
