Jewell Trigger Problem

[dkhunt14]

The internal parts were covered with oil even after flooding the trigger from all directions with lighter fluid.

This was a good lesson to learn.

Any idea how that much oil got into the trigger?

That is a good lesson, and am surprised that lighter fluid didn't clean it out. ???WD

I am guessing it got I there from cleaning and pulling the bore guide out. I know a lot of guys that spray there triggers with carburetor cleaner on a regular basis. They usually finish with lighter fluid. Matt

 

[LHSmith]

So what are you guys using other than the jewell?

Kelbly.......Jewells of late seem to require "blueprinting" due to burrs from punched holes and improper spacer lengths.

 

[NateHaler]

I believe that Kelbly's sells Jewell triggers; not aware that they make their own.

 

[GSPV]

They do make their own trigger.

Another out there is the Biz N Andy

 

[lrgoodger]

I find that bore cleaning solvent runs down through the action and accumulates in the trigger over time. Cleaning a gun and putting it barrel up in a safe facilitates that. The slightest solvent left in the chamber will gravitate downward over time and wind up in the trigger. That is one of the main reasons they should be cleaned regularly.

 

[johnmyers]

They do make their own trigger.

Another out there is the Biz N Andy

From what I have heard Kelblys are getting out of doing triggers

 

[Terry]

Wayne

It was enough that the internal parts were all well lubed.
The oil did its part well.
I'll stop oiling the bolt.

 

[NateHaler]

They do make their own trigger.

Another out there is the Biz N Andy

I'll be gol-durned! 8) I didn't see on their website.

And yes, I have heard of the Bix'n Andy: http://www.bixn-andy.at/ Still waiting for a review from somebody who as actually used one...

 

[LHSmith]

They have been out in the market for a number of years. There was a Daily Bulletin from '07 where German Salazar reported his findings on the Kelbly trigger. They are only mentioned on the website under Custom Rifles- which are "available with a Kelbly or Jewell trigger."

 

[Dans40X]

Terry-
Now accomplish the same task on your other Jewell trigger group.

Allowing oils/solvents to coagulate to varnish will require acetone/carb cleaner/MEK to break them down followed by a rinse in naptha/lighter fluid/coleman fuel.

Storing firearms muzzle down will eliminate the effects of gravity-for the most part!

 

[Steve Blair]

And yes, I have heard of the Bix'n Andy: http://www.bixn-andy.at/ Still waiting for a review from somebody who as actually used one...

[br]
My .300 WSM rifle has a Bix'n Andy that was installed May 2013. I shot the F-Class Nationals and Worlds, our Mid Range Regional, California State Long Range Championship, and Arizona State Long Range and Palma with it. It has been very reliable and consistent, breaking cleanly at 2 ounces. The feel is about the same as a reworked Jewell but shot-to-shot consistency is better. It is also twice the cost of a Jewell. I still carry a Jewell BR, adjusted for that rifle, as a backup and would not hesitate to install it if needed. [br]
So far, the only problem was in the blowing Raton grit during the Worlds. My bolt jammed and trigger stuck. After stripping and cleaning the bolt, a few pulls on the trigger while cycling the bolt put it back in action, all during the 1000 yard string. That night, Erik and I flushed the trigger with lighter fluid supplied by Tony Robertson (thanks much, Tony!) and no problem since. [br]
Moral of the story is: keep your action clean and include lighter fluid and canned air in your range kit.

 

[NateHaler]

Thanks for the info Steve, and for the story. Handling adversity under pressure is the mark of strong character. Were you able to get all the shots off during the allotted time, or do they provide an alibi allowance, or?

 

[Steve Blair]

No, I shot them all. It took about five or six minutes to get the rifle working, so there was still enough time. Dropped five points on the twenty-shot string but it wasn't because of the rifle. Conditions were a little rough on that relay. Everything I had was covered in nasty coal ash and cinder dust.

 

[WyleWD]

Wayne

It was enough that the internal parts were all well lubed.
The oil did its part well.
I'll stop oiling the bolt.

Thanks for the reply Terry and looking forward to seeing you in a few months. WD

 

[chevi_guy]

I've had the same issue with a shilen on my 40X. Took it to my smith,he fixed it and he told that they weren't made like they used to be. I even sent it back to shilen first. They sent it back supposedly fixed
But would not stay cocked. They did send me another at cost. It seems to be doing ok.

Ben

 

[Terry]

Terry-
Now accomplish the same task on your other Jewell trigger group.

Allowing oils/solvents to coagulate to varnish will require acetone/carb cleaner/MEK to break them down followed by a rinse in naptha/lighter fluid/coleman fuel.

Storing firearms muzzle down will eliminate the effects of gravity-for the most part!

# 2 cleaned and working well.

 

[Bob Sebold]

Sleepygator, now you know why I smoke cigars, it because of the Zippo light which of course requires me to bring along lighter fluid/trigger cleaner. Funny thing is though, never had to clean one in a match. I also smoke cigars, of course, because I exude class!

 

[Mark Walker in TX]

I also smoke cigars, of course, because I exude class!

You exude something, not sure "class" would be what I would call it. Bullshit would be more like it. Yeah, bullshit. ;D

 

[Steve Blair]

Bob,
I thought they were to keep your state bird away during Spring.

 

[Bob Sebold]

Thanks Mark, you right! Will bring a good stogie down for you so you know what you have been missing. Steve, No skeeters here now, all frozen to death.