[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Bolt Movement

Posted: 5/25/2012 10:57:18 AM EDT

I've noticed when the bolt and carrier are in the forward position I can reach through the magwell and actually rotate the bolt a little. I imagined the botl would lock into place a little better than this. Is it typical for the bolt to rotate slightly when the botl and carrier and fully forward? Thanks.

Posted: 5/25/2012 11:41:23 AM EDT

[#1]

That's normal.

Most rotating bolt rifles allow slight rotation of the bolt when locked. There has to be some looseness in the action to allow for proper operation and fouling.

Posted: 5/25/2012 1:46:17 PM EDT

[#2]

Most if not all the movement will go away once a round is chambered.

Posted: 5/25/2012 1:46:59 PM EDT

[#3]

Is that with or without a round in the chamber? If without, that is to be expected. With a round, it should be tight. Not to say it can't move, but it should take a little effort to move it. If it moves easily with a round in the chamber, I would check head-space.

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