I prefer the first gen A-Bolts with the flutes on the bolt body. A few years ago I picked up a A-Bolt II and I have to admit, the bolt throw was a little bit smoother than the first gen A-Bolt. Last year, I picked up a X-Bolt stainless stalker in 308 for my son to use and sure enough the bolt through was a little bit smoother that the A-Bolt and A-Bolt II. But I still love my A-Bolt in 7mm-8 and it what I use every hunting season. I hope you find one.
Last edited by MOW; 11/17/22.