How To Remove the Bolt in Centerfire Bottom Bolt Release

The bolt release connects to the mechanism which will allow the bolt to be removed from the rifle's receiver. On some models, this button is located on the bottom of the rifle just in front of the trigger guard. These steps outlined below will walk you through how to remove the bolt assembly from rifles with this bottom bolt release. 

Whenever cleaning or working on your firearm, be sure that it is fully unloaded and clear of ammunition. Safety should be your #1 concern around firearms. 

Models:

• 110 Storm, 110 Storm Left Hand, 110 Lightweight Storm
• 110 Ultralite, 110 Ultralite Camo
• 110 High Country, 110 Timberline, 110 Timberline Left Hand, 110 Bear Hunter
• 110 Hunter, 110 Long Range Hunter (excluding 338 Lapua)
• 110 Varmint, 110 Predator
• 110 Hog Hunter, 110 Brush Hunter
• 110 Classic
• 110 Apex Hunter XP, 110 Apex Hunter XP Left Hand, 110 Apex Hunter Muddy Girl, 110 Apex Predator XP, 110 Apex Storm XP, 110 Engage Hunter XP
• 212 Slug, 220 Slug
• 212 Turkey, 220 Turkey
• Other legacy models

Removal Steps:

1. Safely remove the magazine. Check to make sure your firearm is unloaded and clear of ammunition.
2. Push the bolt forward and move the safety to the fire position.
3. Open the bolt and pull it fully rearward.
4. Depress the bottom bolt release while pressing the trigger
5. Pull the bolt rearward to remove

Reinstallation Steps:

1. Depress the bottom bolt release while pressing the trigger
2. Reinsert the bolt and close
3. Move the safety to the SAFE position and reinstall the magazine

The video below will demonstrate these steps as well. 

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