I have an original Tempest and I can cock it by unlatching, putting my left thumb under the barrel and just turning my wrist round until it cocks - great.

I have a new Turkish Tempest - complete with case and certificate - and it is almost impossible to cock. I unlatch it and have to rest it on my thigh whilst attempting to force the barrel to a position where it will finally latch. Honestly it strains my wrist and cuts into my leg. After three shots I have had enough as it is too much effort to bother.

OK - so it is possible that I am the worlds greatest limp-wristed wimp but I have no problem with any other of my pistols (Typhoon, Hurricane, Mark 1s, Seniors and Premiers).

Anyone else have a problem with these?