here is the damaged thumb after I quit leaking. not that bad but still, I was bruised for weeks. its deeper than it looks. lol I promise. I have a nice little scar from it.
if anyone should have bad feeling at the wasr I would say I have valid reason. I wouldn't hesitate to buy more. they fixed it right up and now its perfect.
if I had to do over again, I would soak the bolt in solvent for a good long time then disassemble it and soak it again. I would also get some snap caps or something and cycle it manually just to be sure.and uhhh... get the head space checked.
maybe gloves too.
but ya know, for all the people complaining about whatever thousands are perfectly happy with their rifle.