I got this Mills Silent Modern Front (Double Eagle, Mills Silent Vendor) knowing that the mech was locked up mid-cycle.
But boy oh boy, it's locked up solid.
I wanted to try backing off the operating fork lift pin (photo 4), but I can't crack that adjustment screw to save my life (photo 2). I tried a little oil on the screw, still won't budge.
I tried "popping" the ratchet (photo 3), but that won't budge.
Handle mech won't go down any further (or won't move any further), so I can't get a little tension off of ratchet (or other parts).
There is no "play" on any part associated with the handle. It's a rather clean mech, no rust, metal looks good (photo 1).
Any suggestions?