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Offline Sierra Sherpa

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Rem. 788 safety
« on: April 11, 2012, 09:23:45 AM »
The safety on my 788 (.308 carbine) has gone sour.  I haven't hunted/shot the gun in a while, but using a snap cap I'll engage the safety and trip the trigger and it still sounds like it's falling.  In an uncocked condition, the safety button wiggles whenever I pull the trigger.  I'm thinking of pulling the action from the stock and having a looksee...or is this fix better left to a qualified gunsmith?  I've heard of news accounts on this but can't seem to find the links.  Appreciate any help.

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Re: Rem. 788 safety
« Reply #1 on: April 11, 2012, 04:50:21 PM »
Post this question on the gunsmithing forum and they will definately help you out!
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Re: Rem. 788 safety
« Reply #2 on: April 11, 2012, 07:54:59 PM »
Thanks HH, makes sense.   ::)