Removing blades from one peice sticks

[xMenace 0]

I am trying to remove the blade from my Mission Hex-1 so I can replace the Ribero with something sane. I've fried it with a heat gun and cut the coating around the seem, but it won't budge.

I was easily able to remove a Bauer XX blade; they practically slide out on their own.

Any tricks, hints, or tips? I do not want to cut it off.

[tiki21 0]

you cant just heat up and take the blade out of every one piece..

[rugdnit 0]

i have done it and i would not recommendt it. the epoxy they use to bond the blade and shaft are pretty strong. if you insist get a dremel, a dust mask and some determination. may i just have to face up that i am the one who is whacked- i thought the Ribeiro pattern was the only sane one they had. i am still begging for them to bring back the Carter.