Defiance 75 degree bolt thoughts

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I tried looking around but haven’t seen many reviews on the new defiance 75 degree bolts? Does anyone have any personal experience with them? Im considering an anti-x with one for a hunting rifle build.
 
I thought @Lowlight did a review when they first became available.

I switched to Manner's LRH stocks, so I haven't had to order a replacement, even though I want to try one in the 280 Ackley to see if I can switch to a different/lighter stock.
 
I've been considering picking one up for my 6.5 PRC but I too was hoping to hear some feedback from others before I spent the coin. I might just have to take a chance and grab one.
 
I saw someone in another thread mentioned they weren’t happy with the cam pressure needed to close the bolt. I am going to wait and see what my clearances are like with the 90 and my optic setup before I rush out and drop $500+ on a new bolt to save 15 degrees.
 
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I spoke with @Deep South Tactical about the 75 degree before I ordered mine and he told me the same thing about the “heavy bolt”. His recommendation is why I went with the 90 degree on my build he has now. 🤷🏻‍♂️
Thats helpful. Ive been contemplating another fuzion action or the anti x mainly due to the 75 degree bolt. If the bolt lift is noticeably stiffer the choice is easy.