Romanian M1969 Bolt Issues?

Joshua M. Smith · 01-24-2008, 11:37 AM

Hello,

During cold weather - 30 deg F and below - it seems my bolt gets an imperfect seal and debris sometimes blow back in my face, hitting my shooting glasses - I'm a lefty.

I attribute this to the bolt shrinking away from the chamber, and also the ammunition not providing a consistent seal.

(I checked with the rimfire guys, and their consensus is that a bolt will foul if a good seal is not provided by an underpowered round - something that makes perfect sense.)

The gas vents at 6'o'clock.

I was going to strip the bolt and insert a very thin washer in between the handle and bolt body to adjust headspace, but I'd like your input first.

Thanks,

Josh <><

01-24-2008, 11:37 AM	#1
Joshua M. Smith Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Wabash IN Posts: 424	Romanian M1969 Bolt Issues? Hello, During cold weather - 30 deg F and below - it seems my bolt gets an imperfect seal and debris sometimes blow back in my face, hitting my shooting glasses - I'm a lefty. I attribute this to the bolt shrinking away from the chamber, and also the ammunition not providing a consistent seal. (I checked with the rimfire guys, and their consensus is that a bolt will foul if a good seal is not provided by an underpowered round - something that makes perfect sense.) The gas vents at 6'o'clock. I was going to strip the bolt and insert a very thin washer in between the handle and bolt body to adjust headspace, but I'd like your input first. Thanks, Josh <>< __________________ Is it better to live by a corrupt society's standards rather than face persecution for not doing the same? This is the dilemma we now face. We must hold fast to our convictions as we confront this dilemma. Knowing one's self goes a long way in the crisis. - Me, Standup Philosopher