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    Hornay Lite for my BLR

    I would say my 7mm-08 has a loose chamber. I've only used Hornady American Whitetail factory ammo, and Winchester brass for reloads. When shooting...
    Post by: Rahn H, Feb 7, 2014 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    BLR fail to fire

    I found a used BLR in .308 today. It had the modern bolt carrier. There was slight play with the hammer cocked.
    Post by: Rahn H, Feb 1, 2014 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    BLR fail to fire

    Another thing to try would be working the firing pin with a punch or something and feeling for any obstruction. Good luck. ETA: If you reload,...
    Post by: Rahn H, Jan 9, 2014 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    BLR fail to fire

    1. I have no movement with a round chambered. I have enough side to side movement in the rear, to make a clank. The locking lugs are rotary and...
    Post by: Rahn H, Jan 8, 2014 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    BLR fail to fire

    My 7mm-08 is now zero noticeable forward movement. Zero failures to fire, and 2 deer down this season. I would recommend trying the Lever screw,...
    Post by: Rahn H, Jan 8, 2014 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    BLR fail to fire

    I tore into mine before ever taking the measurements I recommend. I did go to Gander Mountain and a pistol grip .22-250 & a .30 '06 both had zero...
    Post by: Rahn H, Jan 8, 2014 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    BLR fail to fire

    Did your friend ever disassemble the rifle? How much free play does the bolt carrier have when closed and cocked? If it's too much, the carrier...
    Post by: Rahn H, Jan 6, 2014 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    BLR 81 - Sling Swivel Installation

    I'm half way through it. I haven't been able to budge the screw on the fore end. As for the wood drilling: I would recommend getting the hole...
    Post by: Rahn H, Dec 17, 2013 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    Tips & Hints for assembling a BLR -not a gunsmith

    NEVER DISASSEMBLE A BLR NEVER BELIEVE WHAT YOU READ ON THE INTERNET. A couple "rules of thumb" from a source who may or may not have experience...
    Post by: Rahn H, Oct 31, 2013 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    Tips & Hints for assembling a BLR -not a gunsmith

    Now your action is open, but missing a lever. 11. Carefully slide the Lever Pin out UNTIL it's flush with the LEVER RACK. This space allows the...
    Post by: Rahn H, Oct 30, 2013 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    Tips & Hints for assembling a BLR -not a gunsmith

    5. Find a way to hold the bolt carrier firmly in the closed mode. It will want to spring back out. a. Keep the Gear Wheel in full tightness...
    Post by: Rahn H, Oct 30, 2013 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    Tips & Hints for assembling a BLR -not a gunsmith

    So, you've foolishly ignored every warning and have disassembled your Browning BLR? [img] TO ATTEMPT TO TIME IT: 1. Assemble everything as it...
    Post by: Rahn H, Oct 30, 2013 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    Tips & Hints for assembling a BLR -not a gunsmith

    You can pay $4 for this ten page manual that covers lever timing in 2 boxes. Honestly I found it kind of vague. It is also written and photographed...
    Post by: Rahn H, Oct 30, 2013 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    Tips & Hints for assembling a BLR -not a gunsmith

    If you own a BLR, I recommend doing the following asap: [img] 1. Note the amount of free play in the bolt carrier, with the hammer cocked. If you...
    Post by: Rahn H, Oct 30, 2013 in forum: Browning BLR Rifle
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    Tips & Hints for assembling a BLR -not a gunsmith

    NEVER TRUST THE INTERNET WITH YOUR LIFE OR PERSONAL SAFETY Disclaimer: I'm not a gunsmith. I don't assemble BLR's for money. Disclaimer: DO NOT...
    Thread by: Rahn H, Oct 30, 2013, 6 replies, in forum: Browning BLR Rifle