Remington Model 700 BDL .30-06 Springfield 22″ Bolt Action Rifle MFD 1980
SOLD FOR: $1075
LSB#: 210811MT10
Make: Remington
Model: 700 BDL
Serial Number: B6236247
Year of Manufacture: 1980 (WA Date Code)
Caliber: .30-06 Sprg.
Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with Hinged Floorplate Magazine
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked with the serial number at the breech and “Remington / MODEL 700” at the midsection. The left side of the barrel is marked “REMINGTON ARMS CO. INC. ILION, N.Y. MADE IN U.S.A.” followed by “30-06 SPRG.”. The left side of the chamber is marked with an inspection mark and “WA 25”. The right side of the barrel is marked with inspectors marks at the breech. The bottom of the bolt is matched and hand-marked “6247”.
Barrel Length: 22”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed into a serrated ramped base screwed to the barrel, there is a protective hood installed. The rear sight is a “U” notched sight on a slider on an elevation ramp fixed to the rear of the barrel and is adjustable for windage and elevation. The left side of the receiver has a pair of drilled, tapped, and filled holes partially below the stock line. The top of the receiver has two pairs of drilled, tapped, and filled holes.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is skipline checkered wood with black caps, white spacers, brass reinforcing pin, and a fluted Monte Carlo comb with a cheekpiece. There are a few little compressions and draglines. The most noticeable marks are on the sides of the buttstock. The checkering is strong. 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 black hard rubber Remington buttplate. The plate has some light wear. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. There is some discoloration on the top of the barrel surrounding the front sight base. There are some spots of oil staining. There are some light handling marks. There is standard operational wear. The markings are clear. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine-Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. When on safe the bolt is locked and cannot be cycled. 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 is a leather sling.
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, and in law enforcement and has been produced in just about any caliber and configuration you could think of. This BDL is chambered for the popular .30-06 Springfield cartridge and has a 22” barrel. This should be a great rifle to take target shooting or hunting and hitting your mark should be no problem with either the iron sights or a scope once installed. Please see our photos and good luck!