Cone bolt vs flat face bolt

[redrockranger]

Educate me.
Is one better than another? the function of each, single shot application .Preferences. Mostly will be used from the bench.

Thanks

 

[gunsandgunsmithing]

Main benefit of a coned breech is better feeding in a single shot action. The coned bolt nose can cause feed problems in a repeater, though.

 

[redrockranger]

Does a flat face provide more protection in case of a ruptured cartridge ? Is there more support of the case head in the flat face ? Thanks

 

[gunsandgunsmithing]

Does a flat face provide more protection in case of a ruptured cartridge ? Is there more support of the case head in the flat face ? Thanks

Depends on the design. The Remington "3 rings of steel" is hard to beat in that regard. Savage uses a baffle on the bolt..etc.

 

[JohnHenry]

For feeding reasons, Kelbly recommends a flat boltface for their repeaters.