Santa Fe 03A3 Bolt sticking

[michaelxhacken]

I acquired 3 03A3's from my Grandpa when he passed away. 2 Smith Corona's and a Santa Fe. Both Smith Corona's function flawlessly, but the Santa Fe is having some bolt sticking issues, if I try to cycle the bolt by handle, the bolt sticks, so I have to grab it by the rear of the bolt for it to cycle. I also read that Santa Fe's were built with surplus parts, so do you think it is the quality that is causing this or do you think there is storage grease still in the receiver/bolt?

And figured you guys would like a picture:

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