Just received a working Mills Vest Pocket in the mail. The reel strips are very hard and almost unreadable due to over lubricating/oiling the mech. Wanting to replace them, but unlike the "big boy" mechs I don't see any way to peal back the side of the reels and then pinch them back into position.
What's the secret here to replacing reel strips. Glue? What kind? What to be careful of ?
Also, I wish we could discuss packing and shipping Slots correctly. This "vest" came so loosely packed, key left in the lock,the key banged up against it's cardboard box,key got bent, lock also got bent, moved a bit enough, so , the back came off and the mech slipped out a bit. Gently rebent the key, had to rebend the lock mechanism, no damage to the mech...all is calm. Pays/plays well! OLA!
Thanks, Marty in Florida