If the sear pin does not fit tightly, replace it with one tight enough to hold it without side-to-side movement but not so tight as to restrict its up and down movement. I had to do some work on mine, as well, to get the barrel floated, but it wasn't much work. You have entered an incorrect email address! Manage Settings Hold the two together in the way they would be when cocked and ready for firing and check out how they fit. Its extremely limited eye relief might be acceptable for a 223, but not for a Magnum caliber. A round is easily stripped by the bolt and pushed into the chamber. Usually, you need to use a pocket knife to dig out the embedded brass. Please enable javascript before you are allowed to see this page. Regarding the seating, I'd defer to the others. Notice how the safety blocks the sear. The Boyds stocks are laminated wood and are a lot stronger and stiffer making them a better base for the action. Given the front sights single screw and the fact that it sticks up very high, it is common for it to get lost or broken. So, stay tuned! Great Falls, MT. From the outset of this rifles production, these rear locking lugs were eyed with suspicion by many and denounced as downright unsafe by some. Avoid using so much glue that it extends past the followers outer edge. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Return to Remington Bolt Action Model 783, Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 0 guests. It is on black metal. Upon assembling the forearm the problem is created. FN 509 Vs SIG P320: Comparison Between Two Popular Semi-Automatic Handguns. So, I've recently acquired a Marlin Model 783 .22 WMR rifle (my first gun). Replace a broken extractor. Additionally, you will get authentic reviews from users as well. Although not exceptionally light or smooth, the trigger is fairly quick. Make sure you are only drilling out the body of the old rivet and not cutting into the side of the bolt head. Additionally, it may be a broken extractor. This can happen when a trigger has been adjusted to below 3 pounds and the safetys pivot pin and retaining screw is loose. The one-piece front sight on the 788 is held in place with only one screw while the rear sight has multiple parts. Enfield and Mauser. Because the capabilities of this weapon and .308 ammo seem to have similar accuracy drop offs.