Help- stuck action screw

[Ridgeratt]

They actually make a tool that turns to the left when struck specifically for this type of situation. I have used them for removing screws on airplanes but can't for the life of me remember what it's called.

They are called ez outs, or a screw extractor.

[bigdub257]

They actually make a tool that turns to the left when struck specifically for this type of situation. I have used them for removing screws on airplanes but can't for the life of me remember what it's called.

This?
https://www.amazon.com/CRAFTSMAN-Impact-Driver-8-Inch-CMMT14104/dp/B07R96M9VW/ref=asc_df_B07R96M9VW/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693640803529&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3859443181150509873&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9051524&hvtargid=pla-792201167904&psc=1&mcid=2865703195bd3de9aa2fc5126a7ebad2&gad_source=1

[Wood2Sawdust]

I would not use something that you hit with a hammer to loosen it on a wood stock

[chukardogs]

I think it stands to reason that being careful is a must but striking the screw is an effective way of getting epoxy to release from the surfaces. Done it myself a few times in a few different circumstances, at least once on a rifle bedding job. Good luck!

[JimmyHoffa]

What about firing a few rounds through it?  Or putting it in the freezer and then working on it?