Erma EP25 firing pin spring

[sheepherder]

Originally Posted by ithacaartist

I've developed a less risky set of moves for their take-down, but a lapse in vigilance is a gun spring's worst enemy when messing with them.

I had adopted the procedure of taking a risky spring apart while under the [white] sheets of my bed, in broad daylight (window blinds up), and with a flashlight if necessary (and safety glasses). Worked great; spring flew out but was held in by the sheet.

Recently I read about using a large [one foot square] Glad storage bag to capture errant springs/guides. I was dubious, but I tried it, and as long as you can keep the opening mostly closed, it works OK.

...But going under the sheets seems to raise the most interest...