robthom

The Holland "Take out of stock" takedown is released via a BIG Screw in from of the Magazine
and a smaler one at the back of the Trigger Guard. The rear tang of the action slides in under a
piece of metal that is inletted into the stock. The recoil lug slots into a slot which is reinforced
with metal (well mine was !!!).

"although I would be concerned about screw wear."

I don't think they are intended to be taken down and put together all of the time.

The Holland I had was fine and it was made in approx 1912.

Since you mentioned Thomas Bland, you reminded me that I have a 404 Take Down
using the unsrew system - like Holland's. Again, this shows no sign of wear.

Hope this helps.

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