I have a 1915 Stevens Favorite Action I would like recommendations on the safe method(s) to remove/disassemble and reassemble/install the Coil Spring Assembly powering the Hammer.
The hammer end is hidden within the receiver housing.
The 'butt' end is accessible but is formed by a sleeve with an angle cut on the 'butt' end that fits against a groove in an anchor screw threaded into the lower tang.
The sleeve has the end of the spring guide rod appearing at the start of the angle cut.
The Spring appears to be very strong as the force needed to cock the hammer is quite large.
I do NOT want the assembly to violently send parts around my work space!
Best Regards,
Chev. William