[Texxut]

After firing each shot, not just the last shot, but every shot, the hold open device holds the bolt open. Anyone experience that? Any ideas how to fix it?
Is there a way to remove the hold open device and have the rifle continue to function.

 

[old semperfi]

we need to know what kind of magazine we are dealing with.tube fed or detachable mag. old semperfi

 

[Texxut]

It is tube fed.

 

[Nerostarr]

Are you sure it's the hold open, or is the rifle not cycling properly because it is dirty or type of ammo used?
How old is the rifle?
What kind of ammo?
Tried different ammo?
Have you taken it apart and cleaned and inspected the rifle?

 

[Texxut]

All good points. Let me get back to you. My nephew has the rifle at the moment, I'll go get it and check those things.

 

[Rocketman1]

I knew I had seen this same problem posted before. I did some digging and found this thread where someone was having the same problems. Hopefully this will help you.

http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=109740&highlight=marlin+60+bolt+hold+open

 

[Double D]

we need to know what kind of magazine we are dealing with.tube fed or detachable mag. old semperfi

Model 60 is tube fed, model 795 is magazine fed. Same gun.

 

[PMK]

I had in intermittent issue like this years ago. I was using very cheap and inconsistent ammo. So cheap I could watch the weapon cycle slowly. Had to start using mini-mags for this particular weapon.

 

[Texxut]

First, thanks to all who offered help. Lots of reading to absorb all that information.
When I got the firing unit disassembled, I found a gouge in the side plate created by the end of the ejector/lifter spring. I cleaned up the gouge and polished the contact surfaces, leaving the sear and hammer contact points alone. I shortened that leg of the spring, just a tad. It holds the lifter and BHO, but does not drag on the side plate now. Lubed all, as I put it all back together. I'm happy to report that it functioned very well. It likes the federal 550 bulk pack 40gr ammo, Remington not so much. I'm going to slick up my other 60s now. Thanks again guys!

 

[Nerostarr]

Congrats on getting it fixed, you did good.