I've still not been able to remove my Springfield M1A operating handle despite looking at the books, posts, videos, etc. I have another idea. I'd like to have the receiver/barrel removed from the stock, take out the spring, move the Op handle full forward, and heat up the receiver notch area with a heat gun at 800 degrees. I'm thinking that is not hot enough to hurt the metal, but may expand the notch to the point I could get it out.
Any advice?
Any advice?