Abstract: A fixed position ejector detachably connectable to a firearm is disclosed. The ejector comprises a base having an elevated forwardly extending finger, wherein the finger has an outer finger face configured for contacting a cartridge or case during the ejection phase of the firing cycle of the firearm. The base has forward and rear downwardly extending posts that are configured to engage into respective forward and rear retaining post holes positioned on the upper frame surface. At least one of the forward and rear posts includes a downwardly slanted notch. A retaining screw is provided to adjustably engage into both (i) a through-hole positioned adjacent and perpendicular to the upper frame surface of the firearm, and (ii) the slanted notch of one of the forward and rear posts such that the retaining screw urges the bottom base surface of the base against the upper frame surface of the firearm.

Abstract: Bolt assemblies for firearms (e.g., bolt action firearms) and methods of assembling and disassembling same are disclosed herein. In particular aspects, bolt assemblies comprising a bolt body, a bolt handle, a bolt shroud, and a clip that secures the bolt shroud to the bolt body are disclosed. The bolt shroud preferably resists removal of the bolt handle from the bolt body.

Abstract: A firearm mount, components thereof, and associated methods. The firearm can be configured for use with an AR-15 style firearm or other type of firearm. The firearm mount is adapted to securely hold the firearm assembly in position for cleaning, maintenance, and/or gunsmithing tasks. The firearm mount can include a lock configured to selectively lock and unlock a firearm assembly thereon.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides ammunition magazines and followers for use in a firearm, such as an AR15 or M16 firearm, that prevent contact between the bullet portion of a cartridge and interior surfaces of the firearm's receiver portion during transfer of the cartridge from the magazine to the firearm's chamber.

Abstract: In a guide device (100) for guiding a slide (300) of a semiautomatic or automatic firearm along an upper part of a frame (200) during a sliding movement in connection with the firing of a cartridge (400), a narrow design of a slide (300) is made possible when a double-stack magazine (210) is used, in that a slideway which allows sliding between the frame (200) and slide (300) is divided into two segments (220, 240), a first segment (220) being arranged remote from barrel (230) of the firearm behind a magazine chamber (211) designed to receive a magazine (210) containing cartridges (400), and a second segment (240) being arranged close to the barrel (230) in front of the magazine chamber (211).

Abstract: An operating system for a firearm includes a forward bolt includes a forward bolt cavity, a carrier disposed on a rear side of the forward bolt, the carrier including a carrier cavity, a short cam pin including (i) a forward section that is at least partially disposed within the forward bolt cavity and (ii) a rear section that is at least partially disposed within the carrier cavity, a plurality of bearings that interface with the forward bolt, a retracted configuration where the short cam pin is in a rear position relative to the forward bolt, and a deployed configuration where the short cam pin is in a forward position relative to the forward bolt.

Abstract: A firearm can include a receiver, a bolt, and a gas block. In certain implementations, the receiver and/or barrel extension includes a locking shoulder, a lug-interface region forward of the locking shoulder, and a channel wall that defines a bolt channel and a bolt-lug raceway rearward of the locking shoulder. In some implementations, the bolt includes a bolt lug. The bolt lug can be sized and shaped to slidably engage the bolt-lug raceway. Additionally, the bolt can be positioned within the bolt channel of the receiver. Further, the gas block can be positioned at the lug-interface region. In some implementations, the gas block is rotatable with the bolt lug. In particular implementations, the gas block includes a raceway plug sized and shaped to block the bolt-lug raceway. The gas block can also include a bolt-lug notch sized and shaped to mate with the bolt lug.

Abstract: A buffer tower for a rifle includes a cut-out on an upper end thereof. The cut-out extends a travel length of the bolt during bolt action. The cut-out extends the travel length by greater than 10 mm. This extended travel length reduces the felt recoil of the rifle and increases the cycle time. An increased cycle time improves feeding reliability from the magazine.

Abstract: A method of assembling a bolt handle to a bolt assembly of a firearm includes inserting the bolt handle through a handle opening defined by a bolt body. A distal end of the bolt handle is inserted through the handle opening until the distal end extends past an outer perimeter of the bolt body. At least a portion of a bolt shroud is inserted through a first portion of an aperture defined by the bolt handle. A force is applied to the bolt shroud while the bolt handle is retracted within the handle opening of the bolt body so that the bolt shroud is positioned within a second portion of the aperture. The bolt shroud is held in connection with the bolt handle when the bolt shroud is positioned within the second portion of the aperture to secure the bolt handle to the bolt body.

Abstract: The invention relates to quick acting interfaces that allow for easier transportation and maintenance of precision rifles. Embodiments include an interface with an engaging segment and a receiving segment that engage one another and lock together. The engaging segment may have a series of connective bearings that fit into indentations inside the receiving segment. Embodiments allow a firearm to be modulated such that a barrel of the firearm may be disassembled without the need of any specialized equipment and reassembled without impacting the firearm's accuracy or reliability. Embodiments are scalable such that multiple interfaces can be used to adjust the total length of the firearm barrel.

Abstract: An assembly of a breech (1), a breech block (2) and an ejector (3) wherein the breech (1) is connected to the breech block (2) with the use of a groove (10), arranged in the breech block (2), and a corresponding recess, arranged in the breech (1). An ejector (3) is arranged in the breech (1) that is longitudinally adjustable in a sliding way between the front and rear end position. The ejector (3) is biased by a spring (6) against the shooting direction. On the back of the ejector (3) a recess is arranged that a peg (7) that protrudes from the breech (1) reaches into. At the rear side of the ejector (3), a longitudinal pin (4) is arranged that fits into an opening (5) in the breech block (2) in the rear end position of the ejector (3). On the part of the ejector (3) that protrudes out of the breech (1), a stop surface (9) is arranged for bearing on the breech guide (11) that protrudes out of the breech (1) block.

Abstract: A kinematic mount assembly is provided. The kinematic mount assembly includes a fixed mount and a pivot mount. The fixed mount and pivot mount together have a plurality of an protrusions and recesses to guide the mounts into a repeatable position when rotating from an opened to a closed position. The protrusions may be semispherical balls and the recesses may be gothic-arch shaped. The pivot mount and fixed mount may be coupled by a pivot pin and rotate about the pivot pin. The pivot mount may contain holes configured to mount an accessory. A latch assembly may hold the fixed mount and pivot mount closed until the latch is actuated, usually by a switch, to allow the system to open.

Abstract: A firearm as disclosures herein comprises a main receiver body, a barrel, a breech bolt structure, a buffer assembly, a trigger group assembly, a bolt catch and at least one of an auto-sear, a magazine adapter and a breech bolt anti-rotation structure. The main receiver body is preferably of a monolithic construction whereby the handguard and breech bolt carrying bore can be manufactured from a single piece of material. The auto-sear is tripped by engagement with a buffer of the buffer assembly. The magazine adapter has an exterior surface structure engaged with a mating interior surface structure of a magazine well space of the main receiver body. A distal end portion of the breech bolt anti-rotation structure is engageable by the buffer for limiting forward travel of the buffer when the barrel is detached from the main receiver body.

Abstract: Firearms and bolt mechanisms are disclosed herein. The firearm can include a bolt assembly configured to provide leverage for extracting a cartridge. The bolt body can include a main cylindrical body, handle, and a pivot pin extending through a portion of the handle within the cylindrical body. The handle can be rotated relative to the main cylindrical body to push the bolt assembly along an internal passageway of the receiver.

Abstract: A firearm has a receiver with a receptacle. A stock has a projection which is received within the receptacle to mount the stock on the receiver. A spring biased detent holds the stock in engagement with the receptacle. Manual manipulation of the detent allows the stock to be removed from the firearm's receiver.

Abstract: A method for producing a weapon housing and to a weapon housing. Said method is characterized in that the weapon housing includes at least two sub-assemblies, an inner contour being cut into at least one solid block for each sub-assembly. The solid block is a steel block. Openings and recesses are introduced into the at least two sub-assemblies.

Abstract: A break open rifle and bolt action rifle having a barrel extension with a breech end for receiving a propellant charge, a muzzle end with an extended attachment structure for receiving a complementary attachment structure of a barrel, and a chamber disposed within and through the barrel extension having a first diameter at a first end and a narrowing portion adjacent a second end opposite the first end, the narrowing portion having a second diameter smaller than the first diameter, wherein the first diameter of the chamber is sized to receive the propellant charge therein, and the second diameter of the narrowing portion is sized to prevent the propellant charge from being further inserted past the narrowing portion, and to prevent a projectile from being inserted through the chamber from the barrel muzzle end. A bolt action configuration having dual diameter non-rotating bolt with an extractor and ejector mechanism for removing a propellant charge.

Abstract: A bolt action AR rifle can be prepared using a standard AR lower assembly and coupling it to a bolt action upper assembly. The bolt action upper assembly has a bolt action receiver containing a bolt. The method of forming a bolt action AR rifle can include: providing the bolt action upper receiver assembly; providing the standard AR lower AR receiver assembly having a pivot pin and takedown pin; inserting the pivot pin into the pivot pin receiver hole; pivoting the bolt action upper receiver assembly at the pivot pin until the takedown pin is aligned with the takedown pin receiver hole; and inserting the takedown pin into the takedown pin receiver hole.

Abstract: The invention relates to mechanisms for cocking an automatic weapon. An automatic firearm having an inertial automation system comprises a breech, a barrel, a bolt support with a bolt, a recoil spring and a return spring, a trigger mechanism, an ammunition supply mechanism and a bolt support latch. The latch fixes the bolt support in a rear position and is controlled with a trigger. A shot is produced at the instant the bolt support arrives in a front position. A mechanism for supplying cartridges to a cartridge chamber makes it possible to load the weapon when the bolt support is fixed in the rear position. Stable operation of an inertial automation system is achieved.

Abstract: Systems and methods for coupling a barrel to a firearm are disclosed, including firearms incorporating the systems. In an embodiment, the firearm includes a receiver including a cavity and an internal thread disposed within the cavity. In addition, the firearm includes a barrel including a first threaded connector that is threadably engaged with the internal thread within the cavity and a second threaded connector. Further, the firearm includes a barrel nut including an internal thread and an external thread. The internal thread of the barrel nut is threadably engaged with the second threaded connector of the barrel.

Abstract: A firearm mount, components thereof, and associated methods. The firearm can be configured for use with an AR-15 style firearm or other type of firearm. The firearm mount is adapted to securely hold the firearm assembly in position for cleaning, maintenance, and/or gunsmithing tasks. The firearm mount can include a lock configured to selectively lock and unlock a firearm assembly thereon.

Abstract: Fire control mechanisms for a firearm include a trigger disconnect assembly and an action lock mechanism which work together to ensure safe and reliable firearm operation. The trigger disconnect uses a spring biased disconnector pivotably mounted on the trigger to actuate the sear and release a hammer sear upon firing. The hammer sear engages a compliant interface formed by a spring which actuates the action lock to unlock the bolt after the trigger has been pulled.

Abstract: Provided is a frame assembly for a pistol. The frame assembly includes a lower frame having a grip formed at a lower side and an upper frame that is assembled on the lower frame and is assembled to a slide. The lower frame has a mounting projection which has a predetermined length and projects upward to a predetermined height in a direction to face the upper frame. The upper frame has a mounting groove which has a predetermined depth and into which the mounting projection is inserted in a direction to face the lower frame. The lower frame and the upper frame are assembled together by a screw which is fastened to penetrate the mounting groove and the mounting projection in this order from an inner side of the upper frame.

Abstract: Firearm bolt assemblies and firearms including the same are described. In embodiments the firearm bolt assemblies are configured to localize compressive forces applied during a transition from an initial position to a firing position to a first cam system on one side of the firearm bolt assembly, and to localize compressive forces applied during a transition from the firing position to the initial position to a second cam system another side of the firearm bolt assembly. Localizing the forces in that manner enables the use of a first cam system that is relatively robust compared to the second cam system.

Abstract: A bolt for a bolt-action firearm in one embodiment is movably disposed in a receiver between forward closed breech and rearward open breech axial positions. The bolt includes an operating handle and plurality of bolt lugs arranged to selectively engage locking lugs in the firearm. The bolt is rotatable between locked and unlocked breech positions when in the closed breech position. The bolt body has a dimensionally reduced middle section with unique configuration adapted to allow the bolt to rotate when closed without interference from the magazine feed lips. Using this design, the bolt may include three bolt lugs in one embodiment for secure lockup and minimal angular rotation between the locked and unlocked breech positions. The bolt is usable with both single and double stack box type magazines with one of the bolt lugs operating to reliably strip cartridges from either type magazine.

Abstract: A forward charging system is disclosed. The forward charging system contains a charging trolley containing one or more channels configured to accommodate one or more rails associated with a hand guard, wherein the charging trolley is movable along the one or more rails between a rest position and a charging position, and a rod coupled to a rear portion of the charging trolley, the rod is configured to move a bolt carrier assembly away from a locked position when the charging trolley is moved away from the rest position.

Abstract: A replaceable slide notch system for a firearm that includes a replaceable slide notch component dimensioned to fit within a corresponding cavity of a slide. The replaceable slide notch component includes a slide lock notch surface that locks the slide when the firearm's ammunition is exhausted. A second replaceable slide notch component has a second slide lock notch surface that locks the slide at a further rearward position than that of the first slide notch component, thus providing greater chambering/operating force when the slide is released.

Abstract: A detachable Gas Key, which attaches to a Bolt Carrier, which provides gas to power the action of a semi automatic or select fire firearm. Improvements are made in both the attachment strength, as well as a significantly improved seal between the Gas Key and the Bolt Carrier.

Abstract: Firearms and bolt mechanisms are disclosed herein. The firearm can include a bolt assembly configured to provide leverage for extracting a cartridge. The bolt body can include a main cylindrical body, handle, and a pivot pin extending through a portion of the handle within the cylindrical body. The handle can be rotated relative to the main cylindrical body to push the bolt assembly along an internal passageway of the receiver.

Abstract: A trigger device for a bolt action firearm is disclosed. The trigger device comprises a trigger, a housing, a bolt pin, and a bolt pin arm. The trigger is rotatably coupled in the housing via a trigger pivot pin and comprises a trigger stop arm. The bolt pin is moveable between a bolt open position and a bolt closed position in response to positioning of a bolt. The bolt pin arm is rotatably coupled proximal one end to the housing and at another end to the bolt pin. The bolt pin arm comprises an over travel stop configured to selectively engage with the trigger stop arm. In the bolt closed position, the over travel stop is positioned within a travel path of the trigger stop arm. In the bolt open position, the over travel stop is positioned outside of the travel path of the trigger stop arm.

Abstract: Mid lock-up receivers have an elongated body, the body defining a passage, the body having a first rear portion and a second forward portion adjacent to and forward of the rear portion, the first rear portion defining a first passage segment having a first diameter and the second forward portion defining a second passage segment having a second diameter greater than the first diameter, a stop surface defined at a forward end of the first rear portion, an elongated sleeve defining a sleeve passage and received in the second passage segment, the sleeve having a rear-facing limit surface spaced apart from the stop surface, and the sleeve being compressively received in the body wherein the body is in tension about the sleeve, and the sleeve is compressed by the body. The sleeve may be thermally bonded to the body.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes a foldable firearm that collapses into a folded state under spring pressure. The foldable firearm may include a foldable grip assembly. The foldable grip assembly may include a foldable pistol grip, a foldable trigger assembly, a folding bar, and a foldable hand stop. The foldable grip assembly may fold into the top shell of the foldable firearm. The foldable firearm may also include an ambidextrous charging handle assembly that may include a bottom portion, a top portion, a guide bar, and two opposing charging handles. The charging handles may be pulled to unfold the foldable firearm, and/or butterflied such that pivoting one charging handle causes the other charging handle to pivot. The first-pivoted charging handle may then be pulled rearwards to unfold the firearm. The first-pivoted charging handle may then be pulled further rearwards to rack the slide of the foldable firearm.

Abstract: A firearm receiver includes a lower receiver body having a pair of takedown pin openings that are positioned along each side, and a bolt channel that extends diagonally from the back end of the receiver body to the inside of the receiver body. A takedown pin assembly is positioned within the receiver body and is in communication with the bolt channel. The takedown pin assembly including a takedown pin that is selectively positioned within the pair of takedown pin openings. The takedown pin assembly including a cam-pin and securement bolt that engage a lock tensioner that is connected to the takedown pin. The cam-pin transitioning between an engaged position and a disengaged position. In the engaged position, the cam-pin imparts a downward force onto the lock tensioner, takedown pin and an upper receiver that is connected to the takedown pin.

Abstract: Threaded metal inserts for polymer lower receivers and hybrid polymer lower receivers comprising one or more of such inserts, as well as kits and methods therefor are disclosed. A threaded metal insert has a substantially circular aperture configured with screw threads to releasably yet connectively interface with a separate traditionally threaded firearm component such as a buffer tube or a pistol grip screw. Inserts can be any overall shape so long as it can be integrally embedded within a traditionally threaded portion of a polymer lower receiver in a way that does not interfere with normal operation of an assembled firearm and leaves exposed the internal threading of the insert. Inserts can also comprise textural features on the exterior surface configured to permanently interface with and embed the an insert into molded polymer.

Abstract: An ambidextrous straight-line manually operated bolt with rotatable closing slugs has a bolt body or casing having a square cross section and housing inside it forming a hollow main cylinder with 3 closing lugs on its head, a second hollow cylindrical body that fits inside the first cylinder, the top half of which is open at the front and on the sides of which rest two flat gears, multiplier gears that act on the flat gears, and a firing pin or striker that passes in between the two hollow cylindrical bodies.

Abstract: The present low pressure bolt carrier group is configured to maximize the axial force component, and minimize the radial force component, applied to both the bolt carrier and the bolt under low-pressure gas conditions, so that the two separate with greater acceleration and under greater force than a standard bolt carrier group when firing low-pressure ammunition. Thus, the present low-pressure bolt carrier group effectively and completely ejects the spent case and chambers the next round. These and other benefits are provided by the present low-pressure bolt carrier group comprising one or more of an increased piston bore diameter, an increased piston diameter, an increased flatness of the piston surface in the radial plane, and an increased stroke length of the piston by lengthening the cam pin slot. Therefore, the present low-pressure bolt carrier group solves long-persisting problems with standard bolt carrier groups when using low-pressure rounds.

Abstract: An upper receiver for a firearm. The firearm includes a barrel extending forward of the upper receiver and a buttstock extending rearward of the upper receiver. The upper receiver includes an arcuate surface formed in a wall of the chamber. The arcuate surface changes direction of gases that are directed rearward in the chamber such that the gases are vented from the upper receiver in a non-rearward direction.

Abstract: A lower receiver that may be right hand or left hand configurable is provided. The lower receiver includes a static ejector that can be easily configured for right hand or left hand positions within the same lower receiver and a magazine button assembly having a left magazine button and a right magazine button that are operatively coupled together so that either magazine button can be pushed to release the magazine. This allows the gun builder to use this one lower receiver to build a right or left handed rifle.

Abstract: An upper receiver for a firearm. The firearm includes a barrel extending forward of the upper receiver and a buttstock extending rearward of the upper receiver. The upper receiver includes forward gas escape ports through a frame of an ejection port through which spent casings are ejected. The upper receiver further includes a trough formed on an inside surface of the frame. The trough collects gases in the chamber and distributes the gases to the gas escape ports. The gas escape ports are covered by an ejection port door when a shell is not being ejected.

Abstract: Components of a firearm having a bolt with locking lugs improve shooting accuracy, due to increased coaxial alignment between the bolt, the cartridge, the receiver, and/or the barrel of a firearm. The receiver inner surface is shaped for lug-cleaning and for close tolerance/mating with the lugs only in the locked position and also with a non-threaded, axial surface of the barrel. Thus, the mating surfaces that are instrumental and/or that mainly control coaxial alignment of the receiver, bolt, and barrel are located between the lug stops and the threaded end of the receiver. The lugs may be axially curved or otherwise axially non-linear to tolerate dirt and other debris in a field environment.

Abstract: A handguard assembly system for a firearm is disclosed. The system includes a handguard with an elongate perforated structure extending between a first end and a second end, where the handguard defines a handguard connector on the first end. An interfacing connector attaches to the handguard connector when the handguard is installed on the firearm. When installed on the firearm, the handguard extends over the barrel without directly contacting the barrel, and attaches to the firearm via the interfacing connector and an upper receiver connector on the firearm upper receiver.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes a foldable firearm that collapses into a folded state under spring pressure. The foldable firearm may include a foldable grip assembly. The foldable grip assembly may include a foldable pistol grip, a foldable trigger assembly, a folding bar, and a foldable hand stop. The foldable grip assembly may fold into the top shell of the foldable firearm. The foldable firearm may also include an ambidextrous charging handle assembly that may include a bottom portion, a top portion, a guide bar, and two opposing charging handles. The charging handles may be pulled to unfold the foldable firearm, and/or butterflied such that pivoting one charging handle causes the other charging handle to pivot. The first-pivoted charging handle may then be pulled rearwards to unfold the firearm. The first-pivoted charging handle may then be pulled further rearwards to rack the slide of the foldable firearm.

Abstract: A replacement takedown pin for a firearm of the type having an upper receiver, a lower receiver, and a rear takedown pin mechanism comprises an elongated cylindrical body having a pin capture mechanism at a distal end thereof, a knob at a proximal end thereof, and a clearance notch at a central portion thereof. When the knob is in an engaged rotational position, the notch of the cylindrical body is misaligned with the catch of the takedown pin mechanism, preventing the upper receiver from being removed from the lower receiver. When the knob is rotated to a disengaged rotational position, the notch of the cylindrical body becomes aligned with the catch of the takedown pin mechanism of the firearm, thereby allowing the catch to pass the takedown pin and allowing the upper receiver to be separated from the lower receiver.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides devices, systems, and methods for assembling a firearm bolt carrier assembly. For example, in various embodiments, a bolt carrier assembly kit comprises at least one actuation mechanism, and a bolt carrier, wherein the bolt carrier comprises an outer surface, a manual bolt actuator pocket disposed on the outer surface, and an actuation key buttress disposed on the outer surface and having a front end, a back end, and a bore extending from the front end along an axis at least partially towards the back end.

Abstract: A buffer assembly for a firearm with a frame containing a bolt that moves during a firing cycle, the assembly having a case containing a movable piston, a piston spring for biasing the piston forwardly, a spring flange engaged with the piston spring, an end cap for closing the case, one or more resilient washers between the spring flange and the end cap, and a buffer spring in the piston spring that is shorter than the piston spring, so that during a firing cycle, the bolt engage a contact end of the piston to move the piston rearwardly the piston spring to decelerate the bolt until the piston engages the buffer spring to further decelerate the bolt, the resilient washers compressing to contribute to the deceleration.

Abstract: A production direct gas impingement semi-automatic AR-style rifle is converted to a single shot, straight pull bolt action rifle that includes: a) conventional rifle components, including an upper receiver and lower, trigger, trigger guard, barrel; b) a direct gas impingement semi-automatic firing mechanism including automatic gas actuated casing ejection, automatic gas actuated bolt and hammer reset, and automatic gas actuated cartridge reload functionality, including a bolt carrier with two production carrier gas key screw threaded receiving orifices and having no production carrier gas key, and a having a metal gas blocking and diverting mechanism attached to the bolt carrier in the place of a production carrier gas key. This inhibits semi-automatic operation of the rifle by disabling the automatic gas actuated casing ejection, bolt and hammer reset, and cartridge reload functionality.

Abstract: An adjustable handle auxiliary device includes a main handle body, a handle, a resting part, a tank body and at least one clamping part. The main handle body has one side having a docking portion, and one end edge having a combination tooth portion. The handle has a combination portion. The combination portion and the docking portion can be mutually combined together. The resting part has one side having a resting slot and the other side having a toothed combination slot. The toothed combination slot and the combination tooth portion can be mutually combined together. The tank body is formed with a chamber. The main handle body is disposed in the chamber. The tank body is provided with multiple jointing members. The clamping part includes a first clamping member, a second clamping member and a third clamping member combined together. The second and third clamping members clamp the jointing members.

Abstract: A rife includes a receiver and a bolt body at least partially disposed in the receiver and including a body axis. The bolt body is discretely (1) rotatable about the body axis within the receiver and (2) axially slidable along the body axis. The rife also includes a bolt handle coupled to the bolt body so as to discretely (1) rotate with the bolt body about the body axis and (2) move with the bolt body along the body axis.

Abstract: A bolt assembly for a bolt action firearm includes a bolt body, a handle coupled to the bolt body, and a shroud that receives the bolt body and the handle. Rotation of the shroud with respect to the bolt body allows the handle to be removed from the bolt assembly. A bolt handle for a firearm includes a shaft having a radial extension at one end and a knob at an opposite end, a radial protrusion extending from the radial extension, and prongs extending from the radial extension that define a space for coupling the handle to the bolt body without engaging a firing arm of the firearm.

Abstract: A bolt for a bolt-action firearm in one embodiment is movably disposed in a receiver between forward closed breech and rearward open breech axial positions. The bolt includes an operating handle and plurality of bolt lugs arranged to selectively engage locking lugs in the firearm. The bolt is rotatable between locked and unlocked breech positions when in the closed breech position. The bolt body has a dimensionally reduced middle section with unique configuration adapted to allow the bolt to rotate when closed without interference from the magazine feed lips. Using this design, the bolt may include three bolt lugs in one embodiment for secure lockup and minimal angular rotation between the locked and unlocked breech positions. The bolt is usable with both single and double stack box type magazines with one of the bolt lugs operating to reliably strip cartridges from either type magazine.