[SigArms226]

Is there anyone out there with information on these old guns made 1908-1929? I have the owners manual, and the weapon just seems very cleverly designed, but also very hard to figure out how everything goes together. any assistance would be greatly appreciated! Specifically, information on parts schematics, gunsmithing, take-down/up tips & instructions...It seems very difficult to take apart, and near impossible to put back together! Gun's in good shape- prob 80-90%.

TIA!

[Dave McCracken]

The mavens on Harley's Forum will have more input. It's been decades since I've seen one in the field. Well made, great machining, but as complicated as Sicilian politics.

Note that some, maybe all, were chambered for 2 9/16" shells. Modern ammo is neither safe nor fun to use until a good smith has gone over it.

[SigArms226]

Ack! I put 5-6 light 12 ga. modern shells thru it before takedown. How Can I tell if it takes the smaller shells? I sure won't shoot it again until I get this cleared up.

I did have my local gun shop and gunsmith look it over as they put a new butt plate on it, they said I was good to go, and did not mention this!

Will check out Harley's section!