I've torn apart about 20 K, L or N frames and can do it with some ease (but I'll never quit my day job).
So I bought a beater Mdl 36 wherein some previous owner had chopped off part of the hammer spur in a clumsy attempt, I presume, to bob the hammer. No problem: I found a replacement, almost factory new.
Except....I can't figure out how to remove the coil main spring, without damaging something.
Stupid basic question, I know, but I need some basic help.
Also, once I get it off, would it be stupid to take a coil off to reduce cocking effort?
Expert help gratefully accepted.