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blacklabel
10-26-2011, 22:49
I bent the hell out of my recoil spring tonight while cleaning my rifle. Does anyone know of a place locally that would have one? I'm not keen on paying $6 in shipping for a $6 part.
theskalickys
10-27-2011, 08:58
I don't but I would suggest buying 2 unless you are a very careful person..
BPTactical
10-27-2011, 09:27
None local that I am aware of.
pickenup
10-27-2011, 09:33
Got a pic of it, with a ruler next to it for size reference? I may have one laying around I could send you.

Anyone know if there is a difference in new model and old model M-60 spring?
leatherneck448
10-28-2011, 16:57
when I kinked mine, I found some spring stock that was the right gauge and OD, and just cut it to fit. Its a little lighter than the original part, but I havent had a problem.
Atrain1
10-31-2011, 20:08
That is a common problem with those Rifles usually your average Gunsmith will have one handy. When I bent mine I went to a local smith and he had 3 of them.
blacklabel
10-31-2011, 20:15
I think I might just order 2 or 3. It was damn easy to kink.
pickenup
10-31-2011, 21:50
I think I might just order 2 or 3.
Might as well have an extra on hand, just in case.

About the free one I was going to send you, I'll just keep it around, just in case.
blacklabel
10-31-2011, 21:54
About the free one I was going to send you, I'll just keep it around, just in case.

I definitely appreciate the offer. I'll let you know if I manage to destroy the two that I order. [Tooth]
Atrain1
11-01-2011, 22:24
I think I might just order 2 or 3. It was damn easy to kink. The first time a Marlin 60 is taking apart for cleaning it usually happens especially if you are not familiar with that fire arm, but it usually happens once. If you would like I could tell you how I assemble mine but BP would be the best person to get info from.
blacklabel
11-01-2011, 23:08
The first time a Marlin 60 is taking apart for cleaning it usually happens especially if you are not familiar with that fire arm, but it usually happens once.

I've owned my Model 60 for 6+ years and have probably put 3k+ rounds through it. I'm amazed that it stayed reliable this long. This was my first time stripping it to clean it. Hopefully next time will go smoother.
Slapps74
05-21-2012, 23:36
I have 2 model 60's and love them. One needs a new recoil spring. Could a good smith make one?
blacklabel
05-22-2012, 20:54
I have 2 model 60's and love them. One needs a new recoil spring. Could a good smith make one?

I imagine one could but I'd just spend the $6 and order one.