How to break down a S&W model 41

[PinnedAndRecessed]

I recently purchased a mint, used model 41 S&W. It came with no paperwork or box.

I used to have one with the seven inch barrel. This one has the 5.5 inch barrel.

I vaguely remember pulling down on the front of the trigger guard to remove the barrel.

I don't want to bugger anything up, so can somebody walk me through the process?

Oh, BTW, this Smith has been drilled and tapped for a scope. I don't remember that feature on my other 41. When did they start doing this?

 

[Stephen A. Camp]

Hello. With an unloaded gun, remove the magazine after locking back the slide. Pull the trigger guard down ala Walther PPK and lift the barrel up and out.

Best.

 

[byf43]

+1!

Pinned,

I sincerely hope that you get as much pleasure and accuracy out of your mdl 41 as I have from mine.
Absolutely with out a doubt, the sweetest shooting .22lr I've ever had the joy of shooting!!!!!!

Mine also has a 5-1/2" barrel. I purchased mine for $200 from a friend that needed the cash for a CCW pistol.
(The BEST $200 I've ever spent!)

 

[Standing Wolf]

I find it helps to lock back the slide before removing the barrel.

 

[HammerBite]

Go here and download the manual.