Receiver stuck in Mannlicher stock

[James1]

Just purchased a NiB Ruger 10/22 w/Mannlicher stock. I've owned and maintained my own 10/22s for years. However, after removing the screw holding the stock to the receiver and centering the safety the receiver/barrel assembly will not lift out. The front swivel mounts below the barrel and the front under-collar is simply decorative and does not attach to the barrel in any way. I'm stumped and looking for answers. Anyone? James1

 

[MOUNTAIN WILLIAM]

Decorative or not, the metal nose piece/under collar must be removed before you attempt to lift the receiver out of the stock. If you do not, you risk breaking the wood around the collar.

 

[James1]

Thanks for the warning. Will work on removing the tip.

 

[mike7mm08]

Tip slides forward to remove. Unscrew the small wood screw then gently tap the fore end tip forward. I usually wrap a small flat screwdriver in electrical tape to catch the edge of the tip to tap it off. Some will slide right off others will need some gentle yet forceful hammering.