dmsims21 Wrote:Does the claw end of the extractor lay below flush?
It sounds to me like the extractor is pivoting in too far. It may prevent the rim from making its way into the bolt recess.
Since different extractors act the same in each bolt, the cutout in the bolt is probably too deep. The pin location is probably OK, or the bolt wouldn't fit in the carrier at all.
You may try building up the cutout in the bolt with Devon or JB Weld, or you could add some to the extractor. You could put on extra and sand it down till the extractor laid flush.
Interesting observation. A new photo in my profile shows what you describe. I don't know how to post photos here. Another member posted the first one for me. The bolts are side by side and the claw on the Liberty bolt (left) goes down further into the bolt face. The AA bolt (right) follows the circumference of the outer rim. I will also add that the ability to lift the claw with the Liberty bolt is easier and allows much more travel. The AA claw is stiffer to move and travels less. It also appears the extractor bedding groove/channel goes down deeper on the Liberty bolt. Which one is good? I don't know, both?