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Loose bolt on a 75 advice please

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aiaw

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Posted this in the gunsmith section but had no replies. I recently bought a used Mod 75 in 243 Win (my first Sako) and didn't notice until I got home that the bolt seems to be quite loose when not cocked in the closed position, and rattles a bit. It does tighten up some when cocked although the bolt handle can be very easily raised. Is this normal? If not normal, what has worn to cause this and is it repairable?
 
aiaw -

Not sure if I'm understanding your description fully. My one example of a 3 locking lug Sako (TRG-S) does have a looser bolt to receiver fittment than earlier 2 lug models. I believe this is mostly due to the absence of the guide strip on the later design. It would be normal for the bolt lift to be heavier from an uncocked condition, as it's recocking on upstroke.

The important thing is it's tightness in the cocked position at the front of the bolt. If you drop the clip out and stick a couple fingers up in the mag well, you should be able to wiggle the bolt up front with your thumb. It should be pretty danged tight. What you're feeling is the lug's relationship to the abuttments in the receiver. If you're uncertain or uncomfortable with what you're feeling might be time to find a smith with a set of go/nogo gauges to check your headspace... Might also want to have a chat with whoever you bought the rifle from.

Dick
 

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