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08-24-2012, 09:52 PM #1
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08-26-2012, 02:27 AM #2
After writing all the below, I just found another thread with the best description and Photos of the same thing! The Link is here Pin removal photos
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For simplicity in my dotage, I use a small round burr (~1-1.5mm/ 1/16th of an inch) in a Dremel to cut to the center of the pin. I have a piece of shim brass with holes in it the size of washers I have encountered. A piece of pop can would work also. I place that over/ around the washer and use the side of the burr to cut into the pin. I like this method because I can rest and support both hands on my worktable and, with my safety glasses on, I can have my eyes close enough to be accurate in my work. Then use a drill in the Dremel or a drill press to drill the pin through the first scale. I hold the scales by the wedge end against a wood block and use my other hand to do the drilling. I use the scales holding hand to move the scales up and down and twist them so the drill bit is always being centered into the pin.
It sounds hard but is really easy once you catch on. I drill through only the first scale and then carefully pry it up and twist it to the side. Then i remove the blade. I then assure that the pin is loose in the other scale and not bent or too thick from peening. If it is, I clip the pin at the other scale and file it to the level on the inside of the scale. Usually it can then be easily pressed out by hand with a pin of steel or a small nail.
There are many ways as you have seen and you will combine a few to meet your habits and eyesight.
Have fun!
~RichardLast edited by Geezer; 08-26-2012 at 02:34 AM. Reason: Better description with picureds just found!
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