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GEW 88 Safety Issue
Good Evening,
I have an early '88 (1889) that runs great except the safety. If I move the safety lever from Safe to Ready with conviction, the weapon discharges. This does not happen if I move the lever slowly. Anyone have this issue.
Thanks,
Randy
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01-04-2025 07:00 PM
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Sounds like tenuous sear engagement. Have you tried cocking it and whacking the receiver with a plastic mallet to see if the striker releases without a trigger pull?
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Agreed! I have some parts on order from Apex.
Thanks,
Randy
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Apex has Gew 88 parts? I'll have to look into that.
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Unfortunately, they don't have what I need, a bolt head.
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When I saw the thread title I was curious as to which safety issue you were referring to (as the Gew 88 has so many to choose from). Sounds like worn parts in this particular case though.
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I have four so if I really need to take that one to the range, I can swap out a bolt head. I keep looking for a reasonably priced one. Saw one that just sold for what an entire rifle can be had for in some areas.
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