When you have all that energy stored, and held in place by less than 1/8 square inch of steel in engagement, it causes one to raise their eyebrows. Actually, the angle that it fell jarred the trigger mechanism, which moved in the stock. The bear trap actully moved, allowing the safety latch to move forward, allowing the trigger to release. I had adjusted and tuned the trigger for little travel and a light pull. Perhaps an untuned trigger might not have released. Not sure.......
That was the only problem. I have not shot the .25 since because of the bent barrel. ......that is the next project...
Just bought the eye bolts and wood today. Gonna give it a try. Nothing to lose.Thanks!Mark
This has been one of the best posts I have ever read!! I really want to express my thanks and gratitude to all of you. I learned and gleaned a ton of information with out breaking out the spring compressor!!! LOL! Mike your efforts are truly inspiring. Thank you and thanks to all who unselfishly threw in their two cents.With High RegardsRay
...the barrel snapped shut so hard that it bent the barrel UP, just forward of the breech block...Mark