Shirogorov F3 pivot disassembly

[wwells20]

I'm having a problem with the pivot just spinning when I try to remove the bolt. I've tried side loading the blade both vertical and horizontal, along with a little heat to the bolt. Anyone have some insight? Thanks, Walter

 

[brancron]

I'm having a problem with the pivot just spinning when I try to remove the bolt. I've tried side loading the blade both vertical and horizontal, along with a little heat to the bolt. Anyone have some insight? Thanks, Walter

Have you tried applying firm pressure on the lock bar (pushing it inwards towards the part of the pivot that's spinning) with the knife fully open when torxing? That has worked for me in the past. These damn spinning pivots are a major annoyance, though.

 

[wwells20]

Have you tried applying firm pressure on the lock bar (pushing it inwards towards the part of the pivot that's spinning) with the knife fully open when torxing? That has worked for me in the past. These damn spinning pivots are a major annoyance, though.

Thanks, I'll give it a shot.