[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by John Sabato

Here is the thread: http://forum.lugerforum.com/showthre...in+spring+tool

Here are the photos:

Thanks for showing/linking!

I've only had to detail strip 2 or 3 Lugers, and frankly I don't recall how I got that mainspring in/out...But I do recall having it facing the wrong way when I was ready to finally 'set the hook'...

Now, I'm looking at the tool with the pink background color, and I think the very tip of the tool is split...At least that is my impression...Is it???

Edit: I took my grip off to look, and now I remember that I used an old needle-scaler needle (they're 3mm x 7" long and exactly fit in the hole) to use both hands to get the spring compressed, with the frame in a vise.

BTW: I use this tool to pull cuttings off my lathe work, but it should work on Luger mainsprings as well as its primary purpose - Cotter Pin Puller. Should be available at any auto parts/tools store. Handy thing to throw in your toolbox.