Side plate

Jim,

That is what I was referring to.

A slight upward bending of the forward tongue of the sideplate would allow the sideplate to be assembled with the rear tongue out of the retaining grove, and would also cause a binding of the takedown lever when properly assembled.

While this is not a serious problem it could again in the future cause the same problem to one who is not aware of the condition.

The remedy would be to very carefully bend the forward tongue inward toward the frame.

BE VERY CAREFUL !!

Without the proper skill and experience this could be a disaster! In as much as the amount is only a few thousandths of an inch,Tipically .003" to .005"

or for comparison about the thickness of a sheet of tablet paper. Very little when you think of it, and best done by a good machinest or gunsmith.

Care must be taken not to scratch or mar the finish if the part.

That must be done !!

ViggoG