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Originally Posted by 7624U
TR is that a result of the bolt not unlocking and then the oprod not having anyplace to go with all that energy behind it ?
Ive noticed on alot of the SWC weapons after all the use we put them threw. Thats one of the major problems when the weapon gets hot, is the bolt fails to unlock and extract the round. its got me thinking maybe the bolt and the chamber need a redesign. I know if we make the thing loose it won't be as accurate. But would that solve the failer to unlock if the boltface and chamber where not so tight. gunsmiths got any feedback?
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The bolt carrier was not designed to take an impact to the top, it does not have rails to keep it running true. When it is hit, it tips slightly higher in the front and lower in the rear. Sometimes, it may ground out completely, and gouge the inside of the receiver. I would keep my eye out for any unusual wear in the receiver or on the bolt, and anticipate a catastrophic failure of the upper at some relatively low round count.
Just my opinion. YMMV.
TR
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