Broken Bolt Handle *Updated w/After Pics*

[Superduper2013]

I was adjusting the bolt handle on my K98 Mauser because it was rubbing against my scope and I snapped it. Any recommendations on a low cost way to fix it? Any idea on how much a gunsmith would charge to fix or is it even fixable at this point? Any help greatly appreciated.

[paratroop]

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[Dan FS71]

weld it

[Gutz]

Hmm, I'd definitely weld it, just be careful not to heat it up too much to distort the shape. I've seen several people cut/weld the bolt handle on older rilfes to provide better ergonomics. This isn't oo bad.

I DOUBT any epoxy could hold up, but you may want to check out some of those if welding isn't an option.

[Superduper2013]

Do I need a gunsmith to weld it or any metal shop would be able to do it?

[Gutz]

Any reputable welding shop should be able to do it. If you want to be on the safe side, a gunsmith can do it but would probably charge more. They'd also have to sand down the extra weld and smooth it out unless you want to do it with a dremel and some sandpaper.

[uxo2]

Send it here.

http://www.angelfire.com/gundam/boltman/bolt_work/

Do not weld on it or allow a metal shop to touch it..

This is a critical part and a change in temper will result
in your bolt becoming part of your face.....

[Superduper2013]

Send it here.

http://www.angelfire.com/gundam/boltman/bolt_work/

Do not weld on it or allow a metal shop to touch it..

This is a critical part and a change in temper will result
in you eating the bolt to your face.....

Boltman it is, $40 seems very reasonable. Thank you.

And thank you all for your input and responses, as always very helpful information from fellow calgunners.

[ar15barrels]

I could weld that back together.
I have an articulating bolt handle welding jig that allows me to minimize my welding time and therefore the amount of heat I have to put into it.

[kcstott]

You need a heat sink and some heat stop too. You don't want a much heat getting to the lugs. I've done a few but my wait time right now is pretty long
bolt handles

[Superduper2013]

Update:
ar15barrels came through like a champ. Popped in to his shop, hung out for a little bit and my bolt was fixed. Looks even better than before the break.
Thank you ar15barrels for the good work.