Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release

[HuntR]

So i just started stripping down my M16 ready for a fresh coat of paint. And on the last bit to take down the screw stripped. It's the mag release hex/alun screw.

Anybody have any tip's on how to get this out. I don't care if i ruin the mag catch i can buy a new one.

[hapi]

Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release

Is that the tiny screw holding the push button on? Have used a small Intument/watchmatchers screwdriver before. Tap in with small hammer until it bites and it should come out. If not 3mm drill and take the head off the screw.

[d_k]

Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release

small drill bit, drill that screw out

[DCRISP07]

Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release

You could also Epoxy/Superglue an old Allen key into it and try that, depends how tight in it is though.

[richardy]

Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release

tilt the allen key to the side and push hard it may bite, or as siad hammer a flat blade screwdriver in there and twist / use plyers to twist.

[b16jus]

Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release

yes they are about £5 for a new catch, prob drill head off is easiest

J

[HuntR]

Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release

Cheers guys. I did end up drilling through the screw with my new dremel kit. Luckily enough it arrived today in perfect time for me to do it.