I'm new here, but have a problem. I have a Remington Model 51 circa 1919. There are two problems that are occurring with it and I would like to know how to fix it. First, the safety lever has absolutely no effect on the operation. It might as well be removed for all it does. Second, when I have taken it out, after each shot I have to ease up on the back strap safety and depress it again before I can take another shot. I'm hoping for some guidance on this as my options for gunsmiths up here with such a rare gun are very limited.
Thanks!