Stevens Model 525

[Scott Lyons]

I was recently given a Stevens Model 525 by my uncle. The shotgun has been in the family since the early 1900's I think. On the side of the receiver it states: J. Stevens Arms & Tool Co. Chicopee Falls, MA Browning Pats Feb 7, 1905 Aug 27, 1907. Serial #35432. Can someone tell me when the gun was manufactured, and more importantly someone who knows a little bit about these guns. I had the gun restored and when I got it back the gun will not cycle or open. The gunsmith who did the work had three more of the same gun that had the same issue. There is a push button on the side of the receiver, however no matter how hard I push the button, the gun will not open. I have tried to find schematics and information, however no luck.

Thanks for any help you can give me!-----Scott Lyons

[scosgt]

Try pushing the slide forward while you push the button.