Limited Edition Remington Model 40-SSA Sniper M40 .308 Win 24″ Rifle 2006
SOLD FOR: $4390
LSB#: 210202MS33
Make: Remington
Model: 40-SSA Special Limited Edition
Serial Number: SSA0501
Year of Manufacture: March 2006 (WA Date Code)
Caliber: .308 Winchester
Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with Hinged Floorplate Internal Magazine
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “U.S. / SSA0501” at the breech and “Remington / MODEL 700” at the midsection. The left side of the barrel is marked “REMINGTON ARMS COMPANY. INC. ILION, N.Y. 308 WIN.” and is also marked “WA” at the chamber. The right side of the barrel is marked with inspectors marks at the breech. The bottom of the bolt is matched and marked “0501”.
Barrel Length: 24” Heavy
Sights / Optics: The barrel has no provision for iron sights. The receiver has four drilled and tapped holes, one is empty and the other three are installed with a one-piece Redfield style rail. The left of the receiver has a pair of empty drilled and tapped holes. Included is an olive green Redfield 3-9×40 scope marked “0055 of 1000” on the front of the magnification adjustment ring. There are some spots of dried oil and light handling marks. The scope has a mildot reticle and the glass is clear, in about Excellent condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is smooth oil finished walnut with a pistol grip, bras reinforcing pin on the left, and a fluted Monte Carlo comb with a cheekpiece. There are a few light handling marks and draglines. There are a few light marks on the left of the butt down towards the toe and on the belly. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures approximately 13 1/4” from the front of the trigger to the back of the checkered alloy buttplate which displays light wear with only a few worn peaks at the heel. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are some rubs that have caused smooth spots. There are a couple of little spots of oil. There are some light handling and standard operational marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are strong. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included are a serial matching limited edition box with a matching serial number, green nylon sling, manual, certificate of authenticity, and the previously described Redfield scope in about Excellent condition. The sling has a few light marks and a few spots of discoloration to the metal, in about Fine condition. The box has light wear from storage and the sleeve has some edgewear and a few creases and scuffs, in about Fine condition.
Our Assessment: The Remington 700 needs no introduction. It has been one of the most popular bolt action rifles in America for decades, seeing use in target shooting, hunting, law enforcement, and militaries. This one is a 2006 Limited Edition Model 700 Vietnam Era M40. This rifle was a cooperative effort between Remington, Iron Brigade Armory and the United States Marine Corp Scout/Sniper Association and was built to the specs of the 1966 Marine Corp contract. It features a parkerized finish, oiled walnut stock, flat crowned barrel, wide safety, replica buttplate, special serial numbers and stampings. This one comes with a Redfield 3-9 power scope just like what was issued to the Marines when the M40 was adopted in 1966. The M40 is one of Remington’s most historically significant guns and now is your chance to own the closest replica made by the manufacturer of the original. Please see our photos and good luck!