1911 add on rail

[acmax95]

I have a 1911 with a Novaks tactical rail installed on the dustcover. I had this done about a year ago and I have now decided I don't want it on there anymore.

There were 3 holes drilled in the dustcover and I have got 2 of the screws loose but the third will not budge. Also, the rail itself is, I believe silver soldered to the frame. Is there a way to break the third screw free as well as remove the silver solder from the rail and frame.

I know the finish on the frame will be messed up a little but I can live with that.

BTW, the gun is an RIA Tactical

 

[kanook]

Take a soldering gun and heat the screw that is still in. It might come out easily or not.

 

[BBBBill]

If it was silver soldered, it will require very high heat to remove it. The finish will definitely be ruined. Gonna get expensive .......