New Rifle Sticky Bolt?

[blacksky]

I finally got my new Savage 12 BTCSS home. After inserting the bolt on the first few cycles it seems to be a bit sticky. Could this be a lubrication issue or just the fact that it is new and needs time to seat in. I have not fired it yet. :confused:

[kraigwy]

Thats quite common on new rifles.

There is an easy fix, not just for a new rifle but any rifle. Jewel the bolt, (thats the pretty swarls you see on some bots).

What it does is 1: poslished the boat, 2: leaves little tiny scratches that hold oil, without making the bolt Oily.

Also works good on pistol triggers and hammers. Looks nice too.

[blacksky]

Kraigwy... Thans for your inpit, but this model came with a jeweled bolt from Savage. :confused:

[Swampghost]

Sit in front of the TV and just cycle the bolt for a while and see if it doesn't loosen up. The tolerences are usually pretty tight on new stuff and there could be a burr or two.

[blacksky]

Found a burr at the rear of the action, where it was tapped and drilled for a scope base. Any suggestions?

[Swampghost]

Take a fine stone and hone it down.

[blacksky]

I used some CLP and a bore brush that fit perfectly. A dozen or so good laps back and forth and it's smooth. Did a little cleaning up afterwards to remove any residue and good to go. :)