I have a Remmington model 550-1, 22 auto loader. Is the pin on the bolt supposed to push in or out and lock for cleaning?

Thanks,

spudrow from Mo

I'm not 100% sure because I don't currently own one. I had one a long time ago and if memory serves me correct, I believe you do indeed push in the bolt charging handle once pulled back fully. I believe the cut out on the receiver (bolt travel channel)is rounded at the veryrear for this purpose. It will allow the bolt charging handle to be pushed in. Only one way to find out....Pull back the bolt all the way open and see if you can push in the handle (what you call a pin) to lock the bolt. Sorry I can't be more help it's been about 20 years since I held one.

Thanks for the help. I've tried that and no go. Any other suggestions?

Spudrow from Mo

You might try to pull it out?? You see I remember that little rifle and I believe there is a round opening at the rear of the receiver cut out, you know the one the bolt pin (charging handle) rides in. What I can't remember is if thatround cut outwas there only for disassembly or if it indeed was also used to make room for the bolt pin (charging handle) to either be pushed in or pulled out in order to keep it (the bolt) from closing. If I had that rifle in my hands I'd be able to tell you in a heartbeat. Fiddle with it, that's the only way to find out. Make sure it's unloaded then see if the pin will move at all once the bolt is pulled all the the way open. I'm sure there's a way to keep the bolt open.

Let me do some research into this......

I have a 550 and have had it since it was bought new by my dad back in the mid 50's and the bolt on mine has never locked open. I don't think they are meant to. If it is then mine has never worked. I do think the Rem 550might possibly bethe best semi-22 ever made. Mine has had gazillions of rounds shot through it and it still shoots perfect and is extremely accurate.

SJ. Thanks. I was starting to believe they weren't supposed to lock but just wasn't sure. Since yours was made in the 50's what is your serial number? I know mine is old, just don't know how old. It's the only 22 that shoots 22shorts, longs, and long rifles that I own.

Thanks,
Spudrow from MO

spudrow, my 550 1 is one that is mentioned that didn't come with an assigned serial# If you would like to find out how old yours is check out the info below. I have tried to shoot shorts through mine and it will but it does jam at times with the shorts.
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