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Rob, Thanks so much for your advise. I took the return spring out and that freed up the bolt! :D I went ahead and tore the gun apart into assemblies. I don't think it was put together right the last time. I followed instructions and illustrations from Brownell's "Encyclepedia on Modern Guns and...

Here is a link to 5 pics I took of the stuck bolt and safety on my 81. I tried to upload them directly to this post but the files are too big and my knowledge too small to change them . http://www.sendpix.com/albums/10062209/ ... 843b61e42/

I just ordered this package of manuals on the 8/81 which included a booklet on sights. I have not received my copies yet, so I don't know how helpful it would be. I checked and the offer is up on Gunbroker again. Here is the link: http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=175273034 I still...

Hi, I'm new to the 81 and the forum. I just purchased my 81 at a gun show here in Florida. I got what I think is a sweet deal because the bolt is stuck half way open and won't move. The safety is down a little ways and is also stuck. I don't see a follower or spring in the magazine. It is a standard...