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Bolt Action Lenard Brownell Custom Bolt Knob - Lenard Brownell Bolt Knob
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SKU: 095001001
Overview
This bolt knob is designed for rifle owners looking to replace a plain or worn bolt handle with a more refined, streamlined option. Its swept-back shape is intended to suit sporter-style conversions and to provide clearance with low scope mounting, making it relevant for custom rifle work and practical upgrades alike. The knob is hollowed for reduced weight and can be welded solid if a different build is desired, while the steel construction is described as suitable for welding and bluing to a professional finish. It is a focused component for gunsmithing projects rather than a general-purpose accessory.
Why Hunters Choose the Billingsley & Brownell
Swept-back, Streamlined
Profile suits military rifle conversions
Properly Shaped
Clearance between the bolt and
Hollowed Design
Reduced weight and a sharp
Investment Cast
Of 8620 steel for toughness
Can Be
Welded solid, polished, and blued
Key Features
- Swept-back, streamlined bolt knob design for converting military rifles to sporter style.
- Proper shape provides clearance between the bolt and low scope mounting.
- Hollowed construction reduces weight and gives a sharp appearance.
- Can be welded solid if a customer prefers a solid knob.
- Investment cast of 8620 steel for toughness and ease of working.
- Can be polished and blued to professional standards.
Best Used For
- Professional gunsmiths converting military rifles into sporters with a swept-back bolt knob
- Hunters replacing an unattractive bolt handle with a more streamlined, finished look
- Custom rifle builders needing bolt clearance for low scope mounting setups
- Shop work requiring a bolt knob that can be welded or blued after fitting
- Users wanting a hollowed bolt knob design for a lighter, sharp-appearing alteration
Specifications
| Diameter | 7/8 in (22.2 mm) |
|---|---|
| Material | 8620 steel |
| Overall Length | 2.5 in (6.3 cm) |
| Weight | 1.5 oz (42 g) |
Pros
- Swept-back, streamlined profile suits military rifle conversions and sporter-style bolt alterations.
- Properly shaped to provide clearance between the bolt and low scope mounting.
- Hollowed design offers reduced weight and a sharp appearance.
- Investment cast of 8620 steel for toughness and ease of working.
- Can be welded solid, polished, and blued to professional standards.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Installation is a gunsmithing modification rather than a drop-in accessory, so it’s best suited to rifles being professionally altered or carefully fitted.
- The knob is hollowed for reduced weight and appearance; if a solid knob is desired, the description notes it can be welded solid, which adds an extra step.
- Its streamlined shape is intended to provide clearance with low scope mounting, so fit should still be checked against the specific rifle and optic setup.
- The steel is described as weldable and bluable, which supports finishing work, but the final appearance depends on the quality of the fitting, welding, polishing, and bluing process.
Suggested Comparisons
- Bolt action rifle bolt knob
- Military rifle sporter conversion parts
- Custom rifle bolt handle accessories
- Rifle gunsmithing components
Suggested Accessories
- Bolt action handle
- Rifle gunsmithing tools
- Bluing supplies
- Metal finishing supplies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this bolt knob intended for?
It is designed for professional bolt alteration, including converting military rifles to sporter-style rifles or replacing an existing bolt knob with a more streamlined design.
Will it provide clearance for a low-mounted scope?
Yes. The product description states it is properly shaped to give clearance between the bolt and low scope mounting.
What material is the bolt knob made from?
The knob is investment cast of 8620 steel.
Can it be welded or blued?
Yes. The description says it welds perfectly with gas or arc welders and can be polished and blued to professional standards.
What are the listed dimensions and weight?
The listed specifications are 2 1/2 inches overall length, a 7/8 inch diameter knob, and a weight of 1 1/2 oz.