Is there a list of who is doing this? I'm trying to fix the cratering I am getting with my rifle.
Thanks!
Is there a list of who is doing this? I'm trying to fix the cratering I am getting with my rifle.
Thanks!
You want to contact Desh. He’ll sort you out. Here his site. https://deshind.com/2017/09/04/savage-bolt-bushing/
Cratering is nothing more than a visual annoyance, but before you bush the pin, try re-contouring the pin tip to a larger radius.
"As long as there's lead in the air....there's still hope.."
It’s only a problem if the striker pin is too pointy allowing the radius to sit below the surface of the pin hole. This allows the pin to move laterally causing primer cratering/smearing. If your primer strikes look ok, it’s fine.
This is a perfect striker pin shape & protrusion. If yours looks even similar to this, it’s in fine shape. If you are able to post a picture we can tell you how it looks.
Ever consider it "could be" a brass problem and NOT a firing pin issue? Brass too short for the chamber, when fired, primer tries to back out of the pocket, gets "cratered" and pushed back into the pocket? Just thinking out loud.
Oz never gave nothing to the Tin Man, that he didn't already have.
There is that. Yeah, I’d take care of it. I did by way of a a PTG bolt head & still happy I did. Bushing works well, it makes the Striker more efficient & Desh does an amazing job. You won’t be disappointed.
Dave, are you saying that PTG bolt heads are made to specs that don't require bushing using Savage OEM firing pins? I thought I read something somewhere about PTG bolt heads in regards to this issue, but I can't find it.
Thanks everybody. I sent my bolt off just now.
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Didn’t know he was having problems. Anyway, for those wondering, here is Desh so he’s not just a name to deal with, LOL!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0sGM-5cDJiY
You will find an improper spring will do this. Even to light of spring. I had alot of crap wrong with my gun to sort out. Still not done. But closer. OI bought parts from gun shack to start the repairs per Dave. CZ where are you at in WY.
Looks like USPS delivered my bolt to Desh. Now the waiting begins.
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I sent a couple of bolts to Desh in January. How long did it take to get yours finished and returned? We had good communication in the beginning, but nothing in the past couple of weeks. I see someone in this thread mentioned he might have some health issues and wish him well. I am concerned when communication abruptly halts. Thanks for your input.
He has in the past. Might be something else. But I wouldn’t worry. A bit of wait without communication likely means he is quite busy & working hard to get everything done. However, Ben (Grimstod) is very reliable. He’s been doing this a long time. And while there have been some times of communication problems, he always comes through. Remember, he’s a one-man operation. I get it. It can be nerve racking when you put money out and don’t have communication, but rest assured. You’re in good hands. Ben is an honest person with a very good reputation.
Thanks Dave.
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