'Preston' - A normal 'closed' Krag bolt, with the striker 'un-cocked' and chamber empty, can be moved a few thousandths of an inch, fore and aft. This movement is quite visible and audible!

If the striker is cocked, movement will seem less and require a lot more effort.

In both cases, a slight gap will be visible and present, between the rear of the bolt rib and the receiver.

(p.s. - movieman630, on ebay, and Grandpa's Gun Parts, through KCA Classifieds, are the same individual. He is the grandson of the late J. DeChristopher. The parts and service are good.

I don't know if his Grandpa's Site is active yet. On ebay, shipping is free and you can pay with 'Paypal').

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