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Clemson · August 1, 2001, 08:05 AM

I don't think I have ever seen a chromed bolt on a Mauser. The FNs were all polished carbon steel as far as I know. A quicky test to determine if ever in doubt is to put a drop of cold blue on an inconspicuous area. The cold blue won't discolor chrome, but it will stain carbon steel immediately.

August 1, 2001, 08:05 AM	#2
Clemson Senior Member Join Date: March 9, 2001 Location: Greenwood, SC Posts: 875	I don't think I have ever seen a chromed bolt on a Mauser. The FNs were all polished carbon steel as far as I know. A quicky test to determine if ever in doubt is to put a drop of cold blue on an inconspicuous area. The cold blue won't discolor chrome, but it will stain carbon steel immediately.