Sako ring screws - where to get more

[.284]

I'd like to get some new screws to replace the old ones on my opti-loc rings but I don't know where to look. I went to my local industrial supplier for fasteners and they don't know what the thread is.
Any help on this?
Thanks
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[Mighty Peace]

Call Stoeger Canada. They should be able to help you out!

 

[.284]

Ok will do thanks

 

[TAP375]

FYI: Optilock rings use 3.5mm 7mm long Socket Head Cap Screws. You won't find these at any local hardware store, and Optilock charges something like $7.00 per screw.... No thanks.

Here's my solution (found on the net...

I ordered a package of 20 from "microfasteners.com;" Total was less than $10.00 including shipping. They have only 8mm long screws, which work just as well.

The head diameter is just a tad too large, so I cut a segment off of an old, right size Allen wrench, mounted one end on a power drill, popped the screw onto the other end, and rigged a Dremel tool with a grinding tip parallel to the screw head. Both the drill and Dremel on, and 5 seconds per screw did the trick (I kept the screw in a small hole, drilled into a piece of hardwood, to prevent it from flying off when grinding.) Cold bluing from Cdn Tire restored the black color to the screw head sides.

These screws are stronger than the originals, and look just as good. Here's the part number, if you want to go this route: SCM3508

Good luck!

 

[.284]

Thanks tap. This is something I'd be willing to give a try.

 

[Lonewolff]

Corlanes in Dawson Creek B.C. ask for Greg he will get some to you.
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