Winchester M70 Bolt & Safety Problem

[careybirdwell]

I have a 1970 Winchester M70. I bought it a while back and put it away. When I got it out yesterday, I noticed the safety was stuck in the fire position and will not move the the other 2 positions. I know you are not suppose to move safety with the bolt removed because it un-cocks the bolt. I can uncock it and cock the bolt back, and I can also disassemble the bolt, but nothing I do will make the safety move. Anyone have any experience at this. TIA

[twosixteens]

Have you tried penetrating oil if that doesn’t work try a hair dryer sometimes the gunk will seize up and a little heat helps break it loose

[careybirdwell]

Ttt

[TXraiderTK]

Want to bump this back up

I’ve got a buddy with the same issue. Safety always stuck on fire.
Did you ever figure out a solution or take it to get fixed? Rifle looks and shoots great, just need the safety to work properly

[Walker]

Utube mod 70 bolt dissasembly.. you can probably fix it yourself.

[Texas Grown]

Common problem with after market triggers on pre 2008 M70. If it's an aftermarket trigger, it's best to take it to a competent Smith for proper fitting.

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