Marlin model 60

[d30carls]

I have an old marlin model 60 that i am having problems with jaming on me is there anyone on here that could tell me what could be causing the issue i tore it down a while back and fixed a broken extractor and it ran much better i have tried a few things to get it to work ive used grease instead of oil which helped for a couple hundred rounds of cci ammo only. Ive even tore it apart and polished the bolt and stuff on it thinking it may have been causing a little hang up it acts like the new round is cycling in faster than the old round comes out because sometimes the spent round doesnt even make it completely out of the chamber before it is jammed. is it possible that the spring in the tube is causing the issue. or anyone have any other ideas what to try i have gotten very good at taking it apart just dont know what other parts could be causing it to jam. I know the rifle isnt worth much but it was one my grandpa bought my dad and was then passed to me so it has some sentimental value


old style if that makes a difference

 

[BGDave]

Just as a starting point, I'd closly inspect the chamber for damage or filth from that nasty .22 lube.

This will require a tiny dental mirror or equivalent.

Good luck.

 

[rotortech]

Just as a starting point, I'd closly inspect the chamber for damage or filth from that nasty .22 lube.

This will require a tiny dental mirror or equivalent.

Good luck.

Mine used to shave some lead and pack it up around end of the barrel when the bolt went into battery. I had to use a dental pick to get it all out of there. Keep at it - you will figure it out. It is worth the effort.

 

[IndyGunworks]

a vigourous DETAILED cleaning. and mini mags would be the first thing I would try.

 

[Dargasonus]

So it's not extracting or not feeding?

 

[d30carls]

its not extracting quick enough the new round is cycling in quicker than the old round is coming out

and thanks for the info guys i will try that tonight when i get home and see if it helps i usually keep my guns pretty clean but i will see if its maybe something i have been missing dont usually shoot alot of lead though

 

[IndyGunworks]

Even the "copper" rounds are very thinly plated and if rubbing on something sharp can leave lead behind.

 

[remauto1187]

Very common problem on a .22 rifle that has had the pi$$ shot out of it. Pull your barrel and look for the extractor cutout ramp to the side of the chamber. You should notice a burr in the ramp area all the way up to the the opening of the chamber. Polish this ramp area out and remove all burrs. The burrs near the chamber face will cause failure to extract issues.

If you hadnt replaced extractor I would have also added that to the to do list after polishing extractor cutout in the barrel.

 

[Jeremy1066]

The only hang ups on a Model 60 I've ever had we're fixed by a very thourough cleaning (like with a tooth brush on ever part of the internals).

 

[Bennettjh]

The only hang ups on a Model 60 I've ever had we're fixed by a very thourough cleaning (like with a tooth brush on ever part of the internals).

Same here.

Good luck OP.

 

[45fan]

I will third the detailed cleaning. I have a 75C that is basically the same thing, and it started to jam up and misfeed on me quite a bit. I cant remember the part,something broke in the action. I replaced the broken part, and cleaned everything with a copper wire brush. a good lube job, and its going fine for the last 10 years for me.

 

[snapping turtle]

Marlin Firearms Forum

Make sure your ejector wire is in proper position.

Most issues are with a buffer but yours does not follow the symptoms of that.

 

[baldwina]

I have a model 60 and it will mis-feed/not extract if I use the round nosed lead bullets. If I use copper plated hollow-points it runs fine without an issue.

 

[LtScott14]

I own a M1 model which is a M60 with different length barrel, and stock. Uses the tubular feed for ammo. Mine sticks open now and then, or the double feed issue. I took off the stock, and generously used carb cleaner and toothbrush. After removing heavy gunk, used Rem Oil, and wiped off excess.
Ammo sensitive is true. Jacketed bullets seem to go no problems. Cheapie lead- so/so. The softer lead gets dinged on feed, creates a double feed.
Brother in law has a M60, he bathes his in WD40, and wipes off excess. Keeps shooting.
My preference is clean and lube as above, save the WD40 for fishing poles.