Removing slide stop on 5906
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A drop of oil couldn't hurt. Try using the edge of a counter too, for leverage.
After assuring an empty gun - with the mag out, pull the slide back and line up the cut out with the slide stop. Standing at the edge of the hard surfaced counter top, press the pistol down with the slidestop point on the edge of the counter. Should pop up with just a moderate amount of pressure.
Good luck! Hope this helps! Regards 18DAI
After assuring an empty gun - with the mag out, pull the slide back and line up the cut out with the slide stop. Standing at the edge of the hard surfaced counter top, press the pistol down with the slidestop point on the edge of the counter. Should pop up with just a moderate amount of pressure.
Good luck! Hope this helps! Regards 18DAI
wlp624
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I also couldn't get mine to budge the first time. If you have access to another pair of hands, hold the slide back to where the notch aligns with the slide lock lever, and have your helper tap the head of the release shaft with a punch and small hammer. Once its out and has been cleaned properly, it will pop out easily by hand the next time.
On my newly acquired 5906 I put a drop of rem oil and left it over night. I lined up the slide cut outs over the pin and it pushed right out. Good luck, let us know how it turns out.
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I also have a 5906 that I have been having a heck of a time getting the slide out. Doing everything mentioned here and on you tube and still no luck. Just bought it and would like to give a good cleaning up inside. Is there a chance the pin could be bent inside. Any ideas. Thanks much
Ross3914
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While there is a possibilty it's bent, it's highly unlikely. The slide stop can be VERY tough to get out, and the odds are high that it's not bent and just hard to get out.
I use the base of the magazine to push the slide stop out. I hook my left thumb in the front of the trigger guard and use my left index finger on the front of the slide to hold the slide in the right place, then I use my free right hand to push on the slid stop with the mag base, or some other tool.
I've had to use 18DAI's the edge of the counter method as well.
As several others have noticed, it's pretty stuck the first few times and then gets easier.
I use the base of the magazine to push the slide stop out. I hook my left thumb in the front of the trigger guard and use my left index finger on the front of the slide to hold the slide in the right place, then I use my free right hand to push on the slid stop with the mag base, or some other tool.
I've had to use 18DAI's the edge of the counter method as well.
As several others have noticed, it's pretty stuck the first few times and then gets easier.
I have used the same technique as Ross3914 and it works well. It seems that the first time is the worst. The slide HAS TO BE held in just the right spot for the slide stop to come out. Once you do get it out , when you go to put it back in you will see why the slide and stop have to line up just right.
Silversmok3
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The first time is always the most awkward. Of course, make sure you practice proper gun safety when you handle your tool!
On a serious note, we must remember that most people are not diligent maintainers of their firearms. The Model 539 I bought last month required involved effort to field strip, and the reason why was apparent- I found a good 20 years' worth of accumulated crud, carbon, and lint residue. Its a miracle the darn thing wasn't seized up.
If the previous owner of my firearm happens to be reading this-dude, you suck. I realize these guns are tough, but you want to clean them at least one every decade!
On a serious note, we must remember that most people are not diligent maintainers of their firearms. The Model 539 I bought last month required involved effort to field strip, and the reason why was apparent- I found a good 20 years' worth of accumulated crud, carbon, and lint residue. Its a miracle the darn thing wasn't seized up.
If the previous owner of my firearm happens to be reading this-dude, you suck. I realize these guns are tough, but you want to clean them at least one every decade!
I use the base of a "Sharpie pen" to push on the slide stop ...... it's rounded and it will fit into the dimple on the right side of the frame.
I also grip the gun in my right hand (semi shootinggrip) and use my trigger finger in the ejection port to align the notch...... then with the Sharpie in my left hand push the pin until it "pops' out ......then pull it all the way out with my left hand
I also grip the gun in my right hand (semi shootinggrip) and use my trigger finger in the ejection port to align the notch...... then with the Sharpie in my left hand push the pin until it "pops' out ......then pull it all the way out with my left hand
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I finally got the slide pin out. Held the barrel back with a small hose clamp and put the gun in a vice with protective jaws on it and after a couple hits with a brass punch out it came. Was pretty clean inside so oiled it lightly and put it together and took it back apart to see how was to do again. Just had to tap the pin lightly and out it came. Thanks for all your advice guys. Now I have to hunt down some primers.
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I meant to say I held the slide back with a small hose clamp. Did not want parts going all over the place when it came apart.
I'm finding it a little tough
I don't know if my spring is especially stiff, but I have difficulty holding the slide open (maybe needs rounds shot through it). I ended up holding it open with both hands and inserting a block of wood into the ejection port with my teeth. Then I have to use some implement as has been described here (sharpie, pencil eraser) to push the pin through far enough to where I can finally pry the lock out from the other side, usually with difficulty. I hope I can improve on this process!!!
I don't know if my spring is especially stiff, but I have difficulty holding the slide open (maybe needs rounds shot through it). I ended up holding it open with both hands and inserting a block of wood into the ejection port with my teeth. Then I have to use some implement as has been described here (sharpie, pencil eraser) to push the pin through far enough to where I can finally pry the lock out from the other side, usually with difficulty. I hope I can improve on this process!!!
