Picked up a Marlin model 28

[akaduck]

Like the thread title says, I picked up a model 28 12ga pump action today! It looks like it was built in the early 20th century, but the bluing is still excellent and it checked out with my local gunsmith.


However, he recommended that I NOT disassemble it due to its internal complexity. Since it's my first shotgun, and I don't have a manual for it, I'm heeding his advice.


Does anybody have any information on the Model 28, especially internal diagrams?

 

[akaduck]

Nobody?

 

[KMBRTAC45]

Here you go http://www.e-gunparts.com/productschem.asp?chrMasterModel=082Zz28. According to the Blue Book: Model 28 Hammerless made 1913-22, Model 28TS Trap Gun made 1915, Model 28T(same as 28TS but with fancy wood, checkering and better finish) made in 1915. Value on these range from $140.00 @ 60% grade to $1,320.00 @ 100% grade.

 

[akaduck]

Looks helpful. Thanks! I'm really in need of a disassembly guide though.

 

[BSlacker]

Some were take down shotguns. On the end of the mag tube is a little latch. Depressing the latch and pulling it forward will free the barrel to unscrew. Easy to clean that way no need to disasemble.

 

[akaduck]

Yep, I figured out that much. Really easy to take down and clean. I do really want to completely dissemble it and give it a through cleaning though.