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    Use of NS bolts with two gas holes

    When was the nickle steel bolt with two gas relief holes first used? TIA
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    If you are asking about the nickle steel, the change was made at #1,275,767. If you are asking about the holes, I can't help.

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    Quote Originally Posted by RBruce View Post
    When was the nickle steel bolt with two gas relief holes first used? TIA
    Very early 1937.

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