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Bolt Lapping Tools - 2-Piece Bolt Lapping Kit For Remington 700
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SKU: 080097701
Overview
This two-piece lapping kit is intended for careful bolt-to-receiver fitting on compatible actions, helping maintain straight-back pressure while the locking lugs are lapped with 600 to 800 grit silicon carbide abrasive. Its spring-loaded, interchangeable design is aimed at shooters who want more controlled contact than thumb pressure alone can provide during action work. The kit includes threaded sleeves for popular actions, with specific sleeve options noted for M14/M1A, large and small ring Mauser, and Savage small actions. It is a specialized bench tool for precise gunsmithing tasks rather than general field use.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Spring-loaded Design
Maintains constant, straight-back pressure during
Interchangeable Threaded
Sleeves fit popular action types
Helps Keep
Bolt lugs square against the
Includes 2-piece
Kit for working on Remington
Use 600
To 800 grit silicon carbide
Key Features
- Spring-loaded tool applies constant, straight-back pressure during bolt lug lapping.
- Interchangeable threaded sleeves fit popular actions listed in the product details.
- Designed to help keep bolt lugs square against the receiver while lapping.
- Uses 600 to 800 grit silicon carbide abrasive for the lapping process.
- Includes a 2-piece bolt lapping kit for Remington 700 actions.
- Brownells-manufactured kit measures 3/4 inch long and weighs 3/4 pound.
Best Used For
- Remington 700 owners fitting locking lugs during bolt lapping and action work
- Gunsmiths needing constant straight-back pressure for more precise lug mating
- Users who prefer a spring-loaded tool over thumb pressure during lapping
- Hunters maintaining a bolt action and seeking a dedicated, model-specific fitting tool
Specifications
| Abrasive Grit | 600 to 800 grit silicon carbide abrasive |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Remington 700 |
| Design | Interchangeable design with constant spring pressure |
| Length | 3 3/4 in (9.5 cm) |
| M14m1a Set Sleeve | Includes large diameter plunger and special lapping handle required for these models |
| Mauser Large Sleeve | Fits large ring Mauser actions |
| Mauser Small Sleeve | Fits small ring Mauser actions |
| Number Of Pieces | 2 |
| Pressure Type | Constant straight-back pressure |
| Savage Small Sleeve | Fits Savage actions |
| Sleeve Compatibility | Interchangeable threaded sleeves fit popular actions |
| Tool Type | Bolt lapping kit |
| Weight | 3/4 lb (340 g) |
Pros
- Spring-loaded design maintains constant, straight-back pressure during lapping
- Interchangeable threaded sleeves fit popular action types listed in the specifications
- Helps keep bolt lugs square against the receiver while lapping
- Includes a 2-piece kit for working on Remington 700 actions
- Designed for use with 600 to 800 grit silicon carbide abrasive
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed specifically for lapping bolt locking lugs, so it is a specialized shop tool rather than a general-purpose maintenance item.
- Use requires 600 to 800 grit silicon carbide abrasive, which is not included in the product details and must be sourced separately.
- The kit is built around interchangeable threaded sleeves, so fit depends on the action being serviced and the correct sleeve selection.
- Some action types call for dedicated sleeves or handles, such as the M14/M1A set, so compatibility should be checked before use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Bolt action maintenance tools
- Rifle action lapping kits
- Gunsmithing hand tools
- Precision rifle assembly tools
Suggested Accessories
- Honing stone
- Gun vise
- Cleaning kit
- Action wrench
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this 2-piece bolt lapping kit used for?
It is used for lapping bolt locking lugs so they mate more precisely with the receiver. The spring-loaded tool is designed to keep the bolt lugs square against the receiver during the process.
Does this kit work with a Remington 700?
Yes. The product title identifies it as a bolt lapping kit for Remington 700 actions.
What kind of pressure does the tool apply during lapping?
The description says it provides constant, straight-back pressure through a spring-loaded design, which helps keep the bolt lugs square against the receiver.
What abrasive should be used with this kit?
The long description specifies using 600 to 800 grit silicon carbide abrasive.
Are there other action types this kit can fit?
Yes. The description says interchangeable threaded sleeves fit popular actions, and it specifically mentions M14/M1A, large ring Mauser, small ring Mauser, and Savage small actions. Some models require special sleeves or a special lapping handle.