3 position safety and custom actions

[wildbillb02]

Ok. Dumb question, finally to the point I want to try a custom build. I have always liked the 3 position safety on my factory rifles.

So in looking to go custom, is it a function of the action and bolt to go with the safety? Like will only certain actions and trigger combos give me that option?

Thanks

 

[fseaman]

will only certain actions and trigger combos give me that option?

Some manufacturers come that way.
Some you can add it.

It depends on what you are going to start with for a custom.

Example 1: Mauser 98 and Remington 700 action (not a clone) Gentry makes a new back end of the bolt that is 3 *** like you would expect.
Example 2: Weatherby Mark V, AFAIK, can't, safety on the bolt, locks the handle.
Example 3: Savage, some come with a 3 ***, others can get a Jard.
Example 4: Custom/Builder actions on the R700 foot print. Trigger safety may not lock the bolt. May have a bolt release separate from the trigger. So...?

and there are more combinations that I never tried. Sako, I never checked mine. Tikka, it was my buddies so don't know.

 

[nwmnbowhunter]

Defiance is offering it on their rebel action... be hard to beat it

 

[fseaman]

Defiance is offering it on their rebel action... be hard to beat it

Can you buy it or does it have to be from an authorized builder in a custom?

I ask because I can't find it "retail".

 

[fseaman]

Found it.

It uses the Gentry conversion.

Defiance rebel bolt must be "same" as a R700.