We've got a problem with my wife's ruger 22/45. The first step in field stripping is of course to use a paperclip (OR SIMILAR) to open & swing out the mainspring housing. Only problem is, it will only open about 1/4 inch, and definitely won't swing out. Any ideas? This gun had been successfully stripped in the weeks before, but now, no joy.
If no ideas, any suggestions for a good gunsmith for this gun?