Shure 51 -- anyone know how to open it?

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I've got an old Shure model 51 that I need to get inside of to be able to replace the grill cloth, and to wire it for XLR. Trouble is, I can't seem to get it all the way open. I removed the combination mount/jack at the swivel, and there are two screws on the lower part of the shell that I was able to remove, but there's still something in the upper part of the shell that prevents it from opening more than about 1/4" at the bottom edge.

hooThe only two things that come to mind would be either a lip that one half of the shell hooks into the other with, or a screw hidden behind the Shure logo insert that's above the grille. I'd really rather not go prying that insert out if I can avoid it, so if anyone knows for certain how the shell is held together, I'd greatly appreciate hearing about it.

Thanks!
 
hey i have the same problem, i cant split those two parts!! you can't find the way yet?? thanks! (Nico from argentina)
 
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