Savage Model 12FV cracked bolt hande

[9x45]

Have any other Savage owners seen this condition? The rifle only has about 80 rounds thru it. Savage Arms is replacing the bolt free of charge.

 

[fastang50]

that's kind of scarry. Fortunatly it shouldn't be a safety issue. What model/caliber was it? I have a target 112 in 30-06, very satisfied with it.

edit:
I see it's a 12fv, disregard my stupid model question. Caliber?

 

[9x45]

.223 Remington.

 

[Hemicuda]

Well, since savage doesn't use a one piece bolt handle and shaft (like a Mauser) it likely isn't a SAFETY issue... but is a pain in the keister...

I've been shooting a Savage 100E in 30-06 since 1985... bought it used, and have fired thousands upon thousands of rounds through it... and never a hickup... no cracks like that!

My bet is on a 1 time problem... (not a "stress under fire" area of the gun!) Savage will make it right with you, and I'll wager that it won't happen again...

 

[Steve Smith]

Agreed, not a safety problem.

Most likely a casting flaw, I'd guess.

(For those of you who are about to say "Its a forged part" all forgings come out as a casting to start with.)