Enjoy banner ad-free browsing with Duck Hunting Forum Plus. Minimum 24hrs. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Ithaca Model 51 - Bolt won't lock open Numrich Gun Parts Corporation 226 Williams Ln. Can I get some Ithaca apparel? 0:00 / 5:46 Ithaca model 51 Featherweight field strip frank burgin 2.11K subscribers Subscribe 194 22K views 8 years ago Ithaca Model 51 Featherweight field strip and cleaning. A: We offer service on the guns we currently sell. ****Different years of manufacturing require different lengths of the tube. Answer This post is for those looking for general information on the Ithaca Model 51 semiautomatic shotgun, made in Ithaca, New York, from the early 1970s to 1987 when the company temporarily went out of business. A: Our new standard trigger pressure is 4-5 lbs. Shop popular guns for sale from Ruger, Smith & Wesson, Colt, Armalite and more. Once I cut an inch off the new spring everything is working great. Posts: 109. All Rights Reserved. Sidelock. Back home took 51 all the way down again including removing recoil spring from stock gas valve on barrel and magazine spring and follower but still acting up. A: You can order a wide variety of Ithaca apparel and other Ithaca accessories at our ONLINE STORE by clicking HERE . We do not accept C.O.D. But the next shell will not feed. Took her down for complete cleaning including removing gas piston assembly from barrel. The fore-end will come off easily. I would clean the gas assembly on the barrel. We strive to offer the best service possible and to do that we may be forced to suspend all orders until a manageable level is achieved. If anything is amiss in the group, then rearward travel of the bolt is affected Any sticking part will cause added friction on the underside of the bolt assy and this can prevent full travel of the bolt, Some of Ithaca's autoloaders were made in both recoil operated and gas operated(like the Model 900) and parts are serial number specific Make sure your gun has no such restrictions, For a gas gun, the ports have to be cleaned on a regular basis..They are a SPECIFIC size and should NOT be enlarged or allowed to become smaller with burnt powder residue. Overall length 50.5". If smooth, fully seat the yoke screw. Ithaca Gun Company reserves the right to inspect, examine, and/or test the firearm to assess any claim made under the Limited Warranty. Join our community of gun enthusiasts to learn and share reliable firearms and gunsmithing information with experienced instructors and tradesmen. Jan 27, 2004 Good Morning, The first thing you should do today is give your father a big hug for having given you such a wonderfull gift. :biggrin: Here's a thought: Let the ducks work and decoy. The gun fires and ejects the 1st shell. These are known to break and render the gun useless. Get Guns.com offers and news!! then 2 tricks come to mind. Q: Where is the serial number located on my Model 37? The only posts I could find on them were unfortunately no help here is my problem: I just started shooting not too long ago and my dad lent me his Ithaca to shoot. If the forend wood doesnt fit, it is likely you have a 2-3/4 slide tube. Pack in SKB hard case and off to airport destination Manitoba. The shell stays in the chamber. We have found these shells to perform reliably when other dont. It did have the action slide repaired before I got it, but is still a beautiful,sweet shooting gun. Work done on the. Q. Trying to get this 51 to cycle manually and when the bolt comes back ~.5" it stops. With a cleaning rod or w/e you used to remove it in the first place, slip the slender object through the metal cover's small hole.begin to drive the nylon follower farther back inside the magazine tube to keep it out of the way. 12 ga model 51 magnum. The Model 37 Classic Slide tube features a threaded nut on the rear and a bar Heliarc welded to the tube. In the Past, Ithaca depended on hand filing the hammer and trigger fit. Items must be in original packaging and show no signs of use. I did contact Diamond Gunsmithing and he said that the link could be welded and . A: Modern ammunition is mostly utilizing steel-based hulls with some such as Federal using a brass wash on the steel to make it appear as brass. A: Yes, but at a limited capacity due to various events happening in our country. IMMEDIATELY its how business should be done. 5. Inspected gas cylinder, there was no damage and gas ports were lined up with gas ports in barrel. I live in Kansas and don't really want to send it all the way to New York not knowing the total expenses with shipping, handling, welding, repairs,etc! By manually pulling bolt to rear shell will usually release on to carrier and then feed to chamber. If you purchased a pre-855000 serial number barrel to fit your pre-855000 receiver, we cannot guarantee fit due to manufacturing inconsistencies of pre 855000 serial numbers. It does have a vent rib. Modern = after oh, say 1900 with non-damascus barrels. Q: What can I do if my Model 37 is double feeding or not feeding at all? Thanks for the help. Next we hot salt blue the parts at a high temperature that actually changes the color of the surface. Aug 14, 2012 Well.. Heard back from Ithaca.. Does anybody know if Ithaca only used one gas port on the 20 gauge model? Save. If you go to www.ithacagun.com and do not see your firearm, it is likely that we dont have parts or service for it. But for some reason, buying a gun online can All Rights Reserved. Proudly created with Wix.com. Apr 11, 2019 I am considering to buy an Ithaca Model 51 Featherlight 12 Ga. from a friend. 1. Load shell in chamber and 2 in magazine. customers to the absolute best of our abilities. The 2nd shell is released from the magazine but does not do so with sufficient force to trip the carrier release. Load shell in chamber and 2 in magazine. We can fit a new barrel to a pre-855000 serial numbered receiver by installing an adapter. A: No. Mikebiker The shotgun cycles smoothly by hand and extracts and ejects with no problem. Seems I heard, read, etc. 1 Barrel 2 Barrel 3 Gas Cylinder Nut 4 Gas Cylinder Lug Pin 5 Gas Cylinder Piston Retainer 6 Gas Cylinder 7 Gas Piston 8 Gas Piston Pin 9 Gas Piston Buffer 10 Firing Pin Retainer 11 Bolt 12 Firing Pin Spring 13 Firing Pin 14 Bolt Buffer 15 Extractor 16 Extractor Spring Why are shells sticking in the barrel or not extracting properly? Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 0 guests. Q: What kind of warranty is offered on new Ithaca firearms? The cheap Wally World 20ga. A: Over time the finish on the metal on your shotgun can corrode, rust or just wear. Numrich Gun Parts Corporation The gun fires and ejects the 1st shell. A: We will only accept payment for standard models when they are in stock and ready for shipment. With many shotguns of this design, not only is the "stack" of the parts under the forend important, so is the clock position of any "slots" in the parts The parts also have a front and a back..in one direction the gun will function with light loadswhile in the other, it will function with only magnum type loadsBear in mind that these parts are Braking device that "grab" the magazine tube to slow the rearward travel. I checked the schematic and there are no pistol seals I can find on the parts list or schematic. it would help if you disassemble the receiver so you can work on it. Q. Contacted one of the guys at GNG and he gave me some good knowledge.he said basically the same thing parts are hard to find and very expensive, he also mentioned the blue book value of the gun in mint condit was between $230-$275 so the guy clearly is askin too much yep i think ill passdont really have $350 to blow right now. What Will says about the Ithaca holds true for many earlier autoloaders. Donald. Website by Hudson. We will call you if we find that repair beyond bluing is necessary. Own a part of American shotgun heritage and history. Call us at 419-294-4113 to get a copy. Limitation of Damages: Except where prohibited by law, Ithaca Gun Company will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of this firearm, whether direct, indirect, consequential, or punitive. Source DU. Once the yoke is loose, attempt to insert and twist the barrel into place. Ithaca Model 51 Cycling Issues #580229 09/19/20 11:51 AM. Many online gun sales actually take away from your local Q: How do I pay for my new Ithaca firearm? Found that I was missing the gas cylinder retaining pin, fabricated my own and fixed . This warranty does not apply to normal wear of any parts, including metal, wood, plastic, rubber, other materials, or of the surface finish; this warranty is also void if any unauthorized repair and/or alteration has been performed on the firearm. service to the online gun buying experience that is unheard of. Q: I would really like to have an Ithaca t-shirt, patch, or hat to show my love of Ithaca firearms. A: In most cases, we can reblue your entire firearm for $275 (subject to change without notice) and we can refinish your wood for $250.00 (subject to change without notice). I think that i properly sequenced thereassembly the foreend properly, but what specifically could go wrong there to cause the bolt not to lock opened? Twenty-ga options were available by 1975. Just replaced both buffers and the spring on my Model 51. You will have to remove the wire retainer and the buffer will come out. Just checking. It was designed as a field gun in the 70's, with a gas piston/action bar system. If the action is worked manually each shell will feed and eject. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Watched the shotgun expansion with Mr. Dunlap detailing the Ithaca model 51 Write your answer. Unfortunately, replacements have dried up as Ithaca no longer makes parts for them. Insuring your gun through the carrier is recommended. first thing I'd do is the suggested cleaning of the gas buffer ,,with emphasis on the 2 small ports that penetrate into the barrel. I figured it out, should have tried this in the first place. First we polish off the existing coating and rust, as well as some pitting (depending how deep it is). Minimum one year lead time. An Ithaca model 51 magnum 3 inch shotgun is worth $275-$325, depending on condition. 7. 420 N. Warpole St. Upper Sandusky, OH 43351. You are using an out of date browser. Well yes I can.. this shotgun is a very good shotgun.problem is its old it was only meant for certain pressures of loads in its day..todays load (other than simple trap and skeet loads) have different pressures. Q: Will a new barrel made in Upper Sandusky fit my Model 37? If you had sold it, you would be sorry and have to go out and buy another. A: We no longer utilize distribution or a dealer network. Q: Why is my trigger too heavy or too light? Reply Save Q. We'rebringing a level of So hopefully the experts here can help me out with this problem. part of our network, we sell THEIR guns first whenever possible. Also I live in Iowa City so if anyone from the area knows of any good gun shops besides the major chain stores could you let me know. 3. I usually follow up with a small amount of spray silicone. And our For more information, go to the service department page. Schematic part #30. See less See more Goofy TFF Gunsmith. Re-Bluing the shotgun can greatly increase the longevity and overall appearance of the metal. Poll: Your "all around" AK hunting rifle-caliber. Found that I was missing the gas cylinder retaining pin, fabricated my own and fixed that problem. Browse the largest selection of guns online. Daniel Defense firearms, parts and accessories. 82nd Trooper. I have an Ithaca Model 51 featherweight 20 gauge in my shop for repair. A: Typically yes, we will add you to a waiting list however, at certain times of the year we may suspend this due to overwhelming demand. Click here for more information: If you buy a new barrel, we will fit it for free, but you are responsible for return shipping which is subject to change based on current shipping charges. Most everything can be easily bought online these days. We recommend having it appraised by a competent firearms appraiser. Did you put tape behind the op handle to insure it isnt moving just a little bit? thanks in advance. Ken, Reply Q: How long will it take for my new Ithaca to arrive once I have paid for it? When you cycle the bolt to the rear it extracts and ejects the empty shell with no problem. Length of barrel 30". Could someone help me understand zekes reply alittle better? JavaScript is disabled. community. Our stocks are designed for tangs of roughly 1-1/2. It was there answer to making a semi auto model 37. "I love the smell of gunpowder in the morning!". Now as to why hard to tell. Thanks Andrew, that was exactly my issue. Ithaca Gun Company 420 N. Warpole Street Upper Sandusky, OH 43351, https://ithacagun.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IthacaGunSpecs.pdf, https://ithacagun.com/product-category/barrels-receivers/. All Model 51 product1on was suspended . Guns.com is built to be simple easily organized products, useful descriptions from experts, and support to guide you to the right choice. A: To find the age, have your serial number ready and click here: https://ithacagun.com/serial-numbers/. When you cycle the bolt to the rear it extracts and ejects the empty shell with no problem. another state. Check out my Springfield Armory XD-M Elite. Like. Kingston, NY 12401, 2023 Numrich Gun Parts Corporation. Gun Parts Shotgun Parts Ithaca Shotgun Parts Ithaca Shotgun Parts All Auction Buy It Now 289 Results 3 filters applied Brand For Gun Make Gauge/Caliber Condition Price Buying Format All Filters Ithaca SKB Plastic Buttplate used $12.50 $5.05 shipping Ithaca SKB 12 gauge Wood Butt Stock XL900 XL300 FREE SHIPPING $109.00 Free shipping A: Yes, all of our parts will fit your model 37 shotgun. The Brownings were good guns but many are flat worn out nowadays and IMO autoloading shotgun technology has done nothing but get better in the last 50 years. It is generally your responsibility to provide this information but our salesperson will try their best to assist you any way necessary. Thanks Will! PLENTY of 1100s and other autos from the same era are still going strong shooting steel. Thanks for responding. Therefore, your new firearm will arrive approximately 7-10 days after you pay for it. We are not open to the public and no longer offer tours of our facility. Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Keep the gun as clean as possible with just a touch of a high quality gun oil (Rem-Oil) works on mine. These products will greatly accelerate the deterioration of the plastic bolt buffers. *ITHACA MODEL 51 FEATHERLIGHT SEMI-AUTOMATIC SHOTGUN 12-ga., Serial #510105708. Joined: Mar 2019. Q. Posted: Fri Apr 24, 2015 1:35 pm. Only one side of the link is broken and won't let the hammer go forward. 7 Reviews Study now Add your answer: Earn + 20 pts Q: What year was the Ithaca model 51 serial number 510061631 made? Alot of the old autos were and are very ammo specific, and have to be tuned just right to work. Cleaned gas port in barrel with powder solvent by the way Mag only has one port drilled through barrel. 3/8ths inch to a 1/2 inchin dia) At the rear of the tube there is a cross pin..it can be pushed out ,by hand with a pin punchthere is light spring pressure involvedso make sure you cup your hand over the end of the tube Once this is done, remove the 3 parts aft plug..spring and plunger and clean these and the inside of the tube as you would a gun barrel. Of course, the problem with either of these choices is that you are only kicking the can down the road. I have a Model 51 with a broken link. This will accumulate every kind of crap known to man..if you haven't had it apart and cleaned it well do it btw when you reassemble it use a dry film lube. Watched the shotgun expansion with Mr. Dunlap detailing the Ithaca model 51. My bolt wont lock opened. I had this fixed for $110.00 and haven't had a problem since. Hoping the new spring cures that isue. Did you try a GOOD cleaning including taking down the action? Manual pressure on the upper surface of the carrier release allows the shell to be lifted into battery. Thanks everyone for the info and recomendations, I think that I will get in touch with Diamond Gunsmithing and get my 51 repaired. Contact: Ithaca Gun Company. We do not offer any other services for the other Ithaca models and have no parts for them. I checked the internet for the possibility someone else had the same problem, once again met with negative results. Posted: Thu Apr 18, 2013 11:59 pm. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. I have the Radocy take down guide and followed that. This warranty gives only the original purchaser specific legal rights; other rights may also be available, which may vary from state to state. There are three main failure points to the gun that you will hear about: The first is the nylon bushings (there are two) tend to fail after a while as the nylon from the '70s wasn't great and good old-fashioned gun oil would help to dissolve them over time. Any help troubleshooting is appreciated. JavaScript is disabled. I purchased and installed new buffer and recoil spring kit from Les a few months back. Where are you? "If your dog thinks you're the greatest, don't go seeking a second opinion!". If I rotate the bolt with my finger it will complete it rotation and allow it to unlock . I only had one problem when I first got the gun. On a side note make sure you replace the bolt buffer, receiver buffer, and recoil spring in the stock. Never had that problem on my 51's. used very good Out of stock The Guns.com Promise Guns.com pledges to make gun buying easy, to support local gun stores, and to serve our customers to the absolute best of our abilities. To avoid any shipping hassles due to everchanging firearm shipping restrictions please use your local firearm dealership to ship your firearm to us for service. This warranty is void if the firearm has been abused, misused, damaged by accident, fired with hand loaded and/or reloaded or improper non-SAAMI standard ammunition or obstruction in the barrel, or damaged by failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance. Reassembled the gas system and shotgun. 1. We get the FFL from your store others make you find it, copy it, and fax it. Seems they did not receive any records when the company moved from NY. did you try calling les at diamondgunsmithing.com? Still have questions? These two important tasks completed, your ready to have that fine shotgun repaired. Springfield Armory XD-M Elite: Budget Competition Gun. If its over 1-1/2 it will need to be altered by a competent gunsmith or sent to us for fitting. Need Help? My 51 Waterfowler started acting up today. Also would andy one be able to give me the part number for the strut off the bolt body he is refering to? If you need service or have questions for these older firearms, please refer to www.diamondgunsmithing.com as we do not have the information youre seeking. 3. 371650000 / Bar Length 5 3/4; Tube Length 6 or 6 1/4 (These parts have been discontinued and are no longer in production.). Now with CNC machined parts, we can actually reduce your existing weight by just replacing the hammer and trigger. Once again met with negative results, no extraction or ejection. Any help would be greatly appreciated. So I stripped it right down. I don't know what it is worth, just that it is a really pretty gun and wish it wasn't broke.I haven't found any gunsmiths around here that wants the job! Before I replaced the parts the gun would fire and eject the spent shell but the next in line wouldnt advance in to the chamber by itself, id have to hit the release button. To obtain service, you must contact our service department prior to returning the firearm. 3. by DHonovich Wed Jun 01, 2011 8:41 am Last post Last post by DHonovich Fri Oct 21, 2011 11:21 pm 11 Replies Replies 1260897 Views Views Forum Rules And Guidelines by DHonovich Wed Jun 01, 2011 8:39 am Last post Last post by DHonovich Wed Jun 01, 2011 8:39 am 0 I found it to have nice features, be a reliable clay buster, and a perfect pick for a first shotgun. To ensure proper fit, please refer to the length descriptions before proceeding. Product. By manually pulling bolt to rear shell will usually release on to carrier and . Retail prices varied from $179.95 to $2/15.95. To find your tang length, remove the original stock and measure the tang from the back of the trigger housing to the tip of the tang. Most of the parts that break are very hard to find like the slide which is about $130.00 and out of stock at gun parts for years.When they run they are good but I would pass one one now. turns out that the recil spring was indeed afew rings too long. This can cause the gun not to cycle correctly. A: Loosen the yoke screw on the yoke (piece at end of magazine tube that saddles the barrel) and remove the screw. It will damage brass,bronze and aluminum parts, If you removed the bolt assy,which should be done periodically to clean it, there are things that can be installed in an improper mannerlike the strut extending off the back of the bolt assyit has a curve to itif the strut is installed upside down, then its rearward travel is restricted as it will bind in the tube assy in the buttstock, BTW that tube assy, which controls both travel and velocity of the bolt is a great collector of CRAPit is a simple spring and plunger arrangement that the aforementioned bolt strut engagesas the action cycles this controls and dampens rearward movement of the bolt assy and then, as it propels the bolt forward in the feed cycle that spring and plunger supply the power to perform this act. I have an Ithaca model 51 that I have used for duck hunting for the past 9 years. Today I present to you one example of the rifles driving this craze: the Savage 110 Elite Precision in 6.5 Creedmoor married to a Modular Driven Technologies ACC chassis. The Springfield Prodigy may be new to the competition shooting scene, but this double-stack 9mm 2011 pistol is challenging heavy hitters like the renowned Staccato and Wilson Combat 2011s. Savage 110 Elite Precision in 6.5 CM Punches Above Its Weight. It will not break your bank account but offers quality, reliability, and versatility in a match-ready package. anything i should know about it? (Getting ready for deer season that opens Wensday). Precision rifle is one of the world's fastest growing shooting sports. It was well below 0 and I the synthetic piece behind the bolt shattered. Ithaca Gun Company 420 N. Warpole St. Upper Sandusky, OH 43351 (419)294-4113 Service Department. 2. What custom shop options are available? The Brownings were good guns but many are flat worn out nowadays and IMO autoloading shotgun technology has done nothing but get better in the last 50 years. And this is the first time I've shot it since then. Contact us to see if what youre looking for is available. A gunsmith once told me that the 3 inch model 51 does not always do well with 2&3/4. 1563621 . If you have a serial number below 855000, our barrels will not fit. Firing steel shot from your model 51 should not be a problem. It had allot of problems. I look forward to being able to offer a replacement part that will vastly exceed the life of the OEM part! Sidelock. A: By calling 419-294-4113 or emailing contact@ithacagun.com for general questions or service@ithacagun.com for service and sales. When you clean your "51" stay away from spray cleaners and lubes with a lot of additional compounds. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. After cleaning test fired boom boom boom no problem. Q: What Models does Ithaca Gun Company service? If the problem persists, our skilled gunsmiths can service your firearm. We have a 3 guns manufactured after 1978 or Serial Number 371650000 / Bar Length 6; Tube Length 5 7/8, 2 3/4 Guns prior to 1978 or s./n. If you would like this done, please send the trigger group to our service department with your contact information to the address on the service page. Follow the instructions online if making an online purchase.