The mechanism is still in situ so I'm worried if it's damaged. When I say the mechanism I mean the two strips of metal with a spring that run towards the trigger along the cocking slot held in place by a bolt with a washer that sits in the top piece.
Could it be fitted incorrectly? How can I tell if it's engaging correctly when opening the cocking arm (unstocked)? I've tried adjusting the trigger to see if this makes a difference but it doesn't.
Murphy, thanks for your kind offer but I'll try and fix it or fit it correctly before I take you up on it.