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rhodco · September 17, 2009, 09:21 PM

I mean that when I let go it remains locked in the open-bolt position. Is there a mechanism activated by the trigger that releases this in real action? That would explain why I can't simulate it by cycling the bolt by hand with the safety on.

September 17, 2009, 09:21 PM	#4
rhodco Junior Member Join Date: September 17, 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 2	I mean that when I let go it remains locked in the open-bolt position. Is there a mechanism activated by the trigger that releases this in real action? That would explain why I can't simulate it by cycling the bolt by hand with the safety on.