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Jim,
Large rubber mallet, bench block, cartridge stop and magazine spring/follower removed, several good whacks, and problem solved. Thank you again, you are a lifesaver.
I think the ejector was dislodged from its “channel” when I assembled it, and that locked the bolt up.
Best regards,
Frank

Thank you Jim! I will search for a nylon block and give it a whack (pun intended). There is definitely no cartridge in the chamber. I will let you know how it turns out.

Jim,
I failed to mention that I would be open to the “faint of heart method”, if you would not mind sharing it. Thanks again,
Frank

Jim,
Thank you for replying. I didn’t take the bolt apart. I only cleaned the outer surfaces and wiped it down. It is still locked in the bolt closed position. For me, it’s a real head scratcher.
Oh, almost forgot, I did work the action after firing it.
Thank you for your help, and I hope you had ...

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