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Does anyone take apart their double for cleaning and inspection?
25 March 2015, 03:42
shootawayDoes anyone take apart their double for cleaning and inspection?
I was just wondering.
25 March 2015, 09:01
Bill73Nope.
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I can, and have on several makes, but I do not recommend it. You will do more harm than good.
25 March 2015, 14:57
shootawayI would like to know what kind of double you have and where does it have its guard screw or guard screws? In other words where are the screws that secure the action to the stock.Mine has one long screw that goes through the butt of the stock to the rear box frame of the action.
25 March 2015, 17:38
nopride2You get inside the action and Butch's warranty is void.
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25 March 2015, 17:46
MJinesOops.
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25 March 2015, 18:17
crsheltonI have hunted with Parker SxS shotguns since a teenager and ALWAYS remove the forearm and barrels for cleaning and have NEVER needed to take them down any further. The oldest was made in 1900 and is still a shooter.
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ZephyrDepends on how much shooting you do and what type of weather you hunt in, modern lubes will last a long time..
In the shotgun bird hunting world of New England where we hunt 30 days a year in all types of weather I will have my gun "stripped and Cleaned" every two years if not more by a Competent Gun Smith.. Action and Fore End. If I am caught out in a heavy rain I will remove the Sidelocks from my gun, dry and re-lube them air out the body of the shotgun and re-assemble. We also have "Rain Guns" if the weather goes south..
Box Locks can be a bit more problematic If you are so inclined to do your own gun smithing find some one to teach you...
Remember...... Gun Smiths make a large part of their living from people who take their guns apart and can't get them back together, lose parts, or just bugers them up in the whole process....
25 March 2015, 18:43
Dutch44Nope
25 March 2015, 19:09
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25 March 2015, 19:32
Todd WilliamsAnd one wonders why the rifle had issues in camp! I think we have an answer!!

That is what I am thinking too.
Most DRs have long through bolts that hold the frame to the stock. I do have one Searcy like yours and I have removed the stock just to inspect the mechanism. But you should not do that. Might be too late....
I tell all my customers that, if their gun is broken, DO NOT TOUCH IT. (I really say, do not F**K with it).
And especially for double rifles, they never need disassembly by the user.
25 March 2015, 21:43
465H&HButch has offered to take apart any of his guns, clean them and relube at no cost if you send it to him. Hopefully that offer is still valid but check with him before sending it.
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25 March 2015, 21:52
MacD37quote:
Originally posted by dpcd:
That is what I am thinking too.
Most DRs have long through bolts that hold the frame to the stock. I do have one Searcy like yours and I have removed the stock just to inspect the mechanism. But you should not do that. Might be too late....
I tell all my customers that, if their gun is broken, DO NOT TOUCH IT. (I really say, do not F**K with it).
And especially for double rifles, they never need disassembly by the user.
...........................................................ABSOLUTELY! Never let just anyone work on a double rifle. Go to a smith that works on doubles regularly, or in SHOOTAWAY's case he needs send it back to Butch if it needs anything! However as someone said above that warning may be too late!
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28 March 2015, 06:50
KynochI'd almost rather do my own vasectomy. Almost. Leave it to the folks the do this for a living. In the end, what do you have to gain vs. … ??? Of course, others can turn a screwdriver better than I can. I feel better leaving it to the pros.
28 March 2015, 07:44
KebcoWhat is the issue that makes you think you want to take it apart?
As a rule most guns will never need to be taken apart further than removal of the barrels & forarm for any cleaning
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28 March 2015, 18:58
shootawayquote:
Originally posted by Kebco:
What is the issue that makes you think you want to take it apart?
As a rule most guns will never need to be taken apart further than removal of the barrels & forarm for any cleaning
I have yet to here of a DR, any DR or rifle that did not have an issue of some kind being subjected to recoil,humid environments,etc...IMO a DR owner should be able to take his rifle apart and verify that all is working properly and that everything is in place,clean and lubricated.
28 March 2015, 19:11
mt Alquote:
Originally posted by Kynoch:
I'd almost rather do my own vasectomy. Almost. Leave it to the folks the do this for a living.
Funny and right on the mark. If you're not a pro, you're going to screw something up.
28 March 2015, 21:07
Kebcoquote:
have yet to here of a DR, any DR or rifle that did not have an issue of some kind being subjected to recoil,humid environments,etc...IMO a DR owner should be able to take his rifle apart and verify that all is working properly and that everything is in place,clean and lubricated.
Well, you also say anyone owing a vehicle should be able to take it apart to verify all is working properly and that everything is in place,clean and lubricated?
IMO, some jobs are best left to a qualified individual.
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28 March 2015, 21:11
Kebcoquote:
Originally posted by MacD37:
quote:
Originally posted by dpcd:
That is what I am thinking too.
Most DRs have long through bolts that hold the frame to the stock. I do have one Searcy like yours and I have removed the stock just to inspect the mechanism. But you should not do that. Might be too late....
I tell all my customers that, if their gun is broken, DO NOT TOUCH IT. (I really say, do not F**K with it).
And especially for double rifles, they never need disassembly by the user.
...........................................................ABSOLUTELY! Never let just anyone work on a double rifle. Go to a smith that works on doubles regularly, or in SHOOTAWAY's case he needs send it back to Butch if it needs anything! However as someone said above that warning may be too late!
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In this case it may not be easy or practical because of export/import laws. However I am sure Butch can recommend someone in Canada.
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28 March 2015, 22:01
shootawayThanks.If ever I have an issue I will contact Butch.
28 March 2015, 23:50
KebcoExcellent idea, you will save your self a pile of grief.
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29 March 2015, 06:47
PoyntmanSo, not to fuel a flame, but did you actually take your Double apart before or during your recent trip with Buzz?? I too am legitimately curious as you noted an issue in your report.. And i enjoyed your report George. I'm not a "Shootaway basher"
I've certainly never taken a rifle that far apart. I hunted that same Dande East with a .470 a couple years back and had no issue. I guess honestly i only fired it four times...
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30 March 2015, 00:39
Mike BrooksFIFY!
quote:
Originally posted by shootaway:
Thanks.If ever I have another issue I will contact Butch.
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