I'm not got something right or not doing something right when I try taking the barrels off the action. The cocking hook stays under the cocking lever. I can get the barrels off by taking the cocking hook screw out but I don't think I should have to.

The cocking hook is pushed by a spring powered plunger. I don't see how gravity is going to let it swing forward enough to clear the cocking lever.

I've done some research and what was suggested was to fire the hammers and hold the barrels down. I've tried that but the hammers cock again before they come apart from the frame.

Suggestions.

Thanks,