Type 54 Tokarev having constant stoppages.

[Reaper of the apocalypse]

It's a Norinco imported, Chinese made, Type 54 Tokarev TT-33 copy.
It looks to be in good shape, as in doesn't look too used at all.
I've been using Chinese surplus 7.62x25.

Here's my problem: I've gone through roughly 300 rounds, and I'm having constant FTF and Stovepipes, with the occasional FTE.
Very constant. I normally can't get through a full mag without a stoppage of some sort.

- I've removed all cosmolime, there was almost none to start with.
- I've stripped the gun, cleaned it, and lubed the moving surfaces.
- I'm shooting it properly with a firm grip

Anyone with more experience? What could be the issue?

 

[Dsiwy]

You might need a new recoil spring, old one is probably week.

Also watch that your thumbs are not touching the slide and try a different brand of ammo.

 

[bobdbldr]

You might need a new recoil spring, old one is probably week.

Also watch that your thumbs are not touching the slide and try a different brand of ammo.

^^^ yep try these things, also clean the chamber really well, it may have been shot with lacquer coated ammo which can leave residue in the chamber and causes malfunctions, especially if shot quickly and hot!

 

[Juster]

You could try different mags. Mine is very reliable.

 

[JTF#]

What ammo are you using ?