Remington Model 40XBBR .222 Rem 26” Single Shot Bolt Action Benchrest Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,675.25
LSB#: LSB250708MS060
Make: Remington
Model: 40XBBR
Serial Number: 43953B
Year of Manufacture: 1959 1966
Caliber: .222 Remington
Action Type: Single Shot, Bolt Action Rifle
Barrel Length: 26” Stainless Heavy Barrel
Sights / Optics: There is no provision for a front sight. The top of the barrel has a pair of drilled, tapped, and filled holes. The receiver is drilled, tapped and fitted with a two piece male dovetails.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The benchrest-style hardwood stock has a honey brown stain and exceptional linear grain. It features a fluted comb and pistol grip with a beavertail forend. There are very light scratches and scuffs in scattered areas as photographed. There are no cracks or major damage. There is a cutout in the stock for the tang-mounted safety, which is missing. The LOP measures 13-1/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the factory rubber butt pad. The pad has a black spacer and only displays light scuffs, while remaining highly supple. The stock rates in Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: The barrel is polished stainless steel. The receiver is blued high carbon steel. The bolt is jeweled. The trigger guard is matte black painted.
Finish Originality: All Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows very light scuffs and scratches on the barrel and receiver. The bolt and portions of the chamber are worn from interacting. The trigger guard has light loss of finish. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are crisp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The trigger breaks at 5.6 OUNCES! The action is very smooth. The safety has been removed, PLEASE take caution when chambering a round, the trigger pull is extremely light. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Remington Model 40XBBR is a purpose-built precision platform that pairs a heavy 26” stainless barrel with a single-shot bolt action and a beautifully figured benchrest-style hardwood stock — the sort of rifle that was clearly assembled with accuracy as the primary goal. Chambered in .222 Remington and fitted with a polished stainless heavy barrel, jeweled bolt, and drilled/tapped receiver with two-piece male dovetails, this rifle is set up to accept quality optics and deliver consistent, small-group performance. The fluted comb, beavertail forend and the excellent linear grain of the stock speak to a rifle built for stable contact and repeatable cheek weld; the 13-1/8” LOP with supple factory rubber butt pad will suit many shooters out of the box.
Cosmetically and mechanically this example is impressive — retaining roughly 98% of its metal finish, a bright bore with sharp rifling (9/10), smooth action, and crisp screw heads — all indicators of careful ownership and light use. Most notable is the exceptionally light trigger, breaking at 5.6 ounces, which is a serious asset for precision shooting and small-bore work but also elevates the need for caution. The tang-mounted safety has been removed (the stock has a cutout but the safety is absent), and there is some wear where the bolt and chamber interact; because the safety is missing and the trigger is extremely light, we recommend a qualified gunsmith inspect the action, confirm safe timing and locking, and either reinstall a proper safety or install an appropriate safety device before regular use.
For the benchrest or varmint shooter seeking a turnkey, precision-capable rifle, this Remington 40XBBR is an excellent starting point: near-mint finish, a first-rate barrel, and a truly outstanding trigger make it immediately attractive for accuracy-minded shooters. For the collector, the rifle’s original finishes, quality stock work, and overall condition are appealing, though the absent safety and light trigger may affect desirability until addressed. With a competent gunsmith’s sign-off and a proper optic mounted to the drilled and dovetailed receiver, this example is primed to deliver the sort of accuracy its configuration promises. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.
