Thread: bolt failure P14

Commercial crack testing does work OK but it cannot reveal inherent hardening problems with steel itself, only existing cracks. In this regard the Eddystone actions have always been a precarious proposition for high intensity cartridges (a bit like the low number Springfields). Frankly, the prices of modern magnum caliber rifles are so cheap that they are a far superior basis for a custom rifle. If you just want a good shooter then you are spoiled for choice these days. A dollar saved in the wrong area is not always a wise investment!