Dark Alley Dan
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Darkest Edmonton
Hey, folks.
I use a Savage 64 as a course gun for the CFSC because it's cheap, simple, and if the students drop it on the floor I don't care so much.
In an effort to make it easier to work with, I've installed an extended bolt handle. Now they can get one and a half fingers on there. Should make it more manageable for people with less hand strength. But that mag release remains a real stumbling block for a lot of students.
I've seen a couple of commercial replacement options, including some printed examples that are questionable. I've also noted that Savage appears to be aware of the issue and now sends the 64 out the door with an improved latch with a little spur on it that allows you to more eaily push the latch forward rather than "inward", if you follow.
I've checked WGP and come away disappointed. Epps has never heard of it. Savage won't sell parts directly. Any other sources for either the improved factory mag catch or a decent, sturdy alternative?
I use a Savage 64 as a course gun for the CFSC because it's cheap, simple, and if the students drop it on the floor I don't care so much.
In an effort to make it easier to work with, I've installed an extended bolt handle. Now they can get one and a half fingers on there. Should make it more manageable for people with less hand strength. But that mag release remains a real stumbling block for a lot of students.
I've seen a couple of commercial replacement options, including some printed examples that are questionable. I've also noted that Savage appears to be aware of the issue and now sends the 64 out the door with an improved latch with a little spur on it that allows you to more eaily push the latch forward rather than "inward", if you follow.
I've checked WGP and come away disappointed. Epps has never heard of it. Savage won't sell parts directly. Any other sources for either the improved factory mag catch or a decent, sturdy alternative?
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