Technical

The SL3 has a most intriguing action. It has a trigger-lock assembly that, as noted, looks as if it might have been intended to be quick detachable originally, like a DT10 or 11 (or Perazzi). The design and execution are impeccable. The lock-up system is new (but similar to an SO10). A bolt about halfway down the standing breech engages with protrusions on the lower section of the monobloc, which locate into the breech-face. On the barrel there are two replaceable studs, “lower hooks” to allow for tightening the gun with over-sizes in the future. The V-type mainsprings allow for a faster lock time as well as crisper pulls. There are new-style ejectors similar to those of the SO10, held into the chamber area/ monobloc on a dovetail running right the way through. The monobloc itself is quite long. There is new top-lever with a tapered profile to its rear.