Detroit... Not sure of your local laws but I Think I'd transport it loaded
(Just kidding that's what modern sporting rifles and handguns are for)
I don't like to separate bolts mags etc from my rifles because it just seems to make it easier to have a mix up, misplace or lose things I need.
I know what you're saying about the long bolt handles though and have to pull the bolt from my 10TR to close the hard case. I just spoon it against the recoil pad and the egg crate sandwiches it securely when closed.
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