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"Model 21 Winchester simplified the boxlock even further, doing away with the V springs, using coils instead. The V springs in the boxlock are A- hard to make and fit, and B- they drag on the top of their slot when firing and cocking."

A 1915 patent by Stevens covers coil spring strikers and was used on models into the mid 30s.

Last edited by 2holer; 08/16/12 01:28 PM.