Tuning New Hatsan Mod 95 Vortex .25 Cal

[Monger]

Purchased new 95 Vortex. My concern is as follows: After barrel is cocked the stroke when closing barrel seems very stiff,and not very smooth. will this eventually smooth out,or is any lubrication required?

It seems to be very rigid through this process compared to other break barrel rifles.

 

[SteveP-52]

It will loosen up and wear in with use but no harm done if you want to put a couple drops of Rem Oil or similar on either side. Cock the rifle, couple drops on each side, then work the barrel back and forth to get it down and in. Just remember you cocked it, load a pellet and shoot it somewhere safe after you're done to avoid a dry fire.

 

[Monger]

Steve,

Thank you. That makes me feel better. I thought I might have gotten a defective one, but you cleared that up for me. Thanks again!

 

[SteveP-52]

You're very welcome. Owned and still do a few Hatsan models among 25 or so rifles. Still have a 95, a couple 87 QE's, and some Edges. They all do that new and a little oil makes it stop. Just keep on eye on the back stock screw, it's the one behind the trigger and can loosen over time. A little Blue Loctite 242 you can buy in any auto parts store will take care of that, just follow the instructions.

 

[Monger]

Thanks for the info. I have 242, and will apply to screw as recommended. It's good to have experienced people as yourself on this blog.

 

[SteveP-52]

To be honest, I don't know even remotely as much as I'd like to about everything to do with air guns, but Hatsans were among the first I bought getting back into shooting and I bought more than a few. My first was actually the standard Model 95 in .25 with just a regular muzzle break so at least in this case, I have a little experience with them, so happy I could help a little...lol.