u/Agreeable_Spend_1152

This is my first build and I’m at the last step and that’s getting the barrel in and pinned. I was using the bolt as a slide hammer but it needs a tiny extra push. I’ve tried putting the barrel through a hole in my welding table and using a socket and extension to hammer on the back of the bolt. Still can’t get it all the way. It’s a pre drilled or notched barrel. USA made of course, I’ve heard those have issues. I’m thinking about hammering the pin in and hoping it works but I don’t think that’s a great idea. Need some advice from someone who’s used the pre notched barrels.