Our Install Thread-On Bolt Handle service is performed by our licensed gunsmith at The Freedom Dispenser Company. We install your new bolt handle with the correct thread locker compound and torque to ensure it stays secure through thousands of cycles without backing off.
What Does Install Thread-On Bolt Handle Include?
- Removal of existing bolt knob if applicable
- Thread cleaning and preparation
- Thread-on handle installation with appropriate thread locker
- Torqued to specification
- Function test to verify smooth operation in action
Why Would You Need Install Thread-On Bolt Handle?
The factory bolt knob on many bolt-action rifles is small and difficult to operate quickly, especially with gloves. An aftermarket bolt knob is a low-cost upgrade with an outsized practical effect. Customers come in for this service when:
- Operating the bolt one-handed is awkward with the factory knob
- Using thick hunting gloves makes the original knob slippery or hard to grip
- Upgrading a hunting rifle for faster follow-up shots
- Adding a larger tactical knob for a target or PRS rifle
- Factory knob was damaged or worn smooth
Pricing and Booking
Price: $20 — Ready to get started? Book your appointment here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have the bolt handle machined to use a thread-on style?
Most thread-on bolt handles attach over the existing knob or replace a threaded factory knob. Bring your bolt and the new handle and we’ll assess the fit.
What thread locker do you use?
We use medium-strength Loctite (blue or equivalent) appropriate for bolt-on hardware.
Can you source a bolt handle for me?
We can point you to reputable options. Vudoo, Seekins, Area 419, and MDT all make quality thread-on options.