M52: cartridges are not ejected

[Heinz Heisters]

Hello,
I actually purchased a model 52-2 (it shoots phantastic - but) I am having a problem with the cartridge cases not ejecting. Can anyone tell me how to solve this? Do I do it myself or go to a gunsmith? Thanks so much for any help!
I bought the gun in Vienna for 800 euros, and the first 10 test shots at the dealer were OK. However, the next day at the shooting range, I discovered that out of every five shots, two or three weren't ejected and were jamming.

 

[Rule3]

This should be under gunsmithing but.....

What exact ammo are you using? They are very picky
Have you cleaned the gun??

First thing I did with mine after cleaning was replace the recoil spring, mag spring, mainspring.
Then if that doesn't help. replace the extractor.

I do not now what parts are available to you or how familiar with guns.

 

[s&wchad]

What exact ammo are you using? They are very picky
Have you cleaned the gun??

I agree, I'd start with a good clean and lube of the slide rails. If that doesn't solve the issue, your loads may be a little too light. They were made to work with flush mount mid-range wadcutters.

 

[Heinz Heisters]

Thanks for your reply, but unfortunately, I'm not familiar with gun repairs... I shot with Sellier & Bellot. I could also try Geco, but I don't think it's the ammunition. As for spare parts, the seller assured me they're either unavailable or very difficult to find.

 

[Heinz Heisters]

I agree, I'd start with a good clean and lube of the slide rails. If that doesn't solve the issue, your loads may be a little too light. They were made to work with flush mount mid-range wadcutters.

Thanks for reply - I HAVE cleaned and lubet. I think I will ask my gunsmith

 

[Heinz Heisters]

This should be under gunsmithing but.....

What exact ammo are you using? They are very picky
Have you cleaned the gun??

First thing I did with mine after cleaning was replace the recoil spring, mag spring, mainspring.
Then if that doesn't help. replace the extractor.

I do not now what parts are available to you or how familiar with guns.

Thanks for your reply, but unfortunately, I'm not familiar with gun repairs... I shot with Sellier & Bellot. I could also try Geco, but I don't think that the ammunition is the problem. As for spare parts, the seller assured me they're either unavailable or very difficult to find.

 

[Rule3]

But which SB ammo?? They must be flat wad cutters

I do not know if Wolff Gunsprings can/will ship to you but they have recoil and mag springs. Send them a email.

They are easy to change, many online videos and diagrams.

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Necessary Tools:

Have available the following tools to work with:

- Schematic and Parts List for both the early and later Model 52s (see below)
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[Rule3]

I do not know if it is "legal" to ship parts to Austria. Seems silly if not.
Gun parts has an extractor but not sure if the same as yours? Other than that there is not much else.

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[tjpopkin]

My 52-2 prefers Federal 148gr.Match Wadcutters. I hand-load, so that likely is not an option for you....
Wolff Springs are the best, but take the gun apart....very simple (see instructions above), spray with a synthetic lube like CLP and clean until spotless....the 52 is very finicky about ammo ....which is likely your problem..

 

[WR Moore]

OK, if YOU shot it at the dealers, ask them what ammunition they used and get some. If THEY TOLD YOU they shot it and it worked fine, ask them to demonstrate it for you while you watch. And then you try it.

There's a slight difference between extracting and ejecting. Your grip on the gun might not be tight enough. Although the advice about the design being ammunition sensitive might be the case.