Stevens model 16

[gunny929]

I have a new firing pin for a Stevens model 16, .22 cal. rifle. Does anyone know how the firing pin is retained in the breech? The only exploded view I have of this gun shows either a retaining pin or ball above the firing pin itself.
If its a pin, I dont know how its installed. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated!!!!

[PetahW]

IIRC, your Crackshot's breechblock should have a pin hole in the side, that crosses the FP channel.

http://media.midwayusa.com/productimages/medium/640/640118.jpg

The recess in the top of the FP is the home of the pin (the above pic shows the FP upside-down); the length of the recess allows FP movement, back/forth.

The FP is installed in it's channel 1st, then the retainer pin drifted/driven until fully seated.
Make sure the FP is free to move, after install.

http://stevespages.com/jpg/ipb-stevens-16.jpg

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