Winchester ranger 120 20 gauge trigger assembly removal issue

[James T]

Title pretty much says it all. I have a 120 that I wanted to take apart to clean and after I pull the pin out, the trigger assembly seems stuck. It'll wiggle a slight bit but it doesn't want to come out.

It is a youth model so I don't know if that makes a difference or not.

If anyone has any tips or recommendations it would be greatly appreciated.

 

[.455_Hunter]

Is the hammer cocked?

The 1300 owner's manual I am reviewing indicates that is step one before removing the pin to pivot the trigger assembly downwards.

 

[James T]

It is.

 

[Frostbite]

Sliding the action half way might help you if not already tried.

 

[James T]

Sliding the action half way might help you if not already tried.

Thanks. I ended up resolving the issue... Turns out, it was gummed up enough that it didn't want to slide back enough to pivot out. Once I decided to get "rough" enough with it, it came right out.