You can have them send it to Wyyats to solder the bolt handle for an extra 45.00. If you are in with a smith I would have them time it to your action though. You will get better results that way. I have done it both ways. I would buy one WAY before opening one up. Just for a few reasons. You will have more money in it when it is all said and done. You are usually left with an undercut/bushed bolt face. If I am spending the money I would like it in one solid peice. I can do the work myself for nothing but time. Just like the PTG stuff. Dave is a hell of a guy also.