I am trying to replace the stock magazine release (Colt) with one that is 1/16-inch longer. The screw that apparently locks the release in place does not seem to want to unthread. Is there some trick here? I applied quite a bit of force, but stopped before I cammed out the screw head slot. Is there some other way to remove/replace the magazine release?

it doesn't have threads, it has a lever, you have to push the mag release button while you turn it, The lever has to travel through a little slot in the frame, The mag button has to be pushed almost all the way in before you can turn the screw. it only turns about a quarter turn or so before you can drop the mag release out.

As slabsides pointed out, push the mag release almost all the way. And while doing that, put just a little (and I mean LITTLE) pressure on the screw (counter-clockwise) until it unlocks. You will probably have to adjust the amount of engagement on the mag release while you do it. But it will come out............take your time.

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you are most welcome, Now any time you see a burred screw on a mag release you'll know why

you are most welcome, Now any time you see a burred screw on a mag release you'll know why

Lordy, Lordy...How many of those have I seen?

anymore if I see one on a used gun that isn't burred, I wonder whats wrong with it

Only 4..............

I think I have to write a small "Technical Article" explaining that. Why are you guys always make me work? Geee!!!!

LoL

Edit: OK, I made it, took a couple of pictures and put it in the "Technical Issues" forum. You make me tired!! LoL

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