Bolt handle threading near conroe

[AKM]

Anywhere good to get a bolt handle threaded correctly? I'd like it done with a threaded insert installed to keep the threaded portion from snapping off.

What's the turn around time for a bolt normally?

 

[Axxe55]

Find a competent machine shop. It's really not a difficult job with the proper equipment.

 

[AKM]

Proper equipment is the issue I have friends with lathes but it's the bolt fixture that's needed. It's $150-300 for me to use it once. May as well just pay someone.

 

[Axxe55]

You don't really need a bolt fixture for this modification, unless you happen to have a lathe.

Here is how I have done them in the past. Not really any special tools that can't be sourced at the auto parts store or Lowes, or Amazon.

Installing a Custom Bolt Handle

Installing a Custom Bolt Handle: I recently picked up a new target rifle - a CZ 455 Elite .22LR - and while I like a lot about it, I just can't leave well enough alone. After a few sessions at the local range, one of the "glaring" shortcomings was the bolt handle.&n…

www.instructables.com

If you aren't comfortable with doing the job, send it here.

Remington 700 Tactical Bolt Handle Threading - JMS Tactical - Burton, TX

JMS Tactical can thread your Remington 700 Bolt Handle to allow you to install a tactical bolt knob. Our Remington 700 Tactical Bolt Handle Threading Servi

www.jmstactical.com

 

[Axxe55]

https://www.oreillyauto.com/shop/b/tools---equipment-16488/hand-tools-16814/cutting---drilling-tools-16542/thread-repair-16906/standard-dies-19593/7a03b8a7c369?prodAttr_10648=5%2

 

[AKM]

I'm aware of how to do it and to do it correctly and safely a fixture is needed. You also have to drill and tap it internally and add a threaded insert since R700s are known for porosity in the bolt handle.

 

[Axxe55]

You are trying to over-complicate the procedure. I don't even own a bolt fixture and have done more than a few using the method shown in the first link I provided.

 

[AKM]

No, I'm getting it done the way I want it not the halfass way.

I remember back in the day when you asked a question on here and you got an answer for what you asked.

Reading comprehension is pretty important. I specified how and what area I'm looking, obviously I'm not some little kid/fudd who has no clue what's going on.

 

[Axxe55]

No, I'm getting it done the way I want it not the halfass way.

I remember back in the day when you asked a question on here and you got an answer for what you asked.

Reading comprehension is pretty important. I specified how and what area I'm looking, obviously I'm not some little kid/fudd who has no clue what's going on.

I understand completely what you were saying in how to do it. But it's not needed. I was simply offering you a couple of very cost effective ways, of doing the job properly, and one, even you could do yourself. I have never seen any of those that modify bolt handles for threaded knobs do it as you are wanting it done.

I just know that I have done quite a few and never had any problems yet.

Do it your way. Whatever floats your boat. I'll refrain from offering any suggestions to you in the future.

 

[smittyb]

There ain’t many left around here anymore.
I have heard this place is good, but no experience with them

Brashergunworx.com

ETA I could tell you a few places I wouldn’t trust.

 

[baboon]

Not sure in Conroe but Aquila in Baytown knows what he is doing.

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