Oh, he was a nice guy. It's just that the only experience he had (like most folks) was with the AK platform and FMJ surplus ammo. In a way, I was glad I could help him see that round in a new light.

Okay, so your mags are .243 then? That may explain it. Mine are the Savage 7.62x39 mags with the block at the back ( same as the .223 mags ). My bolt has an extended "tab" (for lack of a better term) on it that keeps the throw short. It's a short-action, but that stop on the bolt makes the throw even shorter than a standard SA. I guess they do this for the 7.62x39 and the .223 rifles.