[sakoA5]

I recently inherited this rifle. I removed the bolt for cleaning and i cannot seem to get it to fit back in the receiver. I am familiar withe remington type bolts, but this one is beyond my abilities. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[TomAnsley]

The locking lug-front part of the bolt must be aligned with the rear,There is a piece of metal to align on both pieces-You should be able to see it as I remember.Had the same problem and drove me nuts-If you dont see it I will pull mine out of the safe and verify the procedure.

[sakoA5]

If you would be so kind as to verify this procedure. I have lined up the only movable part of the bolt on right hand side. The bolt slides in smoothly until about 1 inch from being fully engaged, then it stops. I shot the gun yesterday and all seemed well, fed and ejected shells etc.

[SwedeSteve]

Try squeezing the trigger.

[sakoA5]

Tried that as well, still w/o luck. I know it must be something so simple I just can't see it.

[sakoA5]

Thanks for all the suggestions. Some how bolt had become "decocked". was able to rotate rear of bolt to cocked position and bolt fell in line!

[FortyXDM]

Sako A5 - How about a pic of this rifle. ??

[sakoA5]

Here is picture of my A5.