Originally Posted by BrentD, Prof
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I have a similar problem on an 1885 Winchester target rifle that is equally vexing. It has a titanium, short-fall hammer that uses both coil and flat springs. After years of flawless service, it is suddenly giving me sporadic light strikes. Cleaning did not help. Protrusion is fine. But something is amiss.

For all ammo or just a specific brand?

I have become addicted to English hammered shotguns to the detriment of my wallet.