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I used to get them from B Square but don't see them listed. Any help for pre '64 availability would be appreciated. Thanks
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Last set I got came from either Brownells or Midway. I went with SS for my application, but believe they had both.
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Ok. Dumb question: what is the advantage in hex head screws. Thx.
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Ok. Dumb question: what is the advantage in hex head screws. Thx. Only real reason I went with them is they "looked hot" for what I was doing. Just cleaner looking, and less chance of accidentally messing up the screw head.
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They are nice, but may look a little out of place on a pre 64 model 70, unless it's wearing an updated stock like a micky . They are also nice because of the positive engagement between fastener and tool: less likely to slip off the fastener and damage the stock. Don't ask me how I know that . I've always bought mine, for the classics, at brownell's....
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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They are nice, but may look a little out of place on a pre 64 model 70, unless it's wearing an updated stock like a micky . They are also nice because of the positive engagement between fastener and tool: less likely to slip off the fastener and damage the stock. Don't ask me how I know that . I've always bought mine, for the classics, at brownell's.... Bingo! The first time I slipped a slotted screw and dinged the head I was peaved to say the least..
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That's called a learning experience .. I still run factory screws on all of my pre 64's, I'm just real careful when taking them out and tightening them up.
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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They are nice, but may look a little out of place on a pre 64 model 70, unless it's wearing an updated stock like a micky . They are also nice because of the positive engagement between fastener and tool: less likely to slip off the fastener and damage the stock. Don't ask me how I know that . I've always bought mine, for the classics, at brownell's.... Bingo! The first time I slipped a slotted screw and dinged the head I was peaved to say the least.. No chit, a sheet of sandpaper on a glass top to scrub all the boggers off then a trip to the Smith for a re-blue.
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This is for a Micky application on a Fwt.. Much simpler in the field and at home to use hex heads. No slip guarantee even with a small wrench. Ok, I"ll check the two companies again but didn't see them there earlier today.
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Use them on my FWT's that wear Micky's. Not sure where I purchased them but, I believe that it was Brownell's. B Square Safariland....Part # STW70, Part ID 1010278. Safariland.com lists them as in stock for $7.92 pkg. of 3.
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Ok. Dumb question: what is the advantage in hex head screws. Thx. They are now used to hold together "better rifles".....you know, cheaper to make.
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Ok. Dumb question: what is the advantage in hex head screws. Thx. They are now used to hold together "better rifles".....you know, cheaper to make. If you mean the bolts are cheaper to make I don't know about that but I bet they're a lot easier to assemble a gun with versus a slotted screw. I think they look out of place on a classic but on a modern M70 I prefer them in regards to looks. I would prefer all bolts to have the heads aligned parrellel to the bore but I know that's not going to happen on any production rifle nowadays.
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Use a hollow ground screw driver that fits...
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Thanks Pocono, I'll check into it.
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Ok. Dumb question: what is the advantage in hex head screws. Thx. It's been mentioned, sort of....but fumble fingered, ham fisted Neanderthals like me can't bugger them up... My pre 64 FW 270 in the McMillan Edge has them. I got mine from Brownell's and have another set......somewhere.....as a "spare" set.
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Hey Bob, I could use a set on my old 270. It's kind of plain looking without them ....: Those slotted screws make this rifle look hideous!!!
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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I like them for use with one piece bottom metal: torque action in, shoot and hunt, remove action after rainy day and oil it up, replace action using torque settings as noted. Also good for traveling with rifle broken down in a small case. The hex head screws withstand wear better than the slotted screws, in my experience.
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I just ordered a set of the B-Squares from Brownells today. They were 6.00 I think. Hoping to get the McMillan put on the rifle this weekend.
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I just ordered a set of the B-Squares from Brownells today. They were 6.00 I think. Hoping to get the McMillan put on the rifle this weekend. Post some pics after you get her on the rifle... I'll be bedding my new stock tomorrow!!!
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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Much easier to find a straight "screw driver" (AKA knife or a fork/spoon handle, etc.) than an Allen wrench in the boonies. I won't use a hex. JME.
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