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My Browning Buck Mark Plus is 10 years old and it stopped firing all of a sudden. I've tried different ammo and still no joy. Maybe a firing pin issue?
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Hi Dennis and welcome. Failure to fire in a Browning Buck Mark Plus UDX is most commonly caused by a rounded or broken firing pin, a dirty firing pin channel, or degraded/weak springs. Immediate steps include thoroughly cleaning the breech face and firing pin channel, checking for a disintegrated recoil buffer, and testing with different, high-quality ammunition.
Firing Pin Issues: The firing pin on the Buck Mark can become "mushroomed" or rounded, resulting in light strikes. Replacing it with a hardened steel firing pin is a common fix.
Dirty Firing Pin Channel: A buildup of carbon or unburned powder (crud) inside the action and around the firing pin channel can prevent full penetration.
Broken/Degraded Buffer: The recoil buffer can break down over time, particularly in older models or with extensive dry-firing, and the pieces can obstruct the hammer.
Sear Spring Misalignment: If the long leg of the sear spring is not properly centered in its "V" groove, it can cause ignition failures.
Aftermarket Parts: Over-tightening sight rail screws can bind the slide, preventing it from fully closing.
Ammo Sensitivity: Rimfire ammunition can sometimes cause light strikes due to inconsistent priming or harder metal, leading to inconsistent ignition.
Recommended Steps:
Deep Clean: Clean the breech face, firing pin channel, and under the extractor.
Inspect Firing Pin: Check the tip of the firing pin for damage.
Check Buffer: Ensure the recoil buffer is intact. Cheers!