Ithaca Model 51 problem

Win101PGr

March 21, 2003 03:28

I have an Ithaca Model 51 shotgun which is malfuntioning, it will fire 2 shells when the trigger is pulled. My first thought was that it might be dirty so I disassembled it and gave it a good cleaning, yet the problem persists. Does anyone have any thoughts on what the problem might be. Thanks.


Sgt Brian Wells, USMC

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  Repairman

  March 25, 2003 18:19

  Hello Sgt Wells,
  I would start with the trigger mechanism. Check the disconnector and
  make sure it's working properly. Then check the sear engagement.
  Make sure the notch on the hammer and the leading edge of the sear
  are crisp and sharp. If they are rounded that could be causing your
  problem. Hope this gives you someplace to start.
  
  
  Tip Burns/
  Burns Gun Repair
  830-935-3338
  www.burnsgun.webpointusa.com/
  Email: tdburns@gvtc.com

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  Win101PGr

  March 26, 2003 16:26

  Tip,
  Thanks I took the trigger mechanism apart and it appears to be a lack of sear engagement. On further examination I found that the problem came when the trigger was relased the sear was not engaging thus allowing the hammer to fall a second time. I guess I will have to order a new hammer and trigger to fix the problem.
  
  
  Sgt Brian Wells, USMC

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