Bolt handle

[RetiredArmy]

Looking to change bolt handle on my Axis. Anyone have an opinion on the glades handle advertised for the axis? Any primary extraction issues?
Thanks Bill

[foxx]

Just make sure it is truly for the Axis and not a model 10 version they say will work for both. If it truly for the Axis, should be fine.

[LoneWolf]

Back when I first started in this arena I ended up grinding down the factory football knob and then threading it to put an aftermarket knob on. It worked out perfectly! I know Phoenix Custom Rifles offered this service for Axis Bolt handles. I figured with it being like a $15 part I could go ahead and get another one if I messed it up. There have been many threads here arguing about the Glades Bolt Handles offered for the Axis. I am unsure of the current status of what they offer though.

[RetiredArmy]

Thanks lonewolf called savage today, $16.00 for a new axis handle, I to will give the threading my own handle a try.
Thanks Bill

[DrThunder88]

Threading your own is a good way to go. Here's how I did mine. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fczCGdZG1iM&list=PL6mstF7_2-gm3WnoBZZ1QLpjIeoFWXqg9&index=2)

[celltech]

After watching Thunders guide I was inspired to do all 3 of mine...was a lot of fun and a good learning experience! I am kinda miffed about how $$$ some of the metal knobs are in the market. I ended up finding some cheap ones on e-bay that work fine.

[DrThunder88]

I have an additional video on that subject! (https://youtu.be/f3CFPTXQW3o?list=PL6mstF7_2-gm3WnoBZZ1QLpjIeoFWXqg9) But a good deal is a good deal. As long as the bolt knob is made of something with more structural integrity than old cheese, it will probably be sufficient.

[Robinhood]

Just what is it you do not like about old cheese? I am fond of the Blue variety with the right bottle of wine and crackers

[celltech]

I have an additional video on that subject! (https://youtu.be/f3CFPTXQW3o?list=PL6mstF7_2-gm3WnoBZZ1QLpjIeoFWXqg9) But a good deal is a good deal. As long as the bolt knob is made of something with more structural integrity than old cheese, it will probably be sufficient.


I did watch that video and maybe I am a knob snob...but I just wanted the look and feel of metal :p But what you have done is great and well appreciated!

[RetiredArmy]

Bolt handle arrived, used drthunder88's instructions. Worked very well, about 30 min worth of work. $9.00 bolt knob from eBay. Beats $55.00 bucks any day. Thanks Dr. Could not be happier with the results.
Bill

[LoneWolf]

Bolt handle arrived, used drthunder88's instructions. Worked very well, about 30 min worth of work. $9.00 bolt knob from eBay. Beats $55.00 bucks any day. Thanks Dr. Could not be happier with the results.
Bill

Get us a picture! Glad it worked out!


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[DrThunder88]

Excellent work!


Just what is it you do not like about old cheese? I am fond of the Blue variety with the right bottle of wine and crackers

Blue cheese is fine, but unless it's OD green, it won't match my rifles!

[Mawgie]

I recently purchased a Glades bolt knob for a Model 14 build. The quality, fit and finish are excellent. No complaints.

[foxx]

^^^Yes, but the Axis model is, and must be, a different design. At one time they were selling bolt handles for model 10/110 series of rifles saying they also worked well for the Axis, which they don't. Whether the Axis style is as good as the 10/110 is the concern.

[Mawgie]

^^^Yes, but the Axis model is, and must be, a different design. At one time they were selling bolt handles for model 10/110 series of rifles saying they also worked well for the Axis, which they don't. Whether the Axis style is as good as the 10/110 is the concern.

I am aware of the fitment issues, foxx. The point and substance of my post was merely to add a subjective impression re: quality.

[Axis223Shooter]

Glades does have bolt handles for the Axis with primary extraction. I bought it for my cheapy 223 Axis and works fine. The only complaint I had was that the knob would come loose from normal use, so I applied some Teflon tape on the thread and that took care of the coming-loose issue.

[Mawgie]

Glades does have bolt handles for the Axis with primary extraction. I bought it for my cheapy 223 Axis and works fine. The only complaint I had was that the knob would come loose from normal use, so I applied some Teflon tape on the thread and that took care of the coming-loose issue.

I had the same issue and used Loc-Tite on mine. Easy fix. Mine also clears my scope (Zeiss conquest 3x-15x) way better than the factory handle. So, in addition to being tacti-cool, it actually makes cycling the bolt easier.