Hi, looking for any available help. I would like aa copy of a Whiscombe rifle owners manual, sub 12 ft/lb preferably. I have been asked to look at a rifle which is cocked but won't fire. The owner is well used to the gun so there's no mistake about the double cocking technique. From one shot to the next; ok ;then fail. ???
I have already spoken to two really helpful guys, who have sent and given some info. Basically, the cocking lever will move almost fully open, a little extra travel and there's a couple of clicks; and the safety becomes set. Close the cocking lever, safety on - - fine; safety of - - the really faintest single click; no discharge. Given the guns huge value and the fact that no mechanical parts are available, I don't want to trip something I shouldn't and cause unrepairable damage. I've been informed reliably that with 4 mainsprings at fully cocked there's some 600lbs of energy/force trapped within the gun.
Any help really gratefully received.