Remington Model 700 Identification by topherdel Sun Jun 24, 2007 1:59 am I am trying to determine the exact model of a Remington Model 700. The rifle has an E.R. Remington for this reason, and based on production numbers, 99.9985% of the Tactical Long Range and Xtreme Conditions rifles. If it is a good deal, and you want it, buy it. With the introduction of the 7MM Remington Magnum cartridge in 1962, Remington Arms unveiled the new Remington Model 700 bolt-action rifle. The United States Army has awarded Remington a contract for the upgrade of Both the U.S. Army's M24 Sniper Weapon System and U.S. Marine Corps' M40 sniper rifles are built from the Remington Model 700 rifle, in different degrees of modification, the main difference being the custom fitted heavy contour barrel and action length. Related Dictionary Pages: Sharps 1863 Carbine - Rifle, Walther P-38 Semi-Automatic Handgun, Colt Patent Arms Manufacturing Revolving Rifle. 700 receivers with ser# 1000-387347 started in 1962 until 11-68. The Remington Model 700 action is known for its three steel rings. Looks like it fall the that second range of dates. The receiver is milled from round cross-section steel. Remington 700 (both ADL and BDL models) receiver/actions were produced starting in 1962 with serial number 1000 and ran to serial number 387347 in November of 1968. 64. With those numbers, could this really be a I was trying to have an adult conversation with you; I guess thats not possible. We'd need to see more of the muzzle end, especially with the barrel/camera angle making it look like the barrel gets bigger, not smaller. The Remington 700 was produced The latest designation for the Remington Model 700 sniper rifle is the Remington M24 SWS (Sniper Weapon System). Remington Serial/Barrel Number Remington Barrel Code and Serial Number, How to Find Out Manufacture Date OP, can you tell us the muzzle diameter? I saw a couple of pictures the other day. Model 700 Civilian Versions The rifle can also be ordered with a detachable box magazine. Marines. I forgot about that model- the 700 Mountain Rifle DM with a gold ring Leupold was my absolute grail gun when I was a kid reading Outdoor Life! . Model 30. GunCollectionsOnline - Privacy Policy Last edited on 24 November 2022, at 23:21, Learn how and when to remove this template message, Cambridge Police Department (Massachusetts), "Long-gun sales target trends: know the market and your customers for real success! No floorplate. Feb 27, 2021 #1 Hey guys, I've been trying to figure out some info on this used rem 700 7mm rem mag I've got, but I'm not sure about the date code. It has a hinged floor plate. What is the Value of your Remington Model 700 Bolt-Action Rifle? The standard Remington 700 comes with 3 to 6 round internal magazine, depending on the caliber. Well someone beat me to it; but, I was able to talk to the guy who bought it because of my curiosity. Savage 110 Triggers I sent the serial number to Remington to get what information they could provide. cartridges less than 2.8 inches in overall length like the .308, the Remington 700 SPS - This Includes 3-9x40 mm. I thought it was a classic but remington didn't make a classic in .270 Win. The easy button is to buy a $5 caliper and slap it on the end of the barrel to get a diameter reading. 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Offered in all standard calibers. No guess work. Serial number starts with a D. Does anyone know what I got exactly? As was mentioned the CDL has a satin finish on the stock. The Sportsman 78 was not included in the recall that affected the trigger group. ACCURACY IN ITS MOST ADVANCED FORM. 223 caliber tactical style 1 in 9 inch twist or 308 caliber tactical style 6200000-6899999 started in 11-1968 until 8-1975. Remingtons Model 700: The First 50 Years www.americanrifleman.org. marriage of the SPS Varmint, and the Tactical Long Range rifles. and the SPS is designed to avoid slippage even in adverse conditions. I had nothing but issues with a 700DM in 260Rem. Remington Ultra Magnum. Can be wood (with no grip cap or forearm cap) or plastic (Remington prefers the term '"synthetic") stock, Blued or Matte finish. If there is a single feature that is a make or break when it comes to choosing between the ADL, BDL, or CDL this would be it. standard 24 inch barrel, or a 26 inch barrel and the X-Mark The buyer says if he decides his son doesn't want or like it, he will offer it to me first. New Rifle Info? The report stated that Remington has received thousands of customer complaints since the firing mechanism was introduced in the 1940s and that nearly two dozen deaths and hundreds of injuries had been attributed to inadvertent discharges of 700 series rifles. The Model 40-X is world-renowned for its competition-winning accuracy, but it was not well suited as a hunting rifle. The M24 uses the long action bolt-face, whereas the Top choice of elite military snipers, the Model 700 is . without the trigger being pulled, the cause of these suits may be a result scope, a bipod, and case. REMINGTON ARMS COMPANY, INC. Model 700 Custom "C" Grade :: Gun Values by Gun Digest Made from 1964-1983, 2003-2004 and reintroduced in 2006. The 7MM Remington Magnum cartridge paved the way for the magnum cartridge craze in the early 1960s. outfitted with a Before Remington Arms introduced the Model 700, the flagship of the company was the Remington Model 40-X. The rifle is equipped with a synthetic stock and a detachable magazine. experts, nobody has EVER been able to cause a Remington 700 to fire corrosion control product to make it highly resistant to scratches and You wont find extensive information on these two models but you will find parts lists and diagrams showing where the parts are located on each weapon. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Most who want a Remington 700 configured in a specific way look to the hordes of aftermarket stocks and accessories and customize their own. You will notice on yours how shiny the BDL Stock is and the end cap! Pro Trigger which was designed for the Remington Tactical Long Range rifle. I believe the factory detachable mag 700's can be hit or miss function wise. I don't have a picture. Does this picture help? But the 700 is not a single rifle, its dozens of designs all based on a single original design. SKU#s unknown. Bergara B-14 Triggers O.K. Although the CDL includes what is thought to be a higher grade satin finish, there are many shooters who prefer the BDLs Monte Carlo high-gloss finish, especially with the contrasting black barrel. Remington Model 700 CDL Bolt Action Rifle -The Remington Model 700, a rifle with no equal, and a superior performer in every way. Did you go back to the Remington Society page and look up the markings? function perfectly. I would therefore "assume" that this rifle was manufactured between 08/09/99 and 10/01/01; however, in looking at the list of beginning letters for serial numbers, the letter "S" would appear to be 1998. including the Model 700, Model 700 ADL, Model 700 BDL, Model 700 CDL, and If youve read a lot of Remington owners manuals for other weapons of theirs before, then a lot of the literature will look the same in this one. Remington 700 or 1100 serial numbers can be decoded the same way as Remington 870 serial numbers. The Remington 700 PSS is a bolt-action rifle that was first introduced in 1978. Its extra features and satin finish do produce a handsome firearm that would make a nice addition to any collections but do little to increase its field performance. Do not wait to find out if you are stealing it, someone else will steal it first. Fact.They came in all kinds of configurations , unless you only shop at walmart . It is a .270 Win with a stainless barrel, walnut style stock, wrap around checkering (bdl or classic style), there is no black fore end cap. Your email address will not be published. But, unfortunately, the Remington Model 40-X was no match for Winchester's design. differing customizations, the main difference is the inclusion of a 135. finishes and over 50 different calibers. with the Army. Additionally, Remington no Knowing that these markings are there tends to give a soft and fuzzy to the life of your firearm. sniper rifles are built on the Remington Model 700 rifle design but with Identify the serial number and enter it at www.xmprecall.remington.com You will be informed if your rifle is affected by this recall. Here is the response they sent to me: What cartridge did remington tell you it left the factory chambered for? 700, I participate in practical shooting and 3-Gun competitions because they are the best way for me to test equipment and upgrades under stress. System or TWS optional package which includes a Leupold Mark IV M3 10x40 [25] 150 lawsuits have been filed against Remington alleging injury or death related to the trigger. The M24 and M40 military sniper rifles, used by the US Army and Marine Corps, respectively, are both based on the Model 700 design. After CNBC ran a story about Other versions of the rifle, including the titanium receiver 700ti, the 700 SPS (which replaced the ADL in 2005), and the CDL have since been introduced. Models without serial numbers may still be dated using the two or three letters imprinted on the barrel. Like the earlier 721, the Remington 700 action was designed for mass production. Although it was still a trusted field rifle, the additional features were aimed at the more experienced shooter. The 700P series appears to have been influenced by the designs, features, and success of the M24 Sniper Weapon System and the M40 series, with one feature of the Model 700P series being the heavier and thicker barrel for increased accuracy and reduced recoil. In 1962, Remington offered the Model 700 and included a totally new chambering, the 7 mm Rem. The Remington Model 700 is a series of bolt-action centerfire rifles manufactured by Remington Arms since 1962. Thats not a BDL stock. The M24 SWS comes with a fully adjustable stock, a Leupold scope for long-range target acquisition. The episode highlighted incidents of accidental deaths as a result of Remington 700s firing without the trigger being pulled, problems with Remington's trigger mechanism replacement program, and a class-action lawsuit filed by Remington owners. The 700 AS has a Six Enterprises stock and the 700 RS has a Choate stock, but I'm not sure how to differentiate between them. designed stock and comes in a youth size. If you are looking for an iconic rifle that has stood the test of time and will provide you with many years of faithful service, it is hard to beat the Remington 700. In the end, the Remington 700 is a classic design that is a time-tested American icon. I think he is correct, that looks like a Mountain Rifle DM. I believe the original 700 BDL Varmint Special (24") was produced in 7mm-08 for some time and was popular with metallic silhouette shooters. Custom Shop bolt-action rifle in high-polish blue. I sent the serial number to Remington and they told me that it was made in 1976; but, since it's that old, they do not have any records beyond that. _________________________________________________________________________. Some variants Both the BDL and CDL can also be fitted with a detachable box magazine, with several after market brands to choose from. Might try and find a copy of the blue book they usually have decent descriptions. Fitted with fancy walnut BDL-style Monte Carlo stock and rosewood fore-end tip and grip cap. Its first advertisement appeared in the June 1962. I'm meeting with the guy tomorrow. Until its end of production in 2005, the ADL was considered a budget friendly field rifle aimed at providing a quality rifle to the average sportsman. Remington also produces a Mountain LSS version that is In addition, small metal parts, including the bottom metal, were stamped, and the stocks were not finished as highly as older models. They did not catalog any short action 700 KS that I am aware of (although McMillan did make a special run of short action KS stocks), Sounds like a Custom Shop M7. Thanks in advance. The contract is for a five year period and has guaranteed minimum value of $192K with a potential value of up to $28.2 million. WorthPoint is the largest resource online for identifying, researching and valuing antiques. The Remington 700 series rifles often come with a 3-, 4- or 5-round internal magazine depending on the caliber chambered, some of which have a hinged floor-plate for quick unloading, and some of which are "blind" (with no floor-plate). I think, emphasis on think, that was the era when Remington cataloged the 700 AS, Arylon Stock, and 700 RS, Rynite Stock. I am trying to determine the exact model of a Remington Model 700. Pole arms, swords, fire-arms, helmets & other armour, Manion's Firearms Auction 200 Closes January 19, 1999, Firearms and weapons, the collection of the late D. N. Crouse, Deanes' Manual of the History and Science of Fire-Arms, Report On the Manufacture of Fire-Arms and Ammunition, Rare firearms and kindred weapons, gathered by Mr. Fred E. Hines. It is a M700 Classic stock (looks to be an early one from the looks of the recoil pad) on a SS BDL rifle. The barrels with their own date codes told the actual date of firearm assembly or close-to date prior to shipping. If you are a newbie at operating firearms, then you may want to read this section to become familiar with how to stay safe with the rifle. package. 26 inch heavy barrel. D. L. Poll; Model 700 SPS Varmint VS 700 Long Range for a build. come with bipods, slings, fluted barrels and other options. According to Bought a B&C stock and had CDI inlet for their BM and AICS mags and all was well. GRAPHIC A: HOW TO FIND YOUR SERIAL NUMBER Remington Arms Company, LLC 870 Remington Drive P.O. Remington 700 Identification - 7mm RUM HELP! I have found SKU# 85561 for the 700 SPS Varmint (26") in 7mm-08. Overview. Copyright 2000-2023 24hourcampfire.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Modern Guns Identification & Values by Steve Quertermous. [2] Remington initially produced two variants of the Model 700, the ADL and BDL, in both long- and short-action rifles that allowed for the chambering of different cartridges. There are many variants of the consumer version of the Model 700, Remington makes versions of the 700 for both the US Army and the US by Doom. It's just a 700 BDL DM. calibers larger than 3.34inches like the .300 [6], Remington produced a 700 ML muzzleloading rifle from 1996 onward. I started this blog and forum to share information, tips, photos, and advice about the Remington 870 shotgun, accessories, and upgrades. respects to the 700P but lack the H-S Precision stock. I know some older McMillan stocks had "McMillan" stamped inside. by topherdel Tue Jul 24, 2007 9:45 pm, Post It is a development of the Remington 721 and 722 series of rifles, which were introduced in 1948. The actual date of firearm assembly or close-to date prior to shipping 700P but lack the H-S Precision.. 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