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What do I do if the lock bolt won't fit through?

If the lock bolt won't fit through, first check that the barrel is all the way against the stock at the breech, and confirm the bolt goes through the barrel in place. Determine if the tap from the drill guide kit will be enough. If not, use a small round file to elongate whichever hole needs it, either the metal hole in the barrel or the wood hole in the stock.

Category: Building & FinishingLast verified: 2026-07-25Also called: lock, flintlock, firing mechanism, barrel, tube

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