(asked this on the rimfire section as well): Working on a Remington 5mm Model 592M. Bolt handle has been broken off at the base. Are these handles threaded into the bolt body? Didn't want to go in there with an easy-out if they are braised or tack-welded.
I have located a 581 bolt body w/handle and will purchase it for the handle if threaded for an easy fix.
"I have always disliked the words 'authority' and 'expert' when applied to those who write about guns, shooting,and hunting. I have never set myself up as either." Jack O'Connor
the bolt handle and trigger hanger is the weak link on a 788, and the 500 seires rifles, the bolt handle needs to be tig welded back on, it's a easy fix, done alot of these over the years on 788 and 580 and 590 rifles
I have Ctually drilled and tapped the bolt, made a new threaded bolt then silver soldered it in. Reason for that is there isn't a lot of meat so this really locked it in. Maybe if I can find pics I will put them on.
