Why does my .22 bind in DA mode?

[jmstr]

I have the 4" barrel Taurus .22 9-shot revolver [I forget the model number, but the current model: 85?] and like the overall feel, except for two problems. The first is that it 'binds' with the double action trigger pull after about 20 bullets through it. Sometimes with only about 12 bullets through it. the second problem is that there are times that the hammer doesn't ignite/fire the bullet until the second time through the cylinder. I hate having it fire 7 bullets and then having to go through the whole thing again. In single action mode it ususually is pretty good at firing them all first time, but not always.

So, other than 'It's a Taurus: get a Smith/Colt/Ruger/Etc'-type advice, what should I be looking for as probable causes of this binding and failure to fire consistantly. I love the look and feel in the hand, and the accuracy is great [for me], but the unpredictability of reliably firing has me using my Ruger 22/45 more often, as it goes 'bang' every time.

Can anyone give me any advice on what to work on? I have polished all the non-sear parts on the inside once already, on the principle that it works better when everything is smooth.

Should I be cleaning and polishing the barrel end where it meets the cylinder [forcing cone?] so that it doesn't hang up there? Or is it more likely somewhere else? Is a heavier hammer spring the answer to the firing, or is this just a 'get used to it' issue? Thanks!

 

[KONY]

I do not own a 22 revolver ... however, I have been researching them due to an interest in purchasing one and I have been hearing similar stories of binding about other models (surprisingly not your M94) ... actually, they have been mostly from owners of Smith K-22 models ... my opinion is that these models bind more because they have less barrel/cylinder gaps that get clogged up more easily than other revolvers which have greater gaps on average (most folks say the Tauri do).

As for your Taurus 94, the biggest complaints people have with these have been with light strikes and the heavy DA trigger. Other than that, most folks are happy with it, AFAIK. As for solutions to your problem, I'll let the more knowledgeable folks handle this. Hope this helps!

 

[Russ5924]

As far as the miss firing you didn't mess with the trigger spring did you when you had it apart.If not the spring could be weak are you shooting it SA or DA if it's just doing it in DA the spring is weak.I have heard you can't buy a spring it has to go to the factory for repair,but before I did that I would get a few small washers that will fit the shaft and spring and try to shim it. Will it work???????????????/ The binding could be carbon around the forcing cone try a BRASS wire brush should do the trick.If you are using remington .22s they are VERY dirty

 

[KONY]

If you are using remington .22s they are VERY dirty

Never fired a Remington that wasn't D-I-R-T-Y ... too bad as their stuff is so cheap. However, I have never tried a Golden Saber though.