I have a smith corona 03a3 with a loose bolt. That is when it is closed, the handle will easily fall open. All it takes is (with the rifle parallel with the ground) for the rifle to be turned upside down and the bolt handle falls open. Whether or not a round is chambered makes no difference.
This is a sporterized model, probably done back in the 60's when a lot of them were converted. Has a Fajen stock and a lyman peep sight. Nothing special, but was my dad's and I'd like to use it more.
I've shot it a fair amount, no signs of excessive headspace although I haven't checked it with a guage.
Is there something internal to the bolt that should be creating some friction to keep it closed, or are the lugs likely not tight when closing?
Thanks for any ideas,
This is a sporterized model, probably done back in the 60's when a lot of them were converted. Has a Fajen stock and a lyman peep sight. Nothing special, but was my dad's and I'd like to use it more.
I've shot it a fair amount, no signs of excessive headspace although I haven't checked it with a guage.
Is there something internal to the bolt that should be creating some friction to keep it closed, or are the lugs likely not tight when closing?
Thanks for any ideas,