[wwhitby]

I've got a Charles Daly (hey, it’s worked GREAT for me) Commander size .45 that needs a total cleaning. I can't figure out how to get the ambidextrous safety off. My other Government Model has the standard safety, and that's no problem, but I don't want to go pulling and twisting without knowing how to remove it.

[B36]

Likely a tongue and grove setup. After removing the grips, mainspring, sear, etc, use a hide mallet to tap the left side of the safety. thisw should loosen up the right side after a bit of careful effort. Safety should be in the on position incase the sear pin is groved and has not been removed yet.

Be patient :uhoh:

[nemesis]

The technical term for the method used to remove the right side of an ambi safety is "wiggling".

[Zeke Menuar]

The technical term for the method used to remove the right side of an ambi safety is "wiggling".

I believe there is some colorful language that is essential to the whole experience also.

ZM

[1911Tuner]

If it's got the curved arm that fits under the right-side grip panel...use a feeler gauge blade to slip under the safety and lightly pry it up. When you get enough clearance, slip a butter knife under it and worry it off.

If it's a Mueshke type with a long, slotted sear pin that captures the right side of the safety, you have to remove the left side first so the right side will rotate upward past the pin.

Luck!

[Old Fuff]

One can save a considerable amount of aggravation, language and trouble by:

1. Removing the safety.

2. Replacing it with a standard safety. If you are right-handed (with the safety on the left side) you really don’t need the gadget kind.

(Old Fuff has retreated to his cave to get flame suit) ... :eek: :evil: :D