Remington 700 Classic .35 Whelen 22″ Bolt Action Rifle, MFD 1988
SOLD FOR: $1,130.00
LSB#: LSB260421DD065
Make: Remington
Model: 700
Serial Number: C6284114
Year of Manufacture: 1988
Caliber: .35 Whelen
Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine, Hinged Floorplate.
Barrel Length: 22″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a ramp screwed into the barrel. The rear sight is an adjustable U notch screwed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock appears to be a one-piece checkered stock with a semi pistol grip, straight comb, rubber buttpad, and checkered forend. There is light handling wear. There are a few light scratches and compression marks throughout. There is a large chip on the left side of the rifle in the checkering. There are no cracks. The LOP is 13.25″. The stock fits tightly to the frame. Overall, the stock rates in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. There is fouling in the grooves. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows handling wear. There are light scratches and faint surface rust forming. The barrel has a few spots of faint surface rust forming throughout. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the safety. We did not fire this rifle, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Remington Model 700 Classic is a desirable limited-production sporting rifle from Remington’s annual Classic series, with the 1988 edition chambered in .35 Whelen. The .35 Whelen is a powerful medium-bore sporting cartridge developed from the .30-06 Springfield case and later standardized by Remington, with the Model 700 Classic serving as its first commercial Remington rifle offering in 1988. This example is configured with a 22” barrel, factory iron sights, internal magazine with hinged floorplate, blued finish, and a one-piece checkered stock with semi-pistol grip, straight comb, rubber buttpad, and checkered forend.
This Model 700 Classic is in Very Good condition overall, retaining about 98% of its original blued metal finish with handling wear, light scratches, and faint surface rust forming, including a few faint spots on the barrel. The stock rates in Very Good condition, showing light handling wear, scattered scratches and compression marks, and a large chip on the left side in the checkering, but no cracks. The bore is bright with sharp rifling, no erosion, and rates 9 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. The action functions correctly, the safety operates properly, the markings are clear and legible, and the screw heads are sharp. This rifle should appeal to Remington collectors, Model 700 Classic enthusiasts, and hunters looking for a .35 Whelen rifle with strong bore condition and classic American sporting-rifle appeal. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids! -N.P