Model 121 Won't Lock Up. Help

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lowgun
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Model 121 Won't Lock Up. Help

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My 121 works fine, fires the shells, but won't lock into battery. I have to hold it forward to fire. Is there a disassembly diagram or instruction sheet available. 121 videos on You Tube do not address repairs or problems, only operation and takedown.
lowgun
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Re: Model 121 Won't Lock Up. Help

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I'm still looking for information on how to get my 121 to lock into battery.
Tom H
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Re: Model 121 Won't Lock Up. Help

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From an old "Remington Field Service Manual" sent to factory repair stations-
ACTION FAILS TO LOCK FORWARD WHEN ARM IS COCKED-----

CAUSE--1 carrier does not go down far enough at front end to engage properly with carrier dog.
2 Carrier worn rounded at corner with which engages carrier dog
3 Carrier dog worn rounded at corner which engages carrier
4 Carrier dog spring weak or broken
CORRECTION--1 Remove carrier and cut away some metal from carrier where it rests at front end of guard.
2 Fit new carrier.
3 Fit new carrier dog.
4 Fit new carrier dog spring.
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lowgun
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Re: Model 121 Won't Lock Up. Help

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Thank you. I will get the old girl out and see if I can find any of those parts to examine.
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