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Posted: 11/29/2007 12:36:45 PM EDT
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How can you identify a non 'C' stamped bolt? I have a bolt with FA serrations and I can find no identifying marks on it what so ever. I'm trying to figure out is it an early 603 bolt or not? It looks just like the bolts in the photos, same finish and machining, but I don't how accurately repro bolts are made and if they are marked. Thanks, Bugs762 |
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It's a current production aftermarket piece. Early Colt carriers were staked with a single, either round or square stake punch at the middle of the key. Also, Colt has always used screws with a smaller socket than the commercial market puts on their pieces. Finally, the early Colt carriers have a larger cut out on the right side of the pin hole, so that a bullet could be used to start to punch out the cotter pin. Not trying to imply that you don't have a good assembly. Only that it's not Colt made. 
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Thanks all. I kind of came to the conclusion that it wasn't a Colt too, but I sure didn't know all of that about it.  From looking at a bolt, how can you judge the condition of it? Is there anything that lets you know if its worn out, or is it something you need to shoot and see how it works? Or, is it better to take it to a smith and ask? Thanks, Bugs |
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