Remington Model 700 BDL 7mm-08 Rem 22” Bolt Action Rifle 1964 C&R

SOLD FOR: $1,140.00

LSB#: LSB250802DE031

Make: Remington

Model: Model 700

Serial Number: C6637848

Year of Manufacture: 1964 (CL Date Code)

Caliber:  7mm-08 Rem 

Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked with the serial number “C6637848” at the breech and “Remington / MODEL 700” at the midsection.  The left side of the barrel is marked with a “CL” date stamp denoting the April 1964 date of manufacture.  The left side of the barrel is marked “WARNING-READINSTRUCTION BOOK FOR SAFE OPERATION FREE FROM” /  “…..REMINGTON ARMS COMPANY, INC., ILION. N.Y. U.S.A…..”/’ 7MM-08 REM.” The right side of the barrel is marked with the “(R.E.P)” proof mark. The hard rubber black buttpad is marked “Decelerator”.   

Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with Hinged Floorplate Internal Magazine

Barrel Length: 22” Barrel 

Sights / Optics: The top of the receiver is fitted with two scope rings but no scope is present. The barrel is tapped with screw holes and filled at the muzzle and for a rear iron sight.     

Stock Configuration & Condition:  The stock is a gloss-finish one piece skip-checkered stock, ebony-capped forearm with a fluted raised comb with ebony-capped pistol grip, rubber buttplate with sling studs front and rear.  A Caldwell bipod is mounted to the front sling swivel.  The LOP measures approximately 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are minimal light scratches and nicks but there are no chips or cracks. The stock rates in Very Good to Fine overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and shiny and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition:  This rifle retains about 90% of its metal finish.  There is some dulling of the finish on the receiver and some of the bluing is turning to a plum patina such as on the bolt handle. There is some thinning on the leading edges. The markings are clear. The screwheads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in Fine condition for a C&R.

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: Caldwell Bipod

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. Remington had been producing sporting rifles for decades, but their Post-WWI Model 30 Sporter took too much time & money to make and required too much milling. After WWII they designed the Model 721 which used a receiver made of bar stock, meaning it could be turned on a lathe, cutting production time. The basic design of the 721 went through further developments under the direction of engineer Mike Walker, and Remington went on to produce the Model 722 and Model 725, and finally, in 1962, the Model 700 was born. With the design, Walker desired to increase accuracy over previous designs so tight bore & chamber tolerances, a short leader, and fast lock time were used. Since its inception in 1962, it has been produced in just about any caliber and configuration you could think of. If it hasn’t there are custom parts and gunsmiths out there to get it exactly how you like. 

This 700 BDL was manufactured in 1964. This rifle, chambered in 7mm-08 Remington, would be outstanding for medium to large North American game.  Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck bidding!

BF