HW/Weihrauch Ok Weihrauch Airgunsmiths, I need some advice... HW35 Barrel Latch Worn

[Pellets&Pistons-(Razor62)]

You got me wondering, so I just checked all mine with a good whack to try and break them open.
Years are 1956, '59, '68-69, late 70's, and a 1980. That's five HW35's and none broke open when tested.
Yours doesn't look like it's been overly used, so maybe there's rust or crud in the groove impeding a solid lock.

Good point. I'm gonna' tear it down for a better look.

 

[Hateful McNasty]

The barrel in the op’s picture almost looks like the barrel is rising upwards as if it was set off prematurely. This could have damaged the lock. Or maybe it’s not the original barrel. I’m sure back then these were hand fitted. Switching barrels could cause this. Like stated earlier this gun looks as if it was not heavily used. Could be just the angle.View attachment 578436

Its funny .. i try a straight edge off the picture and one time it looks ok then it don't . Kinda how its angled and pictored on that burlap looking stuff give a optical illusion effect ..

Just funky... Lol

 

[Hateful McNasty]

Using "matched" levels to check

 

[cjtamu]

Have seen this before and it’s the reason I always open the latch when cocking and closing. Stroke of luck I heard of the issue before getting a 35E. Should solve having the same issue in your newer one.