JC Higgins model 30

[RRichards]

I have an old JC Higgins model 30 583.74 rifle that i have been carting around for a long time. I had removed the trigger guard for safety purposes. I am now ready to clean it up, and put it to use, but i am missing a part. All that i see are calling it a recharge handle, bolt operating handle, and a couple other names. Somehow this piece that operates the bolt to load the first round, has disapeared. I don't quite understand how it came out, or even how it was held in. I have been searching for this part, and came across some that may be what i need, but even the parts schematic doesn't indicate to me what retains it in the gun. There is just a slot across the bolt for it, but nothing to hold it in. This model has the bolt operating handle on the right side. Anybody have any experience with these things. May have to take it to a gunsmith, just don't know if it is worth that cost.

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[SUPER X]

look on youtube, there are take down and repair vids on there if they have not been removed .
I have a model 31 ,I think the 30 is about the same if your referring to a 22lr semi auto , they were made by high standard so a high standard vid should work if you cant find a higgins vid,
p,s, you might find the parts you need on ebay.

 

[jbett98]

Some bolt handles go in a keyhole slot while the bolt is retracted to a certain rearward position, it's then inserted and the bolt is moved forward which captures the charging handle, then the bolt assembly is then installed.


http://pdf.textfiles.com/manuals/FIREARMS/jchiggins_30.pdf

 

[RRichards]

look on youtube, there are take down and repair vids on there if they have not been removed .
I have a model 31 ,I think the 30 is about the same if your referring to a 22lr semi auto , they were made by high standard so a high standard vid should work if you cant find a higgins vid,
p,s, you might find the parts you need on ebay.

Thank you

 

[RRichards]

Some bolt handles go in a keyhole slot while the bolt is retracted to a certain rearward position, it's then inserted and the bolt is moved forward which captures the charging handle, then the bolt assembly is then installed.


http://pdf.textfiles.com/manuals/FIREARMS/jchiggins_30.pdf

Thank you

 

[jbett98]

Are you sure the bolt charging handle is mounted on the right side?

 

[deadeye]

I have an old JC Higgins model 30 583.74 rifle that i have been carting around for a long time. I had removed the trigger guard for safety purposes. I am now ready to clean it up, and put it to use, but i am missing a part. All that i see are calling it a recharge handle, bolt operating handle, and a couple other names. Somehow this piece that operates the bolt to load the first round, has disapeared. I don't quite understand how it came out, or even how it was held in. I have been searching for this part, and came across some that may be what i need, but even the parts schematic doesn't indicate to me what retains it in the gun. There is just a slot across the bolt for it, but nothing to hold it in. This model has the bolt operating handle on the right side. Anybody have any experience with these things. May have to take it to a gunsmith, just don't know if it is worth that cost.

should be an action bar like this
and should be on the left side like mine.

 

[RRichards]

should be an action bar like this View attachment 831339
and should be on the left side like mine. View attachment 831340

Mine is different, it is on the right side. Takes a flat form pc of steel that sit across the top of the bolt.

 

[RRichards]

Are you sure the bolt charging handle is mounted on the right side?

Yes. I don't know why this one is different, but it is.

 

[RRichards]

I may have to make one, or attempt to. Can't find one anywhere yet. Two places are out of stock.

 

[deadeye]

Mine is different, it is on the right side. Takes a flat form pc of steel that sit across the top of the bolt.

Ahh, that is the other model and should be the same as the 27,28 and 29. Might be able to use one of these below from Model 34 hi standard ... https://www.gunpartscorp.com/products/356600E

Does yours have the retractable sling in the buttstock?

 

[Mikej]

Gotta love it! Threads like this need to be brought up when people trash this site as "Un Friendly".

 

[RRichards]

Ahh, that is the other model and should be the same as the 27,28 and 29. Might be able to use one of these Model 34 hi standard ... https://www.gunpartscorp.com/products/356600E

Does yours have the retractable sling in the buttstock?

Yes, it does have the sling. I will check some other models.

 

[RRichards]

Gotta love it! Threads like this need to be brought up when people trash this site as "Un Friendly".

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[Mikej]

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In the past there have been folks make statements that NWFA is a less than nice place to be. I've never seen it that way. And you coming here, brand new to the site and asking a question about an old rifle you want to get up and running, get several responses from members that just love to help a fellow firearms enthusiast. That's not to say there aren't times when some discussions might seem less than friendly. But you have to consider just how many people frequent NWFA? Sometimes there's bound to be some tension. But the vast majority of members are some mighty fine people.

Welcome to the site! @RRichards

 

[RRichards]

In the past there have been folks make statements that NWFA is a less than nice place to be. I've never seen it that way. And you coming here, brand new to the site and asking a question about an old rifle you want to get up and running, get several responses from members that just love to help a fellow firearms enthusiast. That's not to say there aren't times when some discussions might seem less than friendly. But you have to consider just how many people frequent NWFA? Sometimes there's bound to be some tension. But the vast majority of members are some mighty fine people.

Welcome to the site! @RRichards

I did not see anything unfriendly, if that is what your stating. I am pretty laid back, and don't take things to seriously. I just didn't understand your statement. Thank you for clarifying it. The help i got was fine. I do realize that an old firearm may have few people that know a lot about them.

 

[RRichards]

Ahh, that is the other model and should be the same as the 27,28 and 29. Might be able to use one of these below from Model 34 hi standard ... https://www.gunpartscorp.com/products/356600E

Does yours have the retractable sling in the buttstock?
View attachment 831637

Ordered it. Looks like it may work.

 

[Mikej]

I did not see anything unfriendly, if that is what your stating. I am pretty laid back, and don't take things to seriously. I just didn't understand your statement. Thank you for clarifying it. The help i got was fine. I do realize that an old firearm may have few people that know a lot about them.

If you want another great source for old gun people check gunboards.com.

 

[jbett98]

I sure miss the free shipping when you online ordered parts on Numrich's Gun Parts website.

 

[RRichards]

I sure miss the free shipping when you online ordered parts on Numrich's Gun Parts website.

It's $79.00 for free shipping now.