Now I have done it. Marlin 336 disassembly/reassembly boo-boo

[7br]

Well, removed the lever, bolt and ejector from my 336. Swabbed the barrel and started the reassembly process. I managed to close the bolt all of the way and now I cannot open it to get the lever inserted. Any tricks anyone can share?

[AnthonyB]

Mark:
Use a padded cleaning rod to push the bolt out again; it won't take much pressure.
Tony

[7br]

Thank you. That got it.

[Pb2au]

Don't feel bad, I did the same thing. :roll:

[Jack Stanley]

Don't feel bad, I did the same thing. :roll:

Pb2au , I still get a chuckle everytime I see your avatar !

( sorry to jack the thread guys )

Jack

[Pb2au]

Ha ha, glad to bring a smile to anyone's face!

[geargnasher]

Mine says "Tayk Lizzerd peeces, is gift!"

A plastic armorer's tool, small end, or any non-marring tool can be used to gently pry the extractor claw back from where it locks into the barrel and the bolt will slide back.

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