Bolt replacement model 700 in 25-06

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I have a Remington Model 700 in 25-06 (stainless). Inherited from Dad and he loved to load his rounds "hot".

So the bolt it destroyed and I am wondering if someone could point me in the right direction of either a new bolt or a place to get the old one repaired, if that's possible.

Thanks in advance!
 
Get a gunsmith to take a look. I’ve never seen a bolt so destroyed that it needs replacing. But I guess anything is possible.
 
Pretty much as above - replacing a bolt body on a Rem 700 will likely require fitting, or at least checking for head space with gauges, and also timing for the bolt handle - not usually just a "drop in" and go replacement, but I suppose there are some that would do that. Not sure what got "wrecked" - could have a chipped or malformed firing pin - causing pieced primers that cut divots from the bolt face. Could be a worn out firing pin hole that is too big for the firing pin. Could have inappropriate firing pin tip protrusion. Then you would need to move all the parts - extractor assembly, ejector assembly, firing pin, cocking piece, etc. from original bolt body to the replacement body. Your location is given as Edmonton - ought to be some decent, capable people there to do that? Else, Corlane's - in Dawson Creek, B.C.?
 
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You do not mention the sort of damage.
If it is gas cutting from leaking primers, it might be unsightly but not a danger.
You might contact the Cdn. Remington distributor and ask about sending the rifle in for a new bolt.
A long action standard face bolt is just about the most common variation. You should be able to find one. In the past, I have bought bolts from Bighorn Sales.
In my experience, a bolt is very likely going to drop into the rifle, fit and function. You mention the rifle was shot with hot loads. No idea if the receiver's locking abutments might have been affected. Probably not. Mausers can show abutment setback - never seen it in a Remington. Get a bolt, drop it in, see if it works mechanically, then check the headspace. You might be golden.
Another option would be a PT&G replacement. Unless things have changed, they are able to send a body and handle to be assembled, while bolt with handle in lace would require an export permit.
 
PR Cook, here on CGN bushes firing pins.
But the OP hasn't indicated what the problem is with the bolt.
 
Thanks for the input everyone. I agree the best is to get it to a gunsmith to make sure no other damage. I have a bag with the bolt and a bunch of parts so not sure what I am looking at or if even all parts were from the bolt, just trying to figure it out. Off to a gunsmith!
 
I definitely want to see pictures now. A bag full of bolt parts? Did the old boy just take the bolt apart and realize that to have been a very bad idea?
 
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