I inherited my deceased dear father's gun collection. Some interesting stuff but grew up with some so it's like being your again. Anyway on real interesting rifle is his Savage 24V combo over/under with a .223 and the 20 ga shotgun. Pretty good shape with an okay scope.

Problem is it is just stuck closed! I believe it's empty and and have carefully cocked and fired both barrels. But can't be sure.

PLEASE is anyone can give me guidance on how to try to fix?? I went to a local gunsmith at a range nearby but he tried but suggested I just go home to search the Internet.

I live outside Chicago and there are not a lot gunsmiths but I am open. I am pretty capable with tools and willing to try any ideas.


Thanks so much!

And sorry if this is the wrong forum let me know and I'll cut and paste over.....TIA

Craig