Thread: Rossi 7122M Failure to Fire

Hi Guys,

Hoping someone with more knowledge than me is able to help.

Recently picked up a 2nd hand Rossi 7122M semi auto 22 magnum.
Took it to the range to try out. Loaded the 10 round mag with 5 rounds of Hornady V-Max 30gr.
Pulled the cocking lever which loaded the 1st round, pulled the trigger and the round didn't fire.
Ejected the round and it didn't have a strike mark from the firing pin.
Reloaded the round manually while keeping the mag in place and this time it fired as did the next 4 rounds.
This happens every time i reload.

Any thoughts on what might be the cause ?

As it's a 2nd hand rifle and I don't know its history Could the firing pin head be stunted due to dry firing ?
Could excessive headspace be the cause ?

TIA !