Now that I finally got the damn thing, I can't seem to remove the triggerguard.

There are two screws there that seem to hold it on. I used the correct bit and gave it everything I had, but no go, so I suspect there is something else holding the screws.

Anybody done this?

Take it to a gunsmith or someone that knows what they are doing

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Originally posted by Jim Kobe:
or someone that knows what they are doing

That would not be you, for sure!

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Originally posted by 22WRF:
Now that I finally got the damn thing, I can't seem to remove the triggerguard.

There are two screws there that seem to hold it on. I used the correct bit and gave it everything I had, but no go, so I suspect there is something else holding the screws.

Anybody done this?

Kobe's right. If you have given it all you have and you have nothing left to give, then find someone who can do it. Or, apply a little heat. Maybe tap the screw driver handle while applying tension to the screw.

Its not that important. I just want to take it off to see if one shaped like a Blackburn can be put on. I can certainly call the company to see what they use to hold the screws in there. I was just seeing if anyone here had done this before I called. Its probably some sort of locktight or whatever they call it.

Where exactly are you going to get the replacement unit shaped like the Blackburn bow?

Those look like flat heads and if they won't budge there is a good chance you are not getting them out without using a center punch or chisel. You'll need a couple new screws then. Are they stainless or CM? Stainless are typically softer and won't put up with the torque. About the only chance you have is to put a bit in the screw with good pressure from a drill press or arbor press while supporting inside the TG so it doesn't collapse. Try grinding the bottom of the bit flat with no radius so it will get full surface contact and be less likely to cam out.

Or, just leave it be.

Call NRC and ask. I expect some thread lock.

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Originally posted by Chuck Nelson:
Where exactly are you going to get the replacement unit shaped like the Blackburn bow?

I've had three apart. They have some threadlocker on them so just apply a little heat and they will turn.

Thanks Bitterroot