Piggyback - spindles are not always structural. Sometimes they're held in
place by moldings applied over them. In any case, some study required to
ascertain what manner of beast you're dealing with. One thing I can say
with confidence, younger the staircase, more likely to be fastener-based.

Greg G. wrote in message
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ississauga said:

Can oak stair rails and spindles be removed?, are these screwed in?
Any tips/tricks on removing them without damaging them since they need
to be put back.

If they are built so the spindles must be cut at the treads to remove
them, what technique to use to reattach them?

Dude, you need to go to the local library and get a few books on home
improvement and general carpentry and woodworking. ;-)