Kimber Montana Misfires

[#1antler]

I recently acquired a Kimber 84M Montana in 308 win. I am having a huge problems with misfires in both factory ammo and reloads. I called Kimber CS about the problem and they basically tried to say it was probably a bad batch of ammo.
Not much help offered. Has anybody else had similar problems and what was done to remedy it.

 

[EastMT]

I think it’s pretty common issue was the firing pin spring. Replaced one on dads for this issue as well


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[#1antler]

Where did you get a replacement spring?

 

[EastMT]

I had a local gunsmith get one for me, as I was sure the necessary specs on the spring


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[Marbles]

The Wolff springs are a tight fit, but work. I have only put 60 rounds through mine since installing one, no issue so far, but need to get a couple hundred through before swearing on it.

Firing pin protrusion is also pretty easy to adjust on Kimbers.

Look at the brass for sings of case/head separation as well. I have heard of a few Kimbers that had too much head space.

 

[mmac]

I had a similar issue with my 300 win. Sent it back and they were good about it. I thought they said the pin was too short on mine, but fixed it and sent it back and has been flawless since.

 

[#1antler]

Thanks everyone. I called Kimberly today and ordered a new spring. Was hoping they would comp it but their charge wasn't excessive. Hope it works

 

[B_Reynolds_AK]

Had that issue with an Adirondack. Replaced spring and still had issues. Ended up being excessive head space. Next step, go to gunsmith and have it measured.


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