Gunsmithing Action screw broken

[irondude]

I have a collectable Swedish Mauser that has its front action screw broken off flush into the recoil lug, looking for an estimated cost to have a gunsmith remove without any damage.

Thanks

 

[cal50]

Re: Action screw broken

No idea on cost but should be an easy job. Drill it and use a standard screw extractor or a LH drill bit. The craftsman screw extractors are basically LH drill bits and work well on the larger diameter screws.

 

[Force_Multiplier]

Re: Action screw broken

very little... cost to remove would be an hour at the shop rate ($50-$100ish) or less depending on the guy, I'd probab;y charge you $20 if it came out as easily as most and hand you the rifle back in 15min.

 

[irondude]

Re: Action screw broken

Using the screw extractor was a success...thanks

 

[cal50]

Re: Action screw broken

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: irondude</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Using the screw extractor was a success...thanks </div></div>


Excellent!

 

[LRI]

Re: Action screw broken

In the future:

Broken off screws just suck to remove generally. No gittin around it.

I've had really good success with drilling the hole as big as I can get away with and cramming a torx bit in with a hammer. Then use a ratchet to back it out.

Saved my bacon a few times this way.