Kimber of Oregon Clackamas Model 84 Classic .223 Rem 22″ Bolt Action Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1451
LSB#: 211203FH25
Make: Kimber of Oregon
Model: 84 Classic
Serial Number: 482
Year of Manufacture: 1980-1988
Caliber: .223 Rem
Action Type: Bolt Action, Internal Magazine Fed Rifle
Markings: The top of the barrel is marked “KIMBER OF OREGON, INC., CLACKAMAS, OREGON, U.S.A.”. The left of the chamber is marked “.223 REM”. The left of the receiver is marked with the serial number and “Kimber MODEL 84”. The underside of the bolt handle is hand-marked “482”.
Barrel Length: 22?
Sights / Optics: There is no provision for iron sights. The top of the receiver has a male dovetail.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a one-piece checkered walnut with dark forend cap, capped pistol grip, fluted straight comb, sling studs front and rear, and checkered steel shotgun-style buttplate. There is a crack at the toe. There are some scattered compressions, the most noticeable are on the sides of the buttstock. There are a few dings, the most noticeable are on the comb at the front and on the toe. The checkering is mostly sharp. The LOP measures approximately 13 5/8” from the front of the trigger to the rear of the plate. The palte has a small dent at the toe. The plate has some light wear. The stock rates in Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
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 97% of its metal finish. There are a few little tiny nicks on the trigger guard. There are a few little tiny marks through the finish on the muzzle. There is a little bit of thinning on one of the raised edges of the floorplate. There are a couple tiny marks through the finish on the barrel, most noticeable on the right side at about the midsection. There is some faint thinning on the edges of the grip cap. There is standard operational wear. The screw heads are undamaged. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. 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: Incldued is a serial matching box
Our Assessment: This is a nice Model 84 Classic chambered in .223 Remington. Kimber originally produced the Model 82 rimfire and then started with the 84 centerfire after the success of the rimfires. Using the new Model 84 actions, Kimber specialized in making heavier-weight, small-caliber center-fires for benchrest shooting and varmint hunting. Perhaps the ultimate prairie dog gun, they were tack-driving accurate with outstanding barrels, stocks and triggers, and heavy enough to negate recoil. After the Model 84 was a success, the later large caliber Model 89 was born and they were soon overwhelmed with production demand and went through financial turmoil. They later reformed but did so in Yonkers, New York with different backers and business interests. Collectors hold the Clackamas Oregon Kimbers in high regard, after picking it up you will see why. This one has a couple defects, though they are mostly to the wood, and has a great bore and the blued finish looks stellar. It should be hitting the bullseye for years to come with proper care. Please see our photos and good luck!