Model 51 going full auto

1970-1980

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PostPosted: Sun Jun 21, 2015 7:32 am
Bought a Model 51 trap gun a year or so ago and finally got around to shooting it yesterday. As long as I feed singles all was well and I shot the gun very well (for me). Problem occurred when I feed it doubles. When I shot the first shell the second feed AND SHOT automatically (i.e. full auto). Any ideas what is the issue? I was using 2 3/4" target loads at the shoot.

Thanks and this is my first post (just found this forum!!)

PennDog
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PostPosted: Sun Jun 21, 2015 8:12 am
sounds like the interrupter has gone bad.
the m51 trigger block is a pretty complicated contraption.
in this case I recommend you sending the trigger block to the m51guru.
les at www.diamondgunsmithing.com
PostPosted: Sun Jun 21, 2015 9:37 am
Welcome to the Ithaca Owners Forum PennDog !!

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PostPosted: Sun Jun 21, 2015 1:57 pm
Thank you! I did tear the shotgun down and gave it a full cleaning today - did not notice anything too unusual during the maintenance but will shoot it again and see what happens?! Otherwise I will look into the interrupter.

Have a great day!
Eric
PostPosted: Sat Jun 27, 2015 11:30 am
Let us know how things work out Eric !!

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