Jack, the bolt did not exit the rear of the reciever, it broke in two about 1/4" behind the extractor with the front portion flying into the air along with the ejected casing. Looking at the broken edges it would appear that there is a possibility that the steel crystalized at that point. The bolt is (was) in really good condition appearing nearly new with the exception of slight blueing wear on the moving surfaces.
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Utah, where gun control means a steady trigger pull
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