Remington Model 700 BDL Varmint Special .22-250 24″ Bolt Action Rifle 1993

SOLD FOR: $1356

LSB#: 211210DV12

Make: Remington

Model: 700 BDL Varmint Special

Serial Number: C6766994

Year of Manufacture: 1993 (BN Date Code)

Caliber: .22-250 Remington

Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with Hinged Floorplate

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 with a warning above “REMINGTON ARMS COMPANY, INC., ILION, N.Y. U.S.A.”, “22-250 REM”, and is also marked with inspection marks, and “BN” at the receiver. The right side of the barrel is marked with magnaflux, proof, and test marks at the breech. The bolt is matched to the rifle and the bottom is marked “6994”.

Barrel Length: 24”

Sights / Optics: The barrel has no provision for iron sights. The top of the receiver is installed with a one-piece base and rings holding a Tasco 6-24×40 scope. The scope has a few scattered draglines, scuffs, and a few nicks into the metal. There are light handling marks. The scope has a duplex reticle and the glass is clear. The scope rates in about Fine condition.

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 light handling marks and draglines. There are a few little nicks into the finish and a few dings, the most noticeable marks are on the right side of the buttstock, left side at the trigger, and on the nosecap of the forend. The checkering is intact and strong. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures approximately 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the back of the checkered black plastic Remington buttplate. The plate has a couple of little nicks and scratches, mostly on the heel. The stock rates in about Fine overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. There is a little finish wear on the edge of the muzzle. There are a few oil marks, mostly on the left side of the receiver. There are a couple little marks on the trigger guard. There is light handling wear. There is standard operational wear. The markings are strong, the screw sockets are lightly worn. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine Plus condition.

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: Included is the previously described scope.

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 & cost. 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 leade, 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 Varmint Special looks like it sat in a safe for much of its life, has strong mechanics, and a stellar bore. This rifle is ready to make short work of paper targets and varmints alike. Pick up this American classic and take her out into the field, chances are you won’t be disappointed. Please see our photos and good luck!