2005 MR Vader Pin Issue - Tip Needed

Does anyone have any advice on removing the "clamp pin" on a 2005 MR Saber?

I have one that is very stubborn, and I do not wan tot scratch and damage the hilt getting this sucker out.

Any tips or ideas on a way to do this without tearing up a scratchless hilt would be greatly, greatly, greatly appreciated!

Many Thanks,

Jon

Taken from this thread on the subject, suggestions include:

Use a C Clamp to press the two sides of the switch plates together. That should reduce the pressure on the pin and allow it to slip out with pliers.
Wrap tape around the clamp and plates to prevent scratches.
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Some guys have been successful pushing the pin out using a nail punch and hammer.
Put it in a bench vice to create a solid base. Clamp the switch to remove tension on the pin. Seat the punch on one end of the pin and tap the punch lightly with a hammer to push it through.
Again, Protect your saber with layers of tape.

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Originally Posted by Cire Yeldarb

Taken from this thread on the subject, suggestions include:

Use a C Clamp to press the two sides of the switch plates together. That should reduce the pressure on the pin and allow it to slip out with pliers.
Wrap tape around the clamp and plates to prevent scratches.
Attachment 15172


Some guys have been successful pushing the pin out using a nail punch and hammer.
Put it in a bench vice to create a solid base. Clamp the switch to remove tension on the pin. Seat the punch on one end of the pin and tap the punch lightly with a hammer to push it through.
Again, Protect your saber with layers of tape.

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Thank you Cire! I got it with the punch!

Glad to hear it! :D