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Hard to work m1a bolt with mag in??

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Basically I cant bring the bolt back all the way when I put a empty mag in and slowly bring bolt back or decently hard as well. ( The bolt is binding with the mag lips im guessing) When I put a snap cap however in, the bolt does not bind or have problems. The rifle is brand new. Does it need to get wore in/is this somewhat normal? there is no problems with operating the bolt with no mag as well.
 
Re: Hard to work m1a bolt with mag in??

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: attherange</div><div class="ubbcode-body">try a different mag and see if it still does it. </div></div>

This. Plus try to use a G.I. magazine if you can. Be aware of shitty/cheap mags that you find at gun shows and such.