When I was guiding deer and elk hunters we had a stead fast rule. Bolt handles up, always. Cant go off by accident and instantly able to put into action when needed.
SMARTEST ADVISE I HAVE EVER SEEN ON THE FIRE!
I had a 700 oops years ago (safety release and pew)... been up bolt ever since.
Bolt up? Doesn't the bolt then fall back by either gravity if walking around slung or by brush if you're carrying it level? You're then walking around with an open action and allowing all kinds of dirt and grime into the action and magazine, right?
I guess I am not understanding what is meant by "bolt up".
Yup. All bolt up means is you're losing that cartridge when the bolt slides open.
