Take down is a breeze, I use a little plastic piece I made that has a dimple where the end of the recoil spring slips into. I find the original "tool" stinks. It is too long and slips off. You can also use a 22 case in a pinch.Sebago Son said:These are very functional, if odd looking guns...... Don't loose the instructions if you ever hope to take it down for cleaning....