On Beretta 68X (X=2,6, etc.), the holes which engage the locking pins are ordinarily worn more by the weight of the barrels causing the pins to drag over the rear radius of the hole as the gun is opened, than by firing or by closing the gun. Several gunsmiths have told me that moving the top lever to the right until the pins are entirely withdrawn prior to opening the action reduces rounding of the rear radius, greatly prolonging the period between rebuilds. (I'm only discussing opening Beretta 68X and similar actions. No, I don't hold back the top lever until the action is closed! No, I don't want to discuss any aspect of closing double gun actions!!!)
Last edited by Merlin; 11/07/06 06:37 PM.
