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Thread: Finn Mod 39 Feeding Issue

  1. 02-07-2021, 05:17 PM #1
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    Finn Mod 39 Feeding Issue

    I have a Finn 39 that has a feeding issue. The interrupter was worn so I replaced that. It fixed the interrupter release issue BUT... The follower does not push the released cartridge up against the feed lips on the receiver. I took all apart and everything looks newish and it is very clean. I assembled without stock and magazine is tight against receiver but cartridge is not held up to receiver at all. The front of cartridge takes a nose dive and catches just below the feed ramp.
    I have fiddled and searched and searched and fiddled with no joy.
    Thanks for any help.
    Jay
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  2. 02-07-2021, 05:42 PM #2
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    Did you check the flat spring in the follower?

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    The circled one is what pushed the nose of the bullet up, and if it's damaged or weak it will cause feeding issues.

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    Actually all the moving parts and springs(in follower unit) look brand new. Both springs are mounted solid and feel "right" to me. I borrowed a friends Mosin and compared followers. his tips the nose up 1/8" more than mine. His feeds sloppy ugly but it does feed every time.
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  5. 02-08-2021, 01:06 AM #5
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    Did you try his follower in your rifle?

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