K43 AC45 No Serial Number Bolt Group Defect

[Erniesq]

Here are some pictures of a spare K43, WaA359-proofed, unnumbered bolt group.

I understand that when elliptical cutouts became part of the bolt manufacturing process it created areas of thinness near the tail that could result in a crack of the type pictured. I do not shoot my collectable rifles, but for those who do, I assume a defect of this sort would present a risk - my question: can the crack be repaired, or is this bolt destined to reside in a non-shooter forever?

Thanks,

Ernie

 

[Joseph Burke]

I don't see any reason whatsoever why that couldn't be both repaired and strengthened and still not be noticeable to a person that wasn't aware of the repair. I'd repair that for sure.

 

[daltrey99]

Easy repair and if done right is very shootable.

 

[jack944]

That bolt group was probably laying around the factory....not passing inspection.. Cool find

 

[GunKraut]

I've seen this damage more than once on ac45 rifles. Fatigue cracks resulting from the bolt slamming hard into the back end of the bolt housing/receiver. Usually from using ammo not suitable for these rifles and/or lack of a shooter kit.