One the problems I came across during my first restoration was with removing the tin manufacturers tag affixed by two pins. These pins are punched into their appropriate holes at the factory and can make a removing the tag a real chore. For tags that are placed in such a location that allows access from behind, you can do what I did and create a punch tool.
A punch is a metal tool that is cylindical along it’s length with a flat end. You can buy them in different sizes, depending on the size of the item you need to punch out. I saved myself a few bucks and made my own out of a standard framing nail. Using my bench grinder, I formed the end to be able to fit inside the holes that the pins are inside. Then, using a small hammer, I placed the punch behind the pin and tapped it out from behind.
Of course, not all tags can be reached from behind so you’ll have to try alternate methods for those. I’ve found that very thin putty knives can sometimes get underneath the head of a pin, and if worked gently enough can slowely coax the pin out. Care must be taken though to not break off the head. If that does happen though, all is not lost. Almost all of the holes for pins are drilled all the way through, so you can use a tap to push the broken pin all the way through the hole and out the other side. Then, get a replacement pin and you’re set!
I have a friend who has a walker-turner jig saw he restoring. he would like to find some tabs to put his ser plate back with.
Hi; They are called “drive screws” and you can buy them from McMaster-Carr.