Bronc
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Post by Bronc on Jan 23, 2004 21:04:37 GMT -5
does anyone know a good source to find an extractor clip,spring, etc for a 722 in .257 Roberts or perhaps an interchangable part# ?? This is my wife's rifle and I torn it out jerking a "swap meet" reload out. I'm in deep do do with her so any help would be greatly appreciated! THANX!!!
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Post by texasshooter on Jan 23, 2004 21:28:02 GMT -5
Bronc, they are not the cheapest around, but I have always had good luck with Brownells and hard to find parts.
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Bronc
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Post by Bronc on Jan 23, 2004 21:31:18 GMT -5
Thanx Texasshooter! Do you know anything about re-fitting a Sako extractor to it ?
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Post by doorgunner on Jan 23, 2004 23:19:11 GMT -5
Bronc: Fitting a Sako extractor to a Remington 700 or 721 bolt is a major undertaking. Be sure that if you have it done, that the gunsmith is experienced in doing it. It requires milling a slot in the bolt head, and if it's not done correctly, your in for some serious extraction problems. Check with Gun Parts Inc. in Numerich, NY for spare 721 parts. I doubt seriously that Brownells will have parts for a gun that old. In my honest opinion, retrofitting a 700/721 bolt head to accept a Sako extractor is a solution to a problem that doesn't exist. It's your weapon, do as you please.
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Bronc
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Post by Bronc on Jan 24, 2004 10:34:35 GMT -5
Doorgunner: I appreciate the info and will give them a try.......am a little apprehensive about the mod to Sako as this has been a sweet little rifle for a long time. Thanx again!
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Post by doorgunner on Jan 24, 2004 10:58:01 GMT -5
Well Brownell's carry's the Sako style extractor kit. I think that you might be shocked at the parts and labor charge to perform this mod. The average cost per man & machine hour in labor is between $50-$95, The cost average for just man hour work is $40-$80/hr., and the cost of the extractor kit is $32.55. Remember the cuts made to the bolt head need to be cut at a precise 34 degree angle. You better know how to run a mill, cause if you screw up, good luck finding a 721 bolt. I'm not trying to talk you out of this, I just want you to know what you might encounter, so don't be shocked. I'm still trying to find that one individual who has actually seen a factory Remington extractor fail during a hunt. I will spend some time today trying to locate a factory extractor for your 721 for you.
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Post by CoonDawg on Jan 24, 2004 11:40:05 GMT -5
You could make it up to her by buying that 257 Weatherby mag down in the classified section and tell her you wanted her to have the best, since you made a mistake   |
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Bronc
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Post by Bronc on Jan 24, 2004 14:03:03 GMT -5
COONDOG!! I sure hope she doesn't see that!! And Door gunner; sure appreciate your efforts. I knew when I reached for the bolt the second time that I was probably going to regret it but you know how the "heat of the moment" reaction is!! Thanks guys!
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Post by 1st cav sgt ret on Jan 24, 2004 15:33:45 GMT -5
doorgunner correct me if Im wrong(the remington isnt my cupoftea)but doesnt the 721 and 700 use the same extractor?(I know several other parts will interchange)I may be just thinking out loud again
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Post by doorgunner on Jan 24, 2004 15:40:28 GMT -5
1st Cav Sarge: I dont know for sure. The current 700 extractor is much different from the earlier ones. My current parts list is difficult to decipher. I'm in the process of getting to the bottom of it, as we speak. Stand by for further details.
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Post by 1st cav sgt ret on Jan 24, 2004 15:44:09 GMT -5
doorgunner thats the one I was thinking of,the early model,for sure the late(after about 1990)wont fit
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Post by doorgunner on Jan 24, 2004 15:59:50 GMT -5
OK, from what I can tell, the rivetless 700 extractor (early style) is NOT the same as the 721 extractor. Unfortunately, I cannot get a clear enough view of the 721 extractor to be able to tell what's different about the two. However, I was able to come up with three companies that might have them. So here you go:
Marts Customs, Inc. 1-866-735-1230 (Ask for Joy)
Jack First, Inc., 605-343-8481
Bear Creek Guns, 509-697-9000 (Can probably custom make one for you, if not in stock)
Please let me know if these three can take care of you. I can make some phone calls and see if I can dig one up next week, if I need to. Take care and let us know how it works out for you.
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Bronc
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Post by Bronc on Jan 26, 2004 18:41:04 GMT -5
Howdy doorgunner! I appreciate all your efforts........it's too late today but I'll start making some calls tomorrow AM & will let you know....thanks again!
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Post by doorgunner on Jan 26, 2004 18:46:09 GMT -5
You are more than welcome. I hope that at least one of these leads works out for you. If not, please let me know and we can try a different angle. Take care......Brian
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Bronc
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Post by Bronc on Feb 10, 2004 23:29:47 GMT -5
Justa "catch-up" Doorgunner, I appreciate the help. Have several folks looking around and as it turns out there are three different extractors used in the model 722, thank you remington! Mine happens to be the one with the small ball/detent in it wouldn't ya know! Still lookin and thanks again.........Mike
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