Originally Posted by
John Beard
Your description suggests that the bolt sleeve lock is not completely releasing when the bolt is closed. The bolt sleeve lock is a small pin on the left side of the bolt sleeve with a beveled pointer that points forward. When the bolt is pushed fully forward, the beveled pointer is cammed inward by the left receiver wall to release the lock and allow the bolt handle to turn downward. I suggest that you examine this function and attempt to identify what is not working correctly.
Good Luck!
J.B.