Tactical Bolts

[dannyryan007]

I am looking for a tactical bolt or bolt handle for my Rem 700. With my factory bolt, i keep hitting my scope while i cycle the bolt. I don't like that. I feel like a tactical bolt handle would help. Do i need to get my bold machined/threaded to accept a tactical handle, or can i buy one aftermarket. I have been looking online for a while, and nothing really seems too promising.

 

[ta2dtrent]

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The best way is to cut the knob off of the factory bolt and have a threaded stud welded or screwed into place and then buy an aftermarket knob. Although Im not certain that would solve your problem. Sounds like you need a knob with a longer neck on it, But that will get in the way of your trigger hand most likely

 

[kahai808]

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Phoenix Customs can do it!

 

[dannyryan007]

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checking them out. THANKS!

 

[a_bishop]

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If the factory one is hitting the scope a bigger longer knob is going to be worse. IMO It sounds like your scope is to far forward.

 

[dx_caliber]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: dannyryan007</div><div class="ubbcode-body">checking them out. THANKS! </div></div>

You won't be disappointed. They did the knob on my 700 and it's awesome. Turn around was very quick as well; highly recommended!

 

[hdbiker1]

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If you have the tools and are HANDY, you could grind or cut the knob down and thread it. I've done half a dozen and they all look good. Might take up to an hour to do.

 

[Johnny Lately]

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Phoenix Custom Rifles does amazing work, not just on bolt handles but on rifles all around.

 

[Anchor Zero Six]

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Perhaps try higher rings or moving the scope. I also dont think adding a larger knob will improve things.

 

[dannyryan007]

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i'll look at my scope placement. It's a new setup... so it might not be right. also my first set up. But, as far as phoenix goes, i just talked to them on the phone, and regardless, i'll probably send them my bolt maybe even my barrel. they seem like good guys, good prices. good all around.

 

[tylerw02]

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Contact Monteboy84 on this forum and have him install you a Tactical Operations bolt knob. It is by far one of the best upgrades I've made to my 700s.

 

[azslayer]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ta2dtrent</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The best way is to cut the knob off of the factory bolt and have a threaded stud welded or screwed into place and then buy an aftermarket knob. Although Im not certain that would solve your problem. Sounds like you need a knob with a longer neck on it, But that will get in the way of your trigger hand most likely </div></div>

Why is the best way?

 

[*greenhorn*]

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the best low cost and extremely effective for the money is a KRG bolt lift knob

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etinp2GeHZM

their quite a few ppl have them and their was a long running thread about their experience with them, i do not have time this sec to search for it

i know theirs ppl out their think they need a 120.00$ knob but ive had 4-5 this the best one ive had for many reasons but mostly its the $$

 

[ta2dtrent]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: azslayer</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ta2dtrent</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The best way is to cut the knob off of the factory bolt and have a threaded stud welded or screwed into place and then buy an aftermarket knob. Although Im not certain that would solve your problem. Sounds like you need a knob with a longer neck on it, But that will get in the way of your trigger hand most likely </div></div>

Why is the best way?</div></div>

Because the Rem 700 bolt handle is hollow, By welding or threading in a stud you increase the strength. I seen several where the stock bolt has just been ground and threaded break off.

 

[TrooperBrian]

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I actually found a long range specialty shop on eBay that did my bolt, including a Badger knob, for $65 including return shipping. They did a fantastic job too.

 

[Fjr86]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Cowboy1978</div><div class="ubbcode-body">the best low cost and extremely effective for the money is a KRG bolt lift knob

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=etinp2GeHZM

their quite a few ppl have them and their was a long running thread about their experience with them, i do not have time this sec to search for it

i know theirs ppl out their think they need a 120.00$ knob but ive had 4-5 this the best one ive had for many reasons but mostly its the $$

</div></div>

The issue with the KRG bolt knob in this specific situation is the factory bolt knob is already hitting the scope. So depending on which part is contacting the scope, this may make the situation worse.

 

[TacBlade]

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I know exactly what you are talking about, I've been there! A longer tactical bolt knob will fix this. It moves your hand out and up ever so slightly, but just enough to work your bolt?

 

[gl51virus]

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Which shop was it???

 

[GTGunner]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: virus51</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Which shop was it??? </div></div>

Phoenix Custom Rifles has several options for bolt knob designs to suit multiple needs/tastes. Here is the link:

http://www.phoenixcustomrifles.com/Products.html

GTGunner

 

[JonnyHawes]

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Keith at PCR did my bolt knob. It looks factory its really amazing I highly recommend him! Pricing is pretty cheap too