I received my Mossberg 51M today, which turns out to be an (a) model. It looks almost brand new. I do have a problem with it, however. The cocking handle doesn't seem to be retained as it should. I can pull it out no matter what position the bolt is in. I thought it was supposed to pull out only at the last opening in the bolt handle slot. Looking at the bolt handle, there is a groove that, I'm guessing, is meant for some retaining spring to fall into. The hole in the bolt looks to have a semicircular groove, which may hold a spring, but I think it's missing maybe. I don't want to fire this rifle with the cocking handle in it for fear of losing it.My question is: how is the cocking handle retained? I appreciate any help with this.
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Bijiminy
The rod on the end cap has a tip on the end that holds the handle in place. Not sure if you have a original handle or aftermarket. The one pictured is a custom made handle, the original will have a groove all the way around the stem of the handle.
First make sure the tip is not broken off. Sometimes they can be a little tricky to lock. in if you have a custom handle.
Here is some more info that may help you
https://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=461544
First make sure the tip is not broken off. Sometimes they can be a little tricky to lock. in if you have a custom handle.
Here is some more info that may help you
https://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=461544
Glad it was nothing broke, make sure to go light on the oil after cleaning. They don’t need much to operate, to much and it will gum it up.
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