Disassembly Punch – 3/32″

Description

Removing the front locking block pin from an FN 509, FN 510, or FN 545 can be a stubborn task, especially in a high-dust, high-heat environment like the Arizona desert. Heat cycling and grit can lock those pins in tight. This 3/32″ Disassembly Punch is a spring-powered tool, modified by Apex with a flat tip, designed specifically to break that pin free without the frustration of a traditional hammer and punch.

Real-World Benefit: This punch delivers a direct, powerful impact to the pin face. Instead of fighting a drifting punch or risking damage to your frame, you get a controlled, repeatable strike that pops the pin loose in just a few hits. It’s built for speed and reliability when you’re breaking down your pistol for deep cleaning or maintenance after a range session in the heat.

How it works for you:

• Direct Energy Transfer: The flat tip aligns squarely with the pin. When you release the spring, the hammer drives the anvil, sending a focused shockwave down the pin. No glancing blows, no marred pins.
• Suppressor-Ready Workflow: If you run a suppressor, you know carbon and fouling build up fast. This tool makes field-stripping for that extra cleaning cycle faster and simpler. Less time fighting pins, more time shooting.
• Designed for the Desert: Sand and dust don’t stop this tool. It’s a mechanical solution that works the same in a 110°F garage or a dusty range. No electronics, no batteries, no issues.

Specs & Fitment:

• Tip Size: 3/32″ flat tip (modified by Apex).
• Compatibility: FN 509, FN 510, and FN 545 (all variants).
• Recommended Use: Best paired with the Apex Disassembly Fixture for your specific FN pistol model. The fixture holds the frame securely and provides the correct alignment for the punch.
• Construction: Spring-powered drive pin with anvil and hammer rings for a two-handed operation.

Quick Start:

• Wear safety glasses. Remove all ammunition from the workspace.
• Unload and field strip the pistol per factory instructions. Remove the Take Down Lever from the frame.
• Place the frame into the correct Apex Disassembly Fixture. Set the fixture on a solid surface (workbench leg or concrete floor works well).
• Insert the