The crane is retained by the crane lock, a semi-circular steel clip. This cannot be removed without taking off the sideplate, exposing the lockwork. This is not required for ordinary maintenance. I would STRONGLY urge you not to do that, but seek a qualified pistolsmith for help if repair is needed.
Dan Crane was born in 1936.
common Allen wrenches but to remove the barrel or barrel nut look for dan Wesson parts i recently bought nut removal tool as a kit,
Dan Wesson Firearms was created in 1968.
dan wesson model 163305
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Letter frame sizes are used by Smith & Wesson. Dan Wesson Firearms is no relation to S&W, and does not use a letter.
I can send you a scan of the Dan Wesson manual if you send me your email. You'll need a feeler guage and Dan Wesson barrel wrench. Do you have these items which originally came with the revolver??
Someone on the Dan Wesson Forum might be able to help.
Dan Wesson is now operated by Kahr Firearms. You can also check the Dan Wesson Forum, auctionarms and gunbroker websites, as well as gun shops and gun shows.
Dan Wesson makes a real firearm. And has contracted Crosman to make a Real BB gun and an Airsoft gun.