Mauser Bolt Handle

[therealdoublel]

planning on picking up a Mauser 98 to sporterize in the next week or so. i've heard of people welding or soldering the handle on, however, i am no good at all at O&A welding, nor silver soldering. i do know how to use a mig welder quite well, so if i turn the power way down should i be able to weld on a aftermarket handle with no problems, just have to grind it down and make it look good? thanks

 

[rcmodel]

If you can't weld really really well, this might be a better option.

http://www.brownells.com/aspx/NS/st...x?p=76&title=98 MAUSER CONVERSION BOLT HANDLE

Failing that, find a gunsmith and pay him to do it right.

You need to use the right rod, and you need to keep the bolt body cool to prevent heat migration from ruining the temper.

Most folks consider a bolt heat-sink a good investment before even attempting to weld on a bolt.

http://www.brownells.com/aspx/NS/store/productdetail.aspx?p=692&st=bolt heat sink&s=

rc

 

[jimmyraythomason]

Listen to rcmodel. He knows what he's talking about.

 

[Funderb]

there is a guy on ebay that will do it for you and well for about $35 total.

 

[dfariswheel]

Have it done by "The Boltman".
Contact him for prices using your bolt. If you buy a new bolt, the rifle will need to have the head space checked.

http://www.mosinnagant.net/Boltman/Boltman.html

 

[HankC]

Another way to do it without welding or bending and look unique

http://www.gswagner.com/bb/mauboltssolder/mauboltssolder.html