Hello:
This rifle has a separate hammer and a separate firing pin. The forearm is secured with a screw under the forearm - a quarter turn of this screw releases the forearm from the barrel. The extractor is manually operated with identical knobs on both sides of the breech, but the case is mostly extracted as the extractor is cammed back on opening the breech, and is easliy removed with fingers. There is no ejector.
Thanks everyone, for your observations/comments/advice about this rifle. I thoroughly enjoy the quest to find out more about all aspects of its history and how to work up an ideal load. The exchange of thoughts and sharing of your knowledge is very much appreciated!
Happy New Year to all, and here's to brighter days in 2022!
mbatten
Vancouver Island, BC
