YES!!!! The stock came loose. Pop the Champaign cork(s).
The protruding locating pin at the bottom center of the butt holding the other grip panel is now your big concern. Gentle finger pressure on the remaining ivory, from the inside, just above that pin will release the remaining grip panel. Or, if it is ornery, while holding the revolver in one hand with the stock panel facing down over a soft towel, a gentle tap on the exposed pin with a tack hammer or the butt of your screwdriver will probably pop the panel off. With the stocks removed, you can now clean the revolver without worrying about damaging the stocks.
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Mike Maher #283
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