survivor wrote:
I believe those bushings are just pressed in. They are pillars. Just like when you pillar bed a stock.
So , you could press out the pillar (with the action). But I emphasize “press” not beat on it with a hammer.
Good luck.
Thanks for the tip. I managed to press out the bushing carefully without damaging the stock. The bushing and screw became one in rust, no way that will ever be separated. New bushings are available now on to rust treatment.
Thanks!