Russian svt problems.

[zigz]

Just recently bought a 1940 Russian svt 40 from a local gun store. Problem is the tip of the bullet gets stuck on the rim of the chamber preventing the bolt/bolt carrier from moving forward. I cleaned the magazine, lubricated it with the same result. The mag doesn't wobble, stays secure in the gun. Using serbian made NON corrosive ammo. Thoughts?

thanks. Also here's an image to better show the problem.

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[jmoore]

The feed lips on the magazine just need a gentle adjustment. Tape up some plier jaws and use them to ever so gently spread the forward portion of the feed lip outward. Don't mash in the opposite side whilst adjusting the other.

Caused by removing and inserting the mag less than gently multiple times, dropping the mag on ti's top surface, etc. Generally it's best to load the rifle from the top with the mag in place to preserve the feed geometry.