r/canadaguns • u/Wide-Ship-9409 • 3d ago

Feets / Collection / My build Valtro PM-5 Shotgun

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Hi fellas!

This is my original Italian Valtro PM-5 box magazine fed 12 gauge pump shotgun.

It was initially produced by Valtro in the 80s, and Brixia continued production after Valtro went down.

The magazine takes 7 shells, and are quite expensive to source.

It was used by various police and military units, and French Navy is still keeping them in service.

Overall, I love the pistol grip and fixed stock, and the fact that it is a reliable mag-fed shotgun. The 14” barrel makes it quite maneuverable and gives it a cool look. Some people do not like the length of pull though, which I don’t mind.

Note: Trigger lock was temporarily removed for pictures; it is on it at all times.

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u/EmailMeBaby 3d ago

Are you able to cycle the action when the mag is in and you dont have any shells in it? Mine seems to always get caught on the mag follower. Not that it really matters when you have shells in it.

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u/Wide-Ship-9409 3d ago

Yes, it actually does cycle when the mag is in with no shells! And this action is desperate for some good lube session, so I feel like it might be the mag follower as you said.
It may sound stupid, but have you tried putting a touch of oil at the very back of the follower?