New member, and a question
Posted: Thu Oct 25, 2007 7:41 pm
Hi. This is my 1st post here. Anyway, I have a 1917 Sterlingworth, that I've had for 35 years (since I was 14 ) I hardly use it anymore since the Pheasant hunting in Nj and Pa stinks anymore. But I take it out with my Nephew for squirrels 
Lately, I've noticed upon opening the action, it is very stiff. This happens only when it's cocking , not otherwise. I'm assuming the action needs to be cleaned. I started to try to take the buttstock off myself, but got scared. Do you think i 'm correct about the action cleaning, or maybe another problem? I also need recommendations on gunsmiths who are knowledgeable with Foxes in the Nj area, but I'll go out of state or ship the gun if need be. Thanks again 
Lately, I've noticed upon opening the action, it is very stiff. This happens only when it's cocking , not otherwise. I'm assuming the action needs to be cleaned. I started to try to take the buttstock off myself, but got scared. Do you think i 'm correct about the action cleaning, or maybe another problem? I also need recommendations on gunsmiths who are knowledgeable with Foxes in the Nj area, but I'll go out of state or ship the gun if need be. Thanks again