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DnPRK · August 27, 2009, 11:23 PM

Some ARs in 7.62x39 tend to break bolt lugs. It seems the lugs adjacent to the extractor cutout are weakened and fail due to the greater recoil and body taper of the 7.62x39 cartridge. Be prepared for that.

August 27, 2009, 11:23 PM	#10
DnPRK Senior Member Join Date: August 25, 2001 Location: LC, Ca Posts: 1,917	Some ARs in 7.62x39 tend to break bolt lugs. It seems the lugs adjacent to the extractor cutout are weakened and fail due to the greater recoil and body taper of the 7.62x39 cartridge. Be prepared for that.