Once again thanks for the help. Indeed once the trigger plate was removed there was no problem removing the stock. Should clean up very nicely since it looks like it was oiled frequently just not taken apart for a good cleaning. Even though a lot of the bluing is gone from the barrel that rested against the upper arm during the familiar "gun in the crook of the arm carry" there is a surprising amount of color left from the case hardening.
Great site, I just do not normally need help with my Berettas but the help on this one is certainly appreciated. I will certainly pass this site along to everyone at my club (Fin, Fur and Feather Chaplin, CT).
