Cetme .308 Field Strip

[@blairj78]

You are an asset to Cetme owners sir. Thank you very much!

[@cd9049]

I spent 45 minutes trying to figure out how to get the bolt to pop back out on my own. I found this video and was able to do it in 5 seconds. THANK YOU!

[@elijahhansen669]

Appreciate you taking the time to make the video. Not new to guns but new to the Cetme. I like to see how it all goes together and comes apart.

[@deadmantalking8490]

Thank you for putting this video up.. I purchased one of these at a pawn shop and love it. I being an Army Vet am partial to the AR 15 types but I let my son pick this out and he made a GREAT choice... I am SO glad though the Army never used these because of the issue of take down time.. I dunno, maybe I will get it under a minute :D

[@ryansfishin2]

best field strip of a setme, I had never done it before and did it step by step, cleaned it and the bolt actually charges now! THANKS! '

[@ChromeFreak123]

@xfa977 Pleasure to have you on the channel. You know the weapon first hand and very well then. I love this rifle. I wish they would have somehow used the paddle release in the rebuild, oh well. Thanks for watching and please come back some more.

[@modestoordonez8635]

I was frustrated trying to put the bolt carrier back. Thank you for your help. I believe this was the way the Internet was meant to be used.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@Bill1405 I am pretty sure I have a bolt disassembly on it, I am almost positive. I will look in a couple of days and make sure it is up, if not I will make one. Thanks.

[@magnitization]

So I finally got mine today used from a gun store down in Arizona. They wouldn't let me buy 7.62 and run it through it lol made me buy .308 also got the bolt stuck to the rear so I'm glad I found your videos and subed

[@SPBigJoe]

Scraped the fluting with a pic and re-applied lubricant. also applied a light amount of lubricant directly to the front of the ammo I was about to fire. Working perfectly, thank you.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@freakingpyro I am the one who is appreciative, thank you for watching and Happy New Year. : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@1062itaska No, it is not plastic. I am not sure what thing you are talking about, please be more specific but I have no plastic on my Cetme, anywhere. Unless, you consider the butt padd as plastic but it is actually a rubber type material. I hope this helps, if you need any specific questions on the Cetme, pm me and I will give you my # and help you. Let me know and thank you. : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@3255959 Yes, they are stamped and not milled, remember they came into the country as parts kits with the receiver torched off, ugly work but I think Century did a good job on the receivers. The top of the receiver is a CAI job for sure and in the one video I show how on the parts kit, its flat where the rear sight is welded on but on the CAI gun, it is rounded. I would love to talk on the phone to you about this rifle. I will pm you my # tomorrow.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@The45Reason I am trying to when I have time, crank out a few. I am going to try and do another tomorrow. Thanks bro..

[@ChromeFreak123]

Thank you for the kind words brother. It could be a few things really but I would start with the obvious. I would check the firing pin and the spring. Chances are that is where the issue is but on a roller delayed blowback system, it could be a couple of other issues also. If your spring or pin is worn, order from Numrich Gun Parts or just google CETME parts and there are some other parts companies out there that carry parts for these great rifles. PM me if you have more problems. Thanks. : )

[@Zeusx1134]

thank you for making this video. i just inherited one of these and had no idea how to strip it, Greatly Greatly appreciated

[@SteveKeithmodels]

Thank you. Had mine put up for a few years. Cleaned it and forgot I had to depress that spring to get the bolt forward. Thank you.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@relicright It is I who thank you for watching. It is a pleasure to work on my firearms and if by filming it and I help someone, even better. Thanks again. : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

Thats ok my friend, I just had no idea what you wrer saying. On the old youtubbe, it would translate for you but cant seem to find out how to do it on the new youtube format. Thanks for watching my friend. : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@TheWqsa100 You know that is a good question. I would not think it would but I do not know the FN FAL good enough to give an educated answer so I will ask John about that and will get back to you. I can't thank you enough for the kind words, it means a lot to me. : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@MrChondro Yes it is and one of my personal favorites. I am happy the video helped you. If you need any more help with it or just want to bs about it, please comment some more. lol. Thanks.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@xxxragonxxx567 I will mostly use Ballistol and Militec. I use synthetic gun grease also. I will use Hoppes if I am out of the others and maybe Brake free and believe it or not Rem oil did good for me for years. I just prefer the first 2 I mentioned. I may do a video on oils and grease in the future. I appreciate you watching and commenting, it means a lot to me.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@almorrano You spent some time in the service ? I love the CETME, it grabs me. lol. It is one firearm I will never get rid of. Thanks. : )

[@FakeJeep]

Thanks much for this video, my fiance's dad just gifted us one and the manual was completely useless... Taking apart an AR seems fairly straight forward, but when I was looking at this I couldn't see how to disassemble it at all.... yet it was super easy. Now I can take it down and clean it.

[@ChromeFreak123]

Congrats, it really is a great rifle. Thanks so much for watching. : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@supermandiamond Thank You and I will have more vids out on the CETME in the future. As long as you dont bugger up the rollers, I guess thats fine. Thanks bro... : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@Mrcaffinebean I am not sure, I have had it awhile now. Last I looked, they were about 6 bills.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@floflo2012 You don't know how good that comment makes me feel. I thank you so much, its the whole reason I make these videos. : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@3255959 Ya exactly that makes sense. I have personally never seen one of the grinded bolts in person but have seen pics and yes they did it, I know mine is ok and untouched but who knows how many they did like this to get the space to look right. I also heard of many having canted sights, once again, I got lucky and mine are fine. You should be able to look at the back of the bolt and tell if it has been grinded. If you need a video to show exactly, I will do that, let me know. I love comments.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@iKillRagheads Yes, that is a video that has been requested before and I will make it very soon. Thanks for reminding me. lol. Soon very soon. : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@DownRange1776 Yes is it is a CAI rifle but they did this one right. It is a little tight but I would rather it tight than loose. Thank you for the kind words.

[@MrChondro]

Thanks for the Vid! Had mine apart and wanted to get the bolt off..It looked obvious how it came apart and was I just wasn't twisting hard enough..Very fun gun!

[@ChromeFreak123]

Thank you my friend. I wish I knew what you are saying. I think the CETME is one of the finest battle rifles ever designed and happens to be my favorite. Thanks again my friend. : )

[@chanologist]

Cool video I know it's old but when you put it all back together for future readers those last 2 pins you put in to attach your stock you should put 1 pin in 1 side and the other from the opposite side that way as you fire over time and things get loose from recoil it'll never ever separate because it's tied from 2 sides

[@EonDresari]

Thanks for the video, I am considering getting the Century C93, HK93 clone, and it uses the roller lock system and breaks down almost the same as the CETME, just wanted to see what I was in for. As far as cleaning that style rifle, since there is no gas system do you just clean the barrel, chamber, and bolt really well or is there something in the charging handle area that needs cleaning too?

[@ChromeFreak123]

@WildBunch1911A1 Thank you for the kind words. Thank you.

[@ChromeFreak123]

Check your extractor but I would really need to see it. Make sure the fluting in the chamber is nice and clean. Let me know. thanks. : )

[@DownRange1776]

@ChromeFreak123 I agree with you on that. I would like to have it tight and not lose. The take down may be a bit more of a pain but being a 100% working gun makes up for it. The forend is that wood as well? That just looks like a great CAI CETME. I really want one. How hard would it be to mount an optic on it? I know it can be done and like my L1A1 its a pain to take the optic off as the dust cover is screwed in using rails on the inside.

[@IrvingSpiderman]

Thanks for the great video, it was well paced and easy to follow. I'm not sure if you have made the videos for the bolt and trigger group strip and reassembly, but I would like to express an interest in seeing those as well. Very helpful overall, thanks again for taking the time to make these videos!

[@ChromeFreak123]

I would not shoot unless both pins are in the gun. Something is not lining up right. It might take a little pressure on the butt stock but make sure all is where it is suppose to be. I wish i could look at it. Let me know how it goes. thanks.

[@TexasSurplusPro]

Was looking at one and the little rollers on the bolt came out upon removal.. Any ideas? They appear to be held in simply by being in that particular rifle and not by a part on the carrier.. Which seems off to me. I'm brand new to the Cetme/G3 world..

[@ChromeFreak123]

@johndeeremossy Yes, I know on some rifles they were fixed but mine comes off easily.

[@ChromeFreak123]

Thank you for the kind words. I will check out your channel as soon as time permits. I hope to drop by tomorrow. Thanks again. : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@Wild1Banana It might take a few weeks but I will do the trigger group for you, I already have a video out on the bolt carrier. I appreciate you watching.

[@DyannCallahan]

thanks for the viddy....i am thinking about getting one of these and i like to know how easy/difficult a weapon is to strip before i decide....looks ok to me

[@RackinSlides]

Hey mike ! great rifle you got there, Question.. , is it necessary that you remove the hand-guards to break down the rifle?

[@politicalsheepdog]

Yes, they are a good source for parts. Will be ordering this week.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@xdat909 I love it. It really depends on what you are looking for. If you want something for say like a sniper rifle, this is not the one. If you want to send a bunch of .308 down range and really hammer something, this is the rifle.

[@eduardo_77]

I spent almost one year of my life living with a CETME like this .... What a memories ..

[@codystoll579]

Thank you for your videos I really appreciate the time you put into them. if you have some spare time could you make a video on the trigger assembly? I'm having a hard time finding detailed Info on it.

[@scubajim67]

First thing i would like to thank you for these videos. I'm having a ftf issue, the firing pin is contacing the the shell but i dont think its hitting hard or far enough. I tried different ammo and 1 round fired but thats been all i can get could you tell me what other issues could be at play here.

[@Gunluver1]

@ChromeFreak123 did you have to do anything to the stock before adding it? also does the bolt always lock up like that everytime you have to take it apart?

[@ChromeFreak123]

I know I habve the bolt video up but I can not remember if I put a trigger group video up for this gun. I will check that. You can find the bolt video in my playlist. Thanks.

[@mikep2247]

Thanks I got a Cetme and wanted to know exactly how to break it down. Good Vid.

[@Noynik]

I'm considering replacing the trigger group. A little video on that would be helpful. Thanks!!

[@lukemiller1385]

I would like to see the video of you taking down the bolt completely. Also, I wish you would have shown a little more of a close up of you putting the bolt back on correctly. I have been having trouble figuring that assembly out.

[@ChromeFreak123]

I do thoroughly clean everything including the charging handle area. : ) Its a great system but you really need to go over the rifle very well. CAI has been a lot better than they use to be but they still have some bad guns here and there. I have seen excellent work by them but have also seen some bad work done by them. Just really give it a good look and if at all possible, a function test would be great. Thanks and if you need any advice, PM me. Thanks again. : )

[@eclectic3618]

You still alive bro?

[@Arkanix420]

Any advice on how to disassemble the Cetme magazine? I just had two given to me that still have a bit of cosmoline on the outside and I want to inspect the inside to make sure It hasn't gotten in there. I figure you should just have to slide the floor plate off but I don't want to exert to much pressure and damage it without knowing for sure that is all I need to do.

[@ratagris21]

Thank you for posting and sharing this field strip wisdom video.

[@Red_neck_cholo]

Just got these rifle I would love to see how to disassemble the bolt

[@misterjosephfloyd]

Thank you for your time, very informative. I am doing research for purchase, and this certainly helps toward that !

[@ChromeFreak123]

I would really need to look at it. It could be so many different issues. I would bring it in to someone who knows that rifle well. I am sorry I really cant give you more without seeing it.

[@bhongdelossantos7856]

Did you had to polish ur bolt and the inside to make the bolt release smoother? My bolt seems to be rubbing on the metal causing slow moving bolt when released.

[@warkentin73]

Simple punch will release the 50 lb. spring in bolt carrier to re-assemble

[@SPBigJoe]

My dad has a CAI CETME and has an issue with cartridge ejection. I've taken it down (with your video's help) and cleaned the parts with nitro solvent and sprayed everything with a light gun oil (both Outers Brand), but the cartridges get stuck. Last time I had to use a few light taps from a hammer to get the charging handle to budge. Any idea what I should do to get it ejecting?

[@ChromeFreak123]

I have a video out on disassembly of the bolt and bolt carrier on the CETME. In that video it will show you how to get to the firing pin and spring. Thanks again bro... : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@Arkanix420 I am not home right this minute but when I get home I will pull out the magazine and take a look. Thanks and get back to you, if for some reason I don't in the next day or so, please remind me, I am forgetful about things like this. Thanks bro... : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@cokeman2423 Great choice. CAI has had there share of problems but all in all, they will step up and fix their mistakes. At least with the experience I have had with them or my friends have had. I got it at that price from someone I knew and he was very generous with me. Looks like you have fine tastes in firearms.

[@fightingbear8537]

My bolt face will not go completely against the barrel face. Any suggestions ? It may need some more break in shots.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@numba1stunna4269 You should get one if you get a chance too. They are great rifles, just make sure you do your homework on what to look for. there are some bad ones out there but, if its in good shape, grab it. Thanks.

[@ChromeFreak123]

Thank you, I have shot both through my CETME for years. Thanks again. : )

[@Tamasciernos]

Yes please show a total breakdown of the bolt carrier

[@franklong7276]

It's the front hole in the stock that wont line up. Hard to explain but if you were staring at the stock with the spring facing away from you my left side got bent down a little. Not sure how I did that. Sucks. I can hammer the pin in but it's tight as hell so I pulled it out. I'm thinking I can either try and bend it back or file the hole down a little. Any suggestion?

[@ChromeFreak123]

@misterjosephfloyd I am happy it helps you, this is why I make videos and it makes me happy to know that someone is getting something out of my work. : )

[@politicalsheepdog]

Just broke my bolt down and found the firing pin had rust down toward the base. I'll be looking for a new one.

[@ChromeFreak123]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate the kind words. I love the roller delayed blowback system. It just rocks. If I can help you in any way, please let me know. : )

[@ChromeFreak123]

@3255959 I am talking with my friend John and He is saying that there were 2 American companies that did indeed make milled receivers however, they are after market and known to have issues. Some were completely out of spec. and others were milled aluminum and are IMHO dangerous. lol. I think you tried to send me a pic from photobucket but it did not come through. Thanks. and stay in touch. : )

[@johnselleck4719]

Nowhere in the instructions does it say how to get the bolt carrier group back in.The trick to release the bolt was a life saver.Thanks mucho for the tip it made the difference.

[@donsrandomstuff3562]

Just wanted to say thanks.Your vid helped me out.I know you made a roller block vid to.How often should that be taken apart and cleaned?

[@ChromeFreak123]

lol, thanks for watching. : )

[@keptman25]

Thanks I've owned a Cetme for 12yrs..never knew how to remove the hand guard :)

[@ChromeFreak123]

@SocomElite187 No, that is just me, I am a freak and have to clean every nook and cranny. I am like that with every firearm I touch. lol. Thanks.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@MadBadVoodo I appreciate it Hunter. Thank you.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@TheFirearmsChannel Thanks Mike.

[@Stove6046]

thanks, wacking it in backwards to open the bolt seemed easier than depressing the catch for me anyway. barely took any inertia. would like to see trigger group.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@AndrewXAnarchy I do not know but don't think so. Thanks.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@chris3987 I have a 24 year old son and a 22 year old daughter. Thank you for the kind words.

[@ChromeFreak123]

Piece of cake buddy. It is a great rifle, I love mine. Thanks. : )

[@djsoulassassin]

i've had my century sporter for years and love shooting it. it gets some looks when i pull it out of its case. there's one question i have- is there any way to make pulling back the slide to cock it any easier? i noticed yours in the video is pretty rough as well.

[@magnitization]

I'll put up a video to show you mine. I think someone did some work to it? It's a little different and I can tell they filed down the pin stops to make it easier to pull out. Thank you again

[@acox6000]

great video im looking at purchasing one, very simple gun that pack a punch

[@DownRange1776]

I really want a CETME rifle. That is a fine looking battle rifle. My L1A1 taking it apart I have to hit it hard with a punch to get the lower reciever off. Its a CAI gun is yours? Great vid keep them coming.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@DemonHide I can do that. It might take ma a little time to get it on camera but, if enough want to see it, I can do that. Thanks.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@semiautoriflelover Wow man that is scary, I have had an accidental discharge myself awhile back. It is not only embarrassing but very scary. It happens and all you can do is go forward and always put safety first. I and you are very lucky no one got hurt. I made a mental mistake that I would under normal circumstances not make but I did. I learned a valuable lesson and I am positive that it will never happen again. I will make a vid on it, one day. Thanks bro..

[@1kcender4691]

Enjoyed the vid. Kepp up the great work. Thanks

[@ChromeFreak123]

@bondabadouch He is my sidekick on all my vids now. lol.

[@ChromeFreak123]

@RichWyatt1 I am trying. Let me know what you want to see. thank you.

[@badblk95gt]

Mine is a Century. Cocking handle is hit or miss; Grab it and sometimes it comes right back (Hard, but comes back). Other times it's like something jams. I don't think it's entirely in the cocking handle, seems like the bolt carrier is hitting something. Moves like 030" and stops, and I have to let go/pulse the handle to get it to move. Any ideas?

[@ChromeFreak123]

Thank you. Happy New Year. : )

[@RichWyatt1]

great job!! would love to see more

[@ChromeFreak123]

I would take it back down and do it all over again. I can not think of any reason why that would happen. As long as you did not bend anything when you took it down. Thanks.