870 express bolt material

[OliveDrab]

What is the bolt of a 870 express made of?

I want to remove the finish and polish it but I don't want corrosion.

Is it stainless?

Thanks,
OD

[gunafficionado]

The bolt should be made out of carbon steel.

[aippi]

You can not remove the finish as it will rust. You can not polish it as it is as gunafficionado said, simply steel and without a protective finish it will rust within hours. If you want a polished shiney bolt then you need a plated one.

the best option is simply leave it be. If you just have to have a chrome bolt then you can find them on Gun Broker or any of the parts places.

[OliveDrab]

Good enough. Thanks guys it was just a small question I was curious about! Thanks

[Marlin Hunter]

You might be able to get it nickle or chrome plated.