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j-f-first
Well my friends I need some advice again.I just recieved a Cetme .308 made by Century Int'l Arms.The gun appeared to be in overall very good condition.After loading,the problems started when I pulled and released the charging handle,The bolt will not close completely,and will not open back up(unless you pry it open with a screwdriver).The only thing I can think of is the ammo I used,it's surplus and I don't know the date on it.If this could be the problem,I will buy some new factory ammo and give it a try.If anyone else has had this problem,I sure would like to know how they solved it.I would like to keep the rifle,but if it is a defect,I won't hesitate to ship it back to the wholesaler.Thanks again for all of your help.

J&F
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  • Darrell
    I don't have a CETME but plan on buying one. One thing I've noticed and will expect with my purchase is that Century's quality control is a little lacking. I fully expect to test fire my new gun and have a problem. I have budgeted $50-$75 to have my gunsmith give it a good going over looking for fit problems etc.
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  • j-f-first
    The gun was made from a used spanish parts kit on one of Century's recievers,the mags don't fit very well,and the bottom edge of the mag well has some sharp edges that could have been smoothed out better.I hate to send it back,I'm hoping it's just that old surplus ammo I used,Thanks for the fast reply!!!

    J&F
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  • Teamblue
    Have some friends that have purchased CETME's. Mixed reviews. There are some decent ones, and at least two that I know of have had to be sent back due to various problems. If you have a "hand select" option from the distributor, then it may be worth it to spend the few extra dollars. If you get a good one, the value is hard to beat in a .308 semi-auto and the mags are reasonable.

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  • punchie
    First thing I would have suggested is that when you got it, COMPLETELY disassemble it for a 'thorough' cleaning. I will almost guarantee that internally it is filthy and will even have metal shavings in it.

    If that doesn't cure your problem, check for a bent cocking tube or welding slag where attached to the recvr. Also, do not gingerly let the bolt release go. Let it slam shut from the locked open position. Most seem to be notoriously stiff at first but should loosen up after a couple of hundred rounds.

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  • BiggerHammer24
    The last member is right you have to take it apart and clean it I use wd or any spray oil it is not to lub the gun only to cut the gunk off and then take a bullet and open the bolt and see if it gos in or not if not you might have to ream I have had one of these rifles for a long time and after cleaning it well and don't over oil it there a good gun but were hearing prot there very loud I like the fal a bit better and I am thinking of parting with it becouse of the loud noise when you shoot it oh and make sure you look at how you take it apart. BiggerHammer [B)]
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  • BiggerHammer24
    The last member is right you have to take it apart and clean it I use wd or any spray oil it is not to lub the gun only to cut the gunk off and then take a bullet and open the bolt and see if it gos in or not if not you might have to ream I have had one of these rifles for a long time and after cleaning it well and don't over oil it there a good gun but were hearing prot there very loud I like the fal a bit better and I am thinking of parting with it becouse of the loud noise when you shoot it oh and make sure you look at how you take it apart. BiggerHammer [B)]
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  • gurn
    Check to see if the recoil spring rod is bent. That will cause some extra friction. I had the same problem with mine. I also polished out the gritty surface on the inside of the receiver and the cocking tube, and I replaced the recoil spring with a new one. After doing those things I don't have to release the bolt from the locked open postion to close it.
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  • drobs
    Check out this site for tips on the cetme. http://www.geocities.com/miketheelectrician1/cetme1.html
    Make sure you have the right ammo. Also as previous members stated when loading, lock the bolt back in the uppper position, load the mag, slap the bottom of the mag to fully seat it, slap the bolt so it go forward on it's own force. If you ride the bolt handle at to start this rifle with have problems.

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  • j-f-first
    Thanks for all the help folks,I talked with Century's service dept about the trouble,and he was very concerned and asked that I return the gun either to the wholesaler or to Century,for a replacement or to have this one repaired,Thanks again,John

    J&F
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  • 4GodandCountry
    I would send it back to them. They will probably make certain it is funtioning correctly before returning it and the extra bit of attention they give to it will be better than most of their weapons get.

    "Neca eos omnes. Deus suos agnoscet."
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