Claw Extractor

razmuz · #1 02-13-2006, 06:32 PM

I just got a Winchester Feather weight. I found that I can take off the extractor with just my bare hands. Is it supposed to be that easy or do I have a problem? On my 98's I use the Brownell tool.

Brithunter · #2 02-14-2006, 02:21 PM

Does it extract OK?

if so then the old addage comes to mind:-

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If it's not broke............. then don't fix it!

skeet · #3 02-14-2006, 04:52 PM

AMEN Brithunter

kutenay · #4 03-25-2006, 11:09 AM

I have/had about 3 dozen Mod. 70s, all P-64s and currently have ten; I consider this to be a minor defect, BUT, unless you hunt/work in Grizzly country and if the rifle functions correctly, I would just leave it.

The Mod. 70 is a VERY good rifle, but, it's extractor is not a proper Mauser 98 pattern and is not quite as reliable under certain kinds of stresses.....but, this is largely theoretical in most hunting conditions.

Test it thoroughly and then decide.