Gunsmithing Mini M16 Extractor Work

LawnMM

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  • Jul 5, 2009
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    Who does it well, with reasonable pricing and turn around?

    What should one expect to pay for the modification and is it even worth it? Or does the cost of the mod make buying a new bolt more practical?

    Rich
     
    Re: Mini M16 Extractor Work

    Best after market extractor out there.I had 2 installed by Greg Tannel ( Gre-Tan Rifles )
    he does excellent work quick turn around and is honest.
    I build my own rifles and can`t install them as good or as fast as Mr.Tannel.
    bill larson
     
    Re: Mini M16 Extractor Work

    Greg is great to work with, but moding the R700 is a pitiful idea. Read Layne Simpsons article on it.
    I have had every type of extractor I have ever used fail me at one time or another, except two. Mauser 98 and Rem 700. Much of it was ammo related, but fail is fail. The m16/Sako extractors are among the worst. Rem is about as good as any. When you modify, you lose the gas sealing ability, lose relibility, spend money, void warrenty and risk eye damage. Poor idea.
     
    Re: Mini M16 Extractor Work

    For $200ish you can have a one piece PTG already cut for it, and you can get it any diameter you want.

    Problem is you may have to re-headspace, or possibly enlarge your bolt nose counterbore.
     
    Re: Mini M16 Extractor Work

    Thanks for the responses. What does the modification wind up costing? Seems to be mixed reviews as to the benefits and sounds like a fair amount of smith work is required.

    On a separate note, has anyone beefed up their stock handle by drilling, tapping, and adding a screw or two?

    Rich