Norinco Type 97 Bolt-head - need one!

[MUGEN]

The bolt on the T 97 looks like not interchangeable like a tavor bolt. Mine looks like has been hand fitted to some point.

 

[tiriaq]

I sent the following e-mail to North Sylva;

I have a Norinco Type 97 rifle that is missing the bolt - the part that contains the firing pin and extractor.

The bolt (bolt head?) Item number 9 in picture (see link) was lost when it was removed and stored separate from the rifle

http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o34/dukttape/Firearms/NorincoType97boltheada_zpsa57ac68d.png

I would really like to purchase a replacement bolt as without it, obviously, my rifle is completely useless!

Would you be able to supply a new or used bolt for this rifle, and if so, how much and when could it be made available?

Please and thank you!



and very quickly received the following response;


Hi John. I do have a bolt assembly liberated from a rifle we are using for parts (New), but here is the possible issue. The bolt is serialized to match the rifle.

In Canada, it doesn't matter about the serial number, as long as your rifle is serialized, but the bolt assembly may be specifically set up to match the specific rifle for headspace, and fits and clearances.

All that said, I have no problem selling you this bolt assembly (with firing pin and extractor), but I can't give any guarantee that it will be a drop in part, or that it will function properly in your rifle. I can suggest that you send it in to us and our smith can install it, check it, and test fire it.


Please advise,


Sincerely,

George Wedge



I have to commend North Sylva for their prompt response and of course I am very pleased that they have a bolt for my rifle!

I chose to purchase the bolt and try it out in hopes that it will operate as is, but if not I will send my rifle and the bolt to North Sylva for fitting.

I hope to have it soon and try it out!

DT

Couple of things to check...

1. Headspace.
2. Engagement of locking lugs.

Best to check these prior to shooting this rifle, or any other rifle with a replaced bolt, for that matter.

 

[enefgee]

I'd definitely take the gun to a gunsmith, with the bolt. Remember these guns are primarily for the civilian market, they are not service weapons in 5.56.