Well, I have been having some issues with my CVA Bobcat for some time. I have since purchased a Traditions Pursuit and that is my main hunting rifle during the ML seasons.

The problem lies in the lock and or nipple. The gun has always been stored hammer down, so I didn't think that would be an issue, and shouldn't cause the spring to wear out.

If memory serves me correctly, I started having problems when I put a new nipple on the gun. The nipple I put on was a CVA Stainless nipple. I bought two at the time, and am having trouble with both nipples. I have tried filing them down, and still have no luck.

The problem is the gun will not fire consistently on the first shot. It will on the second shot no problem, but the cap does not seat far enough on the nipple for the cap to go off on the first shot most times.

Any ideas?

What other nipple might I try?

I am at a loss. I enjoy that little gun, but it is frustrating. I would like to get it back to where it is shooting reliably again, and do more rabbit hunting with it with low charges of black powder and a round ball. That sure is fun, lol.

Later,

Marcial