11-15-2015, 04:35 AM
I bought one of his 800 series bolts for a 450 Bushmaster build. I really liked the larger size or radius on the bolt along with the sinusoidal shape. I felt it would relieve any concerns I might have on the higher bolt force with that diameter of a 450 round. The bolt looked like art work but threads on the extension looked a little rough, the folks (Jay) at BHW said it would be fine so I finished the build. A buddy of mine also bought a couple of the same bolts for a 450 bushy and a 458 socom done by BHW at the same time. He complained about the threads to ARP and the bolt disappeared the site. I am not sure what was said or if feelings were hurt (probably). I think the design is one of the best I have seen, I have thought several times about calling to see if he would do a Grendel bolt, though at this point I might just be poking the bear. Its a shame though as we as the AR community all lose over some personality rub. By the way all three of the big bores we put together are running great with the 800 bolts. I personally think the Grendel would benefit by an offering in the 800 series, I for one would buy one now if I could get one in the proper bolt face. My last hope is that maybe Faxon will make a move in that direction. Here's Praying.