I dismantled my .380 auto model 84 Beretta without a problem, cleaned it, and have spent at least an hour trying to get it back together again. I read the manual; watched 2 web sites that explain how to do it. I kept the magazine out. I had the trigger cocked and in fired position - doesn't matter.
I have the recoil spring guide in the appropriate notch and the barrel is in its correct position. Neither protrudes from the front of the gun.
When I slide the unit back onto the pistol, the barrel and slide move to the rear, but the guide rod protrudes from the front of the pistol. I can slide the latch closed but the slide cannot be moved back to engage the slide lock so that the action is in the full open position
I am absolutely at a loss to figure out why the guide rod doesn't stay flush with the barrel as I slide it into position to turn the latch to lock it.
Any suggestions?
I have the recoil spring guide in the appropriate notch and the barrel is in its correct position. Neither protrudes from the front of the gun.
When I slide the unit back onto the pistol, the barrel and slide move to the rear, but the guide rod protrudes from the front of the pistol. I can slide the latch closed but the slide cannot be moved back to engage the slide lock so that the action is in the full open position
I am absolutely at a loss to figure out why the guide rod doesn't stay flush with the barrel as I slide it into position to turn the latch to lock it.
Any suggestions?