Remington Model 7400 .35 Whelen 22” Semi-Automatic Rifle & Scope, MFD 1993
SOLD FOR: $1,025.00
LSB#: LSB250528MY044
Make: Remington
Model: 7400
Serial Number: B8168427
Year of Manufacture: Dec. 1993 (XN Date Code)
Caliber: .35 Whelen
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, fed by Detachable Magazines
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “Remington / B8168427”, “Model 7400”. The left side of the barrel is marked with Remington’s address & warning, “35 WHELEN”, and “XN”, with two additional proofs.
Barrel Length: 22”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a red fiber optic rod, inserted into a black blade that is dovetailed to a serrated ramp, screwed to the barrel. The rear sight is a U-notch sight with two green fiber optic rod inserts, on a ramp, screwed to the barrel. The receiver is mounted with a Leupold VX-1 3-9×40 scope with a duplex reticle. The glass in the scope is clear. The scope shows no notable wear. Overall, the scope is in Excellent condition. The scope is mounted on a two-piece, high-mount ring/base set that allows use of the iron sights as well.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two piece checkered walnut with a capped pistol grip, fluted raised comb, checkered plastic buttplate, checkered forend, and two sling studs front and rear. The LOP measures 13 3/8” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stocks show light wear, with only a couple of minor dings scattered throughout. The checkering is well defined. The stocks fit the barreled action tightly, with no play. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stocks rate in Fine to Excellent condition. There is a leather sling attached to the rifle.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is scattered light pitting, and some corrosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 7/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light scattered surface corrosion throughout the barrel, receiver and the bolt. The action shows some operational wear on the friction portions of the action. There is some residue on the barrel, in between the barrel and the forend. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are unmarred. Overall, this rifle rates in Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the cross-bolt safety. We have not fired this rifle, but we did perform a mechanics check. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes 1x 4rd factory Remington magazine, in Good condition, the scope and the sling as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: ?The Remington Model 7400 is a semi-automatic rifle produced from 1981 to 2004. It features a 22-inch barrel, a 4-round detachable box magazine, and a walnut stock with a straight comb and checkered pistol grip. The rifle is equipped with fiber optic iron sights and a Leupold VX-1 3–9×40 scope, offering versatility for various shooting preferences. Weighing approximately 7.5 pounds, the Model 7400 is designed for balance and maneuverability in the field. Chambered in .35 Whelen, this cartridge was developed in the early 20th century by Colonel Townsend Whelen by creating a .30-06-length cartridge necked up to accept a .358-inch bullet. The cartridge quickly gained favor among hunters for its combination of manageable recoil and excellent terminal performance on medium to large game, and it remains a respected hunting round for those seeking a hard-hitting, versatile caliber in standard action rifles.
This Remington Model 7400 in .35 Whelen presents as a sound, serviceable semi-automatic hunting rifle that is ready for continued field use after routine maintenance. The rifle retains about 90% of its original blued finish with light scattered surface corrosion on the barrel, receiver and bolt, and the action shows normal operational wear on friction surfaces. The bore is bright with sharp rifling but shows scattered light pitting and some corrosion, and is graded approximately 7/10; a thorough cleaning and bore restoration should be performed if long-term accuracy is desired. The semi-automatic action and cross-bolt safety function as intended on a mechanical check, and the included Leupold VX-1 3–9×40 scope and one 4-round factory magazine accompany the rifle. A qualified gunsmith inspection is recommended prior to use to address the noted corrosion and to verify safe, serviceable operation.
With some attention to the areas of surface corrosion and to the bore, this rifle would make a great primary hunting rifle for any and all North American big game. It would also compliment an already existing Remington collection. Please check out our high quality photos, and good luck on your bids! – J.D.
