Winny 94 firing pin issues

[Dayton Dave]

My pre 64 Winny is having issues with the firing pin. I`ve ran reloads and Hornady`s through it. A few primers aren`t go off. After I put the rounds back in the gun they fire. I checked to make sure the primers are properly seated and that wasn`t it.  I bought it used and it`s a 1941 rifle. Could it just need disassembled and cleaned or is it the firing pin or spring or both ?

           Dayton Dave

[john323]

Start with a good cleaning.Dirt,oil etc can deposit in the bolt over time and slow the F/P down.

[Dayton Dave]

After a disassembly and good cleaning i`m thinking the leaf spring may be a bit weak. When the hammer is down all the way to the reciver i`m getting some play back and forth. Is this normal ?

[Pettifogger]

After a disassembly and good cleaning i`m thinking the leaf spring may be a bit weak. When the hammer is down all the way to the reciver i`m getting some play back and forth. Is this normal ?

NO!

[Dayton Dave]

so, you think my issue is a hammer spring ?

[john323]

Clean first .If you still have a problem get a new spring.Cheapest things first.Save $$$

[Cliff Fendley]

No it shouldn't be loose when down. Check out the cause, you may need a new spring.

[Coffinmaker]

No.  As posted, your hammer should be solidly down on the firing pin.  Sounds like the main spring had been fiddled with to give a lighter lever throw.  Original Winchester main springs seldom take a "set" nor quit without help.  See my post for your rest sight elevator.

Coffinmaker

PS:  You need a new mainspring