M-1 Carbine hold open pin issue

ammo guy

I have a M-1 Carbine Op rod that the hold open pin is very hard to move up and down, unclear the best method to correct this. I am sure it can be removed but don't know the procedure?

charliemeyer007

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNkZ4Ub8qNo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsdajRrUaWE

ammo guy

Thanks, very helpful

nmyers

Just be aware, there are 3 different types of hold open pin, & even the last revision (type 3) doesn't work reliably. The War Dept was never concerned about this, the hold open is never really needed. Just don't fool around in the chamber with either your fingers or a live round when the hold open is engaged.

Neal