Got a remington 700 short action that has been transformed into a custom rifle. Bolt has been helical fluted, shroud with j lock replaced, and badger knob installed. The issue with the bolt is not on lift but after full lifted it's hard to get it started rearward. I'm using hand loads for it that I have worked up and it did it at the bottom of the charge as much as it did at the top. No pressure signs on bolt lift or anywhere on the case. Never had another rifle do this. Not sure what is causing it but any help would be appreciated.


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Your 9mm should expand but my 45 wont shrink.