Webley WG repair advice plz

Jboy · 08-09-2010, 07:14 PM

I found a Webley Model WG. The problem is that when pulling the trigger the hammer goes back but it does not release. Something is obviously wrong inside but I don't want to screw with it.

Anyone have advice or know of a smith that works on Webleys and is excellent?

Thanks,

Jim K · 08-09-2010, 08:38 PM

You would probably have noticed, but could the trigger guard be bent in, stopping the trigger from being pulled back as far as it needs to go. That seems unlikely with a WG, but I can't think of anything else at the moment.

Jim

Jboy · 08-09-2010, 10:28 PM

thanks Jim, but no the trigger guard is perfect. Whatever is wrong is inside and I don't think I should try to take it apart so I am looking for a smith that works on these

Jim K · 08-10-2010, 04:50 PM

If I still had my license, I would volunteer, but I can't. I think any good pistolsmith should be able to work on that gun; it is not very complex. If you can't find anyone locally, try a Google search. You can send the gun by common carrier directly to an FFL dealer/gunsmith for repairs and (in most states) get it back directly. Get a copy of his license first, though.

Jim

Helix_FR · 08-10-2010, 04:59 PM

If you have problems finding a smith, I 'll volunteer. I have my 01. I've worked on several webley's in the past. Obviously find someone in your area first if you can, its easier on ya.

08-09-2010, 07:14 PM	#1
Jboy V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 62	Webley WG repair advice plz I found a Webley Model WG. The problem is that when pulling the trigger the hammer goes back but it does not release. Something is obviously wrong inside but I don't want to screw with it. Anyone have advice or know of a smith that works on Webleys and is excellent? Thanks, -->

08-09-2010, 08:38 PM	#2
Jim K Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 6,408	Re: Webley WG repair advice plz You would probably have noticed, but could the trigger guard be bent in, stopping the trigger from being pulled back as far as it needs to go. That seems unlikely with a WG, but I can't think of anything else at the moment. Jim

08-09-2010, 10:28 PM	#3
Jboy V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 62	Re: Webley WG repair advice plz thanks Jim, but no the trigger guard is perfect. Whatever is wrong is inside and I don't think I should try to take it apart so I am looking for a smith that works on these

08-10-2010, 04:50 PM	#4
Jim K Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 6,408	Re: Webley WG repair advice plz If I still had my license, I would volunteer, but I can't. I think any good pistolsmith should be able to work on that gun; it is not very complex. If you can't find anyone locally, try a Google search. You can send the gun by common carrier directly to an FFL dealer/gunsmith for repairs and (in most states) get it back directly. Get a copy of his license first, though. Jim

08-10-2010, 04:59 PM	#5
Helix_FR TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Imperial, MO Posts: 3,617	Re: Webley WG repair advice plz If you have problems finding a smith, I 'll volunteer. I have my 01. I've worked on several webley's in the past. Obviously find someone in your area first if you can, its easier on ya. __________________ Only cowards shoot with their eyes closed.... helixgunsmith.com