Recent content by Boondocks

I agree. I'm thinking the spring should find a new home. I don't intend to risk another tied-up bolt.

Spring position on firing pin Thanks for letting me know proper position of the firing pin spring! We had it reversed, so I'll do the switch.

Thanks, Webfarmer! If you do get a chance to check that spring, please advise which end goes on pin first.

Here's a 'disconcerting' situation. After about 60 rounds through my new rifle over a week or so, the bolt failed to retract fully after firing a round. I opened the receiver and tried to extract the bolt but it 'dragged' severely as I pulled it out. When I examined the bolt I found that 'cam'...