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09-02-2012 09:19 AM

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First off this is my own opinion and what I did to fix my

sticky bolt I am not a gunsmith, or machinist but an
aircraft mechanic since 1982. I have numerous Mosin Nagant
(amongst other mil-surplus rifles) rifles dating from 1917 to
the late 50s, hex, round, sniper, non-sniper, bolt action,
semi-automatic. I go to the range every weekend and run
thru numerous rounds so during cleaning I get very familiar
with my weapons.
I take no responsibility for whatever you do with your rifle;
this is for information purposes only, so if you screw it up it
is not my fault.
The sticky bolt syndrome has always amazed me with the
firing line gossip, gun show table talk, etc.
What prompted me to write this was a gentleman at the
range yesterday, saying how crappy the Mosin are and were
built and the fact that ALL comsoline must be removed
before the bolt will function correctly.

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I say NOT SO, to a point, yes it is best to have all the

comsoline removed its a MIL spec corrosion inhibitor, great
product for its designed purpose but not so much on a
functioning weapon. The machining of the parts for the
Mosin, yes, that has a lot to be desired. If you go over the
rifle you want to buy there are many surfaces to look at, I
am not going to name each one, but after a few rifles you
will know which ones the machining sucks on and you will
pass on those. Also review 7.62.net for more info so you are
better prepared on your hunt of a Mosin, for a collector
grade or dare I say sporterize.
Back to the story looking at my picture you will see the
nicks/gouges to remove, smooth, blend whatever name
you want to hang it and most likely your sticky bolt will go
away.
How one may ask, very simple answer, the nick/gouge in the
camber will contact the casing, (pick up a spent case or look
at the picture attached) after firing the case will expand and
will wedge itself on the nick. You will notice that your bolt
will be a pain to open, if at all and you may need the
assistance of a 2x4.
How does one do this, I took a cleaning rod, wrapped 800
grit body sandpaper and secured it with blue tape to the rod,
(yes very crude but functional) removed my bolt and
attached the rod to a cordless drill motor set very slow and
polished the opening to remove the nick and burrs.
Additionally I polished each mating surface of rotating
parts on the bolt and rifle; youll see which ones are rough
once done you will feel how smooth your bolt and rifle
functions. DONT take too much metal off you will make you
weapon dangerous to you and others, take your time. One
item I use on moving surfaces is EWG Extreme Weapons
Grease Slip 2000, I found it at The Armory in Virginia
Beach, manufactured by Superior Sales Slip 2000 - Official
Web Site I apply a small amount by hand a wipe off the
excess.
Well that is all I have for now, feel free to drop me a PM,
make comments, suggestion, etc. Most of all be safe for
others and yourself and keep your powder dry.

Tigershark out.
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09-05-2012 12:29 AM

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I have done the same to several , a 1915 and a 1930, that

had the sticky bolt problem.

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10-08-2012 10:05 PM

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How can you tell if your MN has a "sticky bolt"? My 4 all

seem to be abit "sticky" to open (or is when closing the
bolt?) compared to my other mil-surps. I assumed it was a
MN thing.
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I use Froglube on the bolt of one of mine. It made it so slick

I was actually concerned the bolt might not hold under fire.
Froglube is a nontoxic cleaner and lubricant.

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10-31-2012 07:55 PM

Instead of using emery cloth I use broken belt sander belts.

The cloth is very resistant to oils, water or anything that
might be coated on a Milsurp rifle. Most of the time I just
need a small piece to get the job done. Somewhere on the
belt is a piece with the perfect grit. Once you find the perfect
piece you can wash it when it's fouled.

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11-01-2012 07:31 PM

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A brass cleaning brush in 20ga coated in Hoppes mounted on

a drill. In the chamber. Start off slow and gradually go faster
Cleans the heck out of that chamber!!

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