It's probably obvious , but I cannot figure how to remove the bolt from my Mle.16 long rifle. Any help would be appreciated.Thanks.
LtlWilli

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The screw on the top of the bolt needs to be removed then you can rotate the knob at the rear. This alows the bolt head to rotate into a recess in the receiver and be removed.
Here is a you tube video (not me by the way) showing some more detail. Hope you like the Jimi Hendrix music in the background!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7qJwzEgCI8


Looks like rapidrob beat me to the punch!

Thank you very much ,guys...I appreciate it.
LtlWilli

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"In any case, he is--as usual--a proper object of compassion, and the bowels of my sympathy are moved toward him."
Mark Twain in reference to one of his many critics.

We aim to please.( pun intended)

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Gulf of Tonkin Yacht Club '70-72
GMCM(SW) USN 68-89
1776-2012 USA RIP
President NM MILSURPS

LOL...good one...By the way, how do you tell the date of manufacture? I don't see a date on it.
LtlWilli

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"In any case, he is--as usual--a proper object of compassion, and the bowels of my sympathy are moved toward him."
Mark Twain in reference to one of his many critics.

There should be a date on the barrel around the chamber area. If your rifle has a handguard you'll have to remove it to see the date.

Thanks, Tater...It's a 1917.
LtlWilli

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"In any case, he is--as usual--a proper object of compassion, and the bowels of my sympathy are moved toward him."
Mark Twain in reference to one of his many critics.