For models without a serial number, we may be able to determine the age by the 2-3 letters that are stamped on the barrel. If your firearm does have a serial number, if you will call or email us the serial number and model number we can determine the approximate age of your firearm. Contact Remington through their Help Center by e-mail at info@remington.com or call their historian at 1-800-243-9700 Mon-Fri 9-5 EST. Remington Serial number look up. Using barrel codes such as those listed above to date the manufacture are reliable on Remington rifles. As it was a reliable and accurate rifle far with the serial number they will be able a remington 243 model 788. Remington 788 (Custom) Left Hand Description: This Remington 788 is a custom. Built off of a Remington 788 action it is chambered in.22-250 Remington and has a Bishop custom left hand stock with cheek piece and rosewood forend tip, Pachmayr White Line butt pad, left hand bolt with right hand ejection port and a custom heavy barrel (maker unknown).

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Remington offers a variety of compact firearms specifically designed for youth, women, and smaller stature shooters. These shotguns and rifles are manufactured to the same high quality as our full size models yet offer a shorter stock for better balance and fit. The compact shotgun models come with an adjustable length of pull system that allows the shooter to custom fit their stock to fit their individual length of pull. A proper fit lends itself to more accurate and confident shooting.

For a complete list of our compact model shotguns, please check the compact section of our site here.

For compact model rifles, please check the following link here.

The design of our Model 700, Model Seven, Model 7400, and Model 7600 will not be damaged by dry firing.
We do not recommend dry firing any of our rimfire models. Our tempering process used to manufacture the springs inside the trigger and bolt assemblies will not be harmed if stored under tension.
If you do dry fire your rifle make certain that the firearm is unloaded. Visually inspect the chamber and be certain that there is not a round in the chamber. As always, treat every gun as if it were loaded and keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Do not point the muzzle at any object you would not want to shoot.

If you are concerned that your gun is involved in a recall we would suggest that you review the information found in our Safety Center.

If you still have questions after review of this information please do not hesitate to contact us at 1-800-243-9700 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., EST, Monday through Friday and one of our representatives will be happy to assist you with your concerns. Please have the Model number and serial number available when calling.

Thank you for choosing a Remington firearm!
We hope that your new Remington brings you pride and enjoyment for many years to come. For your convenience we now offer product registration on-line. The information provided will enable us to better serve you with products developed to meet your needs and interests. Please take a moment to complete the Preferred Customer Registration Form.

By completing the registration you will be entitled to:

• Confirmation of Ownership: We will maintain a record of your ownership in the event you need this information as proof of purchase.
• Product Services Information: This record will assist us in providing prompt and efficient factory service. Also, it will allow us to contact you in the unlikely event a safety notification is required.
• Product Information: Periodic updates of new product innovations and special offers that may be of interest to you.
• Warranty Information: With the purchase of your firearm, you are entitled to a warranty for the firearm. After completing the online form please follow the link to the Warranty page to locate and download the warranty for your firearm.

http://www.remington.com/pages/support/online-product-registration.aspx.

Most repairs take approximately 4-6 weeks depending on the season, availability of parts, and what type of work you are having done. Rebluing, refinishing, and other work take a little longer than standard repairs.

A Service Request Number is now required on all firearms coming in for repair. Please call us at 1-800-243-9700 M-F 9am-5pm EST to obtain your SR number. You can find more details about this on the Repair Services page on our website.

We do not recommend dry firing the rimfire firearms as this may cause damage to the firing pin and to the chamber. The firing pin on rimfires strikes the rim of the cartridge (thus the 'rimfire' designation), so dry firing would allow the firing pin to strike the edge of the chamber area causing possible damage.

Twist imparts spin on a bullet which dramatically improves its stability in flight. For example, if a barrel has a twist rate of 1 in 9”, then the rifling would complete 1 full revolution in 9 inches.

Heavier bullet weights in a given caliber require more twist. More twist is indicated by a lower number- 1 in 9 has more twist than 1 in 12.

Firearm manufacturers select twist rates for their guns which effectively stabilize most popular bullet weights for that caliber. If bullets are used in a given firearm that are on the extreme ends bullet weight for its caliber accuracy of the firearm may be effected.

Many consumers request information regarding the use of NATO ammunition in their firearms. While we realize that some ammunition guides show interchangeability between some of these rounds (5.56 in .223 Remington or 7.62 x 51 in .308 Winchester), use of and NATO cartridges is not recommended in a gun chambered for the commercial variation of the cartridge. There are large pressure discrepancies between these two versions of a similar cartridge which could result in damage to the firearm or expedited wear on the gun itself.

We do not recommend using any cartridge in any firearm whose barrel stamp does not match the head stamp of the cartridge exactly.

To Order Parts:

Many parts for your Remington firearm can be be ordered online, by calling us or via fax.

WARNING! Use only Remington parts in Remington’s firearms.

1. To order parts online visit Remington’s online store at https://www.remington.com/shop/
2. To order by phone please call 1-800-243-9700 Mon-Fri, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Eastern time.

Please have the following information ready before you call.

1. Firearm model and serial number.
2. Part description and quantity.
3. Your complete mailing address (P.O. Box and Street Address) including zip code, telephone number and e-mail address.
4. Method of payment: MasterCard, Visa, Amex or Discover card number and expiration date. A quote may be made to you over the phone. (Sorry, no C.O.D.s.)
5. NOTE: Some parts may be restricted. See parts list for details. Owner's manuals/ instruction books may be requested via our web site at: www.remington.com, by calling 1-800-243-9700, or downloaded through the following link: Owner's manual

   For additional information on service enhancements, upgrades, additional barrels, specialty parts visit www.remington.com or call us at 1-800-243-9700, Mon-Fri, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Eastern time.

   To Obtain Repair Services on Current Models

   · To provide enhanced repair and return service, we are now requiring that consumers obtain a Service Request Number (SRN) prior to shipping any product to the Company or Authorized Service Center.

   · To obtain a Service Request Number (SRN) and complete instructions for shipping your firearm, please contact our customer service team at: 1-800-243-9700

   · This will allow for improved tracking of returns and ensure all consumers benefit from a faster and more reliable process.

   · No return will be accepted without an SRN on the shipping label.

   · Packages sent without the required SRN will not be accepted and marked Return to Sender.

   With this Service Request Number (SRN), you can also track the progress of your repair. This online tracking tool is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

   To Obtain Repair Services on Older Models

   Remington offers a listing of specialty parts dealers and companies offering restoration or repair services for various Remington firearms, along with a list of the models with which they may be able to assist you. NOTE: This listing is provided to you only as a convenience. Remington does not endorse, recommend, or guarantee any product or service provided by any of the third-party establishments listed herein. Specialty Parts Dealers

If you install swivel studs on a synthetic stock, you will void your warranty on the stock. If you choose to have them installed, we recommend that you have a qualified gunsmith perform the service.

If you have lost or need a replacement swivel stud, we offer these through the gun parts section of our online store at https://www.remington.com/shop

Depending on how you ordered will determine how to check the status of your order.If you ordered your parts online at https://www.remington.com/shop/, please check 'your account' at the top of the page.

If you ordered your parts by calling or faxing our Parts and Repair Department, you can check the status of your order by calling us at 1-800-243-9700, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST.

Please note that orders are generally filled and shipped within 24-48 hours from when you placed your order. Depending on where the item is being shipped to, most orders should be received within 7-10 business days.

Remington manufactured the Model 721 from 1948 until 1961. This rifle was the predecessor to the Model 700 with many of its best features surviving in the Model 700. Some of the features advertised in its introduction would include:

Strongest bolt action of its time
Light, streamlined, fast-pointing
Exclusive encased bolt head
Fine, crisp, match rifle trigger
Rugged yet smooth and accurate throughout

Scope bases designed for Model 700 long action rifles should interchange with the Model 721. However parts will not interchange between these two models. You may be able to find parts for this firearm through Specialty Parts Dealers.

You can view an owner's manual for this model here

Remington firearms are sold only through our distribution network. If your local dealer does not carry a particular product, they should be able to order it for you. You can find a Remington Dealer through our Retail Locator.

ALL of our firearms are marked with the gauge/caliber on left hand side of the barrel. If you cannot read this information or if you have a used firearm and think it may have been re-barreled, we recommend taking your firearm to a reputable gunsmith for inspection.

To manufacture our button rifled barrels, stock metal is cut down and drilled with a mandrill with reverse rifling which cuts out the lands and grooves of the rifling.

This mandrill is pushed through the barrel. This process is used for our Custom Shop Model 40-X and Model 40-XR rifles, the Model 504, Model 597, and Model 710 rifles.

Our hammer forged barrels start with cylindrical metal which is hammered around the mandrill. Although this process somewhat stresses the metal, the barrel is heat treated to relieve this stress. This process is used for our standard production rifles & shotguns.

The Custom Shop's modern day masters use their refined skills in metalworking, rifling, stockmaking, engraving, inlaying and meticulous hand-fitting and assembly to individually handcraft guns like no other. The Custom Shop can create a true one-of-a-kind investment.

Production models do not have hand produced parts and are not hand assembled. They do not have the tight tolerance requirements that Custom Shop rifles have to meet.

For more information regarding each of our Custom Shop models, please go to our site and click HERE

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The 17HMR is a rimfire cartridge and is chambered for specific rimfire rifles. It ignites by the firing pin hitting the rim of the cartridge. This ammunition is NOT interchangeable with the .17 caliber centerfire rifle where the firing pin will contact the center of the cartridge for ignition. Always be sure to check any ammunition for correct caliber or gauge before using in your firearms.

The Model 40X differs from the Model 700 in the fact that all the parts have been blueprinted, the barrel is a button rifled, hand-lapped, air-gauged match barrel. An airgauged barrel has had the bore diameter checked by inserting an appropriately sized probe into the bore to measure the inside diameter. The probe is connected to an air operated gauge that can measure to within a half of a thousandths of an inch.

The trigger is an adjustable match trigger that goes down to a 1 1/2 pound trigger pull.

Every 40X is targeted from the shoulder to assure accuracy.

The bolt on the Model 710/770 is not like a conventional bolt action rifle. For the last 100 plus years, bolt action rifles have all basically been made the same way; the locking lugs on the bolt lock up into the receiver, while the barrel is screwed on. The Model 710/770 is a completely new way of thinking. The bolt locks directly into the barrel, and the barrel is hydraulically pressed into the receiver. Also, there are three locking lugs instead of two. This gives the rifle exceptional strength and accuracy.

Since the bolt locks into the barrel, the receiver now simply guides the bolt. The receiver of the Model 710/770 has a self lubricating synthetic insert to guide the bolt into the barrel. With this insert, and the three locking lugs, there is a completely different feel. When pushing the bolt forward, there is a different feeling than on the Model 700 or Model Seven. This is because of the contact of the metal bolt and the synthetic insert and is normal. The 'feel' is different, but the quality and performance of Remington is still there.

We would recommend applying a light coat of Rem-Oil to the exterior metal finish of your firearm both before you leave to hunt and during your normal post-hunt cleaning routine. Also, you should take some additional Rem-Oil with you into the field so that as soon as your hunt has ended and you are out of the adverse weather you can re-treat the metal finish with the Rem-Oil. Be sure not to store the gun in a tightly confined area (i.e. gun case) until it has been cleaned and allowed the opportunity to dry.

You can download an owner's manual for our current production firearms on each product page.

If you have an older or discontinued model, you can request older obsolete model manuals at the bottom of the owner's manual section of our site or through the following link: Obsolete owner's manuals.

Instructions on sight adjustment can be found in your owner's manual. We recommend starting at a range of 25-30 yards for initial sighting in. In order to adjust the sights on your firearm, move the rear sight in the same direction as you need to move the bullet on the target. There is a windage and elevation screw that should be loosened to make the following adjustments.

No, the camo coating on your firearm does not waterproof the firearm. The care of the firearm should be the same as if the camo is not there. Please refer to the maintenance section of your owner's manual for proper care maintenance of your firearm.

Depending on the model of firearm, the warranty may be either two years or one year. To view our complete firearms warranty information, please go to the SUPPORT section of our site.

For years, firearm manufacturers have kept left-handed shooters out in left field, however not Remington. We've always offered a line of left-hand guns, and the tradition continues today. You can view all of our left hand rifles HERE.

With the hundreds of different models produced over the past 200 years, it can sometimes be difficult to determine the age of your firearm.

Since serial numbers were not required until 1968, your firearm may not have a serial number. For models without a serial number, we may be able to determine the age by the 2-3 letters that are stamped on the barrel. If your firearm does have a serial number, if you will call or email us the serial number and model number we can determine the approximate age of your firearm.

Contact us HERE or call us at 1-800-243-9700 Mon-Fri 9-5 EST.

The Model 700ML uses standard Model 700 short action scope bases.

Remington 1100 Age Serial Number

Remington does not produce bases or other components for mounting scopes. You may wish to contact the following companies regarding inquiries about scope bases and mounts for your firearm:

Weaver 1-800-635-7656
www.weaveroptics.com

Leupold 800-538-7653
www.leupold.com

Burris 888-228-7747
www.burrisoptics.com

The heart of Remington law enforcement rifles is the legendary Model 700 action. It's what makes our handbuilt Model 40-XB rifles so accurate and rock-solid dependable.

The foundation of the Model 700 action is its unique bolt design. The bolt face, barrel, and receiver surround and support the cartridge head with three overlapping rings of solid steel. The Model 700 receiver is machined from a solid block of ordnance-grade steel, then drilled and tapped for scope mounts. All of our standard Model 700 Police rifles have heavy, free-floating 26' barrels crowned at the muzzle for unparalleled accuracy and stability.

The Model 700P LTR features a fluted 20' barrel and is 1 1/2lbs. lighter than the standard 26' version. In the .223 Remington chambering, the twist has been changed from 1 in 12' to 1 in 9' in order to maximize the ballistic stability of heavier bullets. Model 700P's have a three to five-shot magazine capacity depending on the caliber and hinged floor plates.

Both the standard Model 700P and the Tactical Weapon System feature composite stocks reinforced with DuPont Kevlar and fiberglass. They'll stay dimensionally stable in any weather and under the worst tactical situations.

The stock is laid up around an aircraft-grade aluminum bedding block that runs the full length of the receiver. It has a textured, black, non-reflective finish and comes with sling swivel studs.

The TWS package includes a Leupold Vari-X III (3.5 x 10) scope with a Duplex reticle and flip-open lens covers. A Harris bi-pod, a Michaels 1' Quick-Adjust sling with swivels, a rugged Pelican hard case.

The Model 700P LTR (Light Tactical Rifle), chambered for .308 Win., features a hinged floorplate and slimmed down stock. The flutes in the 20' LTR not only assist in weight reduction and heat dissipation, but are engineered to enhance barrel rigidity for pinpoint accuracy.

Depending on how you ordered will determine how to check the status of your order.

If you ordered your parts online at https://www.remington.com/shop/, please check 'your account' at the top of the page.

If you ordered your parts by calling or faxing our Parts and Repair Department, you can check the status of your order by calling us at 1-800-243-9700, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST.

Please note that orders are generally filled and shipped within 24-48 hours from when you placed your order. Depending on where the item is being shipped to, most orders should be received within 7-10 business days.

Due to the wide variety and selection of firearms we offer, it would be difficult to list the suggested retail pricing for each model here. You can however find the MSRP (Manufacturer suggested retail pricing) as well as a comparison chart and dealer locator by viewing the specific firearm you are interested in under the product section of our website at www.remington.com.

We offer a general guideline for the amount of energy at the point of impact recommended to bring down particular game.

For deer, antelope, sheep and goat size game we recommend 900 ft lbs minimum, 1200 ft lbs is adequate and 1500 ft lbs is preferred.

For elk or bear up to 600 lbs: 1500 ft lbs minimum, 2000 ft lbs is adequate and 2500 ft lbs is preferred.

For large bear and moose: 2100 ft lbs minimum, 2800 ft lbs is adequate and 3500 ft lbs preferred.

(One foot pound is the amount of force required to lift one pound one foot from the ground.)

You can view ballistics for all of our current loads in the ballistic chart section of our online catalog at www.remington.com. These charts will help you to determine the range you will have for hunting specific game and the advantages that one load offers compared to another.

There are a number of resources that provide complete specifications and dimensions of rifle calibers.

The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute (SAAMI) is an association of the nation's leading manufacturers of firearms, ammunition and components. SAAMI was founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government and tasked with:

• Creating and publishing industry standards for safety, interchangeability, reliability and quality
• Coordinating technical data
• Promoting safe and responsible firearms use

Cartridges of the World by Frank C. Barnes is another excellent resource for detailed information on cartridges, history, and dimensions.

While it is impossible to list all of the calibers produced, the following is a brief listing of calibers that Remington offers categorized according to Short Action, Short Action Magnum, Long Action, and Long Action Magnum:

The Bushmaster ACR is available to the public for purchase. The Remington ACR is a government only product and not available to the public for purchase.

The Model 722 was discontinued in 1962. However, 6mm Remington and .244 Remington ammunition are interchangeable. Remington initially chambered.244 Remington caliber rifles with a 1:12 rate of twist which is commonly used to stabilize the lighter bullets. If your rifle is marked: .244 Remington, you may not achieve superior accuracy with bullets over 100 grains.

The use of a snap cap will not damage your firearm. Please be sure that your firearm is unloaded before installing the snap cap. The use of the snap cap will allow you to leave the firearm in a fired position while keeping the pressure off of the firing pin.

If parts are in stock, you should receive your order within 7-10 business days from the time we process your order.

Many Remington parts can be ordered through our online store, to visit the Remington online parts store Click https://www.remington.com/shop/.

You can also place an order with a credit card by calling our Parts Department at 1-800-243-9700 Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST

We often get questions about replacement stocks for the 740-742-7400 and 760-7600 line of guns. The butt stock will interchange within the same line of guns but the fore-ends will not. If you have an older model such as a Model 740 then a Model 7400 butt stock will FIT this gun; however, the stock will most certainly not match in color or checkering pattern.

There are a number of differences between the Model 750 and Model 7400.

On the Model 750, the gas orifice hole is drilled at a 45 degree angle, instead of a 90 degree like the Model 740, Model 742 and Model 7400. This does 2 things; it eliminates the 90 degree turn at the gas port, and it eliminates shaving off copper in the bore from the projectile. The copper shavings in the gas port of the Model 7400 would build up over time, and cause the gun to not cycle reliably.

The gas block on the barrel has been moved rearward and therefore the gas orifice hole has been moved rearward. Moving the gas hole back we can capture the gases sooner, and under greater pressure. This will greatly increase reliability by giving more consistent bolt velocities, as well as allow us to offer carbine models in calibers not possible in the Model 7400.

The barrel extension is now made as a cast part instead of a machined part. By casting, we can better control internal geometries, and eliminate machining burrs. This again, translates into better reliability.

We have added a nickel/Teflon coating to the bolt head. This allows the bolt to move and cam into place more freely.

Since the gas system is greatly improved, we can now use the R3 pad, and not have to worry about functionality.

We lowered the drop at the comb so that you can use the rifle sights easily.

These black spots are corroded areas on the stainless steel. This is due to contact with either blood, acids etc. The difference between stainless and normal carbon steel is the addition of chromium. This element aids in the resistance to corrosion. Stainless in the right conditions will corrode, even marine grade stainless. It is our opinion that the steel has been exposed to conditions where this has allowed the stainless to blemish. The metalwork could be bead blasted to remove this, otherwise only regular lubrication can prevent this from happening again.

On cartridges such as the .30-30 Win., the name is derived from the traditional black powder loading using a 30-caliber bullet and the 30-grains of powder.

This is really an older way of describing a caliber based on blackpowder. Thus, the .30-40 Krag was a 30-caliber bullet propelled by the original 40-grains of black powder load.

The '-08' in 7mm-08 Rem refers to the .308 Win case on which the cartridge was based.

The .30-06 Springfield is a different story altogether. The '-06' reflects the date of adoption by the United States military. So there is no one definitive answer for every cartridge.

REP is a proof mark and stands for 'Remington English Proof'.

The cut of the receivers and the different barrel contours will not allow you to interchange stocks between the Model Seven and Model 700.

The front and rear sights can be removed from the Model 700, 7400 and 7600 rifles. The front sight changed in 2004. Previous to 2004, there was a front sight base held by two screws and the dovetail front sight tapped into the base. Current models use a one piece front sight that has one screw that attaches it to the barrel.

Once removed on the Model 700, the holes from these can be plugged with the receiver plug screws, located on the top of the receiver.

For the Model 7400 & 7600 you will need to order Model 700 receiver plug screws for the sight holes. To order direct, call our Parts Department at 1-800-243-9700 or visit our online store at https://www.remington.com/shop/

The exact barrel life of any given Remington barrel is almost impossible to predict. However, if standard, U.S. made factory loaded ammunition is used, and the barrel is properly cleaned after every use, one can expect to get anywhere from 2500 to 6000 rounds, before you will start to see your groups open up. The best thing to do is to keep a detailed record of rounds fired, and average group sizes. Once you start to see the groups open up, you can send the gun in to us for evaluation. Please understand that we are only referring to Remington production rifles, and we do not have a barrel life guarantee.

Because our firearms are camouflaged by an outside vendor, we would be unable to have your firearm camouflaged at the factory. You may wish to contact the following after-market camouflage vendor for more assistance:

Treebark Outfitters 800-843-2266

The rate of twist in a Remington Model 700 Muzzleloader, produced 1996-2004, is 1 in 28'.

Introduced in 2014, the new Model 700 Ultimate Muzzleloader has a 1 in 26' rate of twist.

Using the Model 700 and a scope set-up that adds one pound, gun weight for comparing the .300 Ultra Mag to the other .300's would run at 8 1/2 pounds. Using a computer program that takes the powder charge into account and an 8 1/2 pound gun for each test, the recoil energy is as follows:

.300 Win. Mag--180 grain bullet @ 2960 FPS--Recoil: 31.0 Ft-lbs
.300 Wby. Mag--180 grain bullet @ 3120 FPS--Recoil: 38.4 Ft-lbs
.300 Ultra Mag--180 grain bullet @ 3250 FPS--Recoil: 46.3 Ft-lbs

The Model 7400 and Model 7600 are both offered with a Monte Carlo style stock, which allows you to use a scope more comfortably. However, if you wish to change to a straight comb stock, we do offer wood and synthetic stocks which are interchangeable with these models. Current 20 gauge Model 870, Model 1100 and Model 11-87 butt stocks interchange. You may order one of these stocks by calling our parts department at 1-800-243-9700 M-F 9-5 EST, or ordering direct on our online store at https://www.remington.com/shop/

The Model XR-100 is based off of the obsolete Model XP100. The Model 7 base interchanges with the Modle XR-100.

Brownell's offers a variety of bases. Their web address is: www.brownells.com

You can check the status of your repair at the following section of our site. You will need the serial number of the firearm as well as your repair number. The repair number must be in the format of 'RE########' (RE and 8 numbers)

Online Repair Tracking
You can also check the status of your repair by calling our Parts and Repair Department at 1-800-243-9700 M-F 9am-5pm EST. Please have the serial number of your firearm when calling.

When you order a Model 700 ML (produced 1996-2004) bolt assembly, you will receive the bolt body (the bolt with the handle attached). The firing pin assembly, which consists of the firing pin cross pin, main spring and bolt plug, is not included with the bolt assembly. You can order this item through our parts department by calling 1-800-243-9700 M-F 9am-5pm EST

Many Remington parts can be ordered through our online store at https://www.remington.com/shop/

Your local Remington dealer may offer this pad in stock as well. You may also purchase the pads and screws through our parts department by calling 1-800-243-9700.

Simply remove the existing recoil pad and replace with the new pad using the pad screws. You will need a narrow shaft Phillips head screwdriver to reach into the narrow holes in the recoil pad.

Scope bases for the Model 710 or Model 770 are available through your local firearms dealer. Leupold and Burris manufacture aftermarket, two piece bases for this model. You can reach these companies at the following numbers:

Burris
www.burrisoptics.com
1-888-228-7747

Leupold
www.leupold.com
503-526-1400

Replacement keys are available for purchase. You can order these by calling us at 1-800-243-9700 M-F 9-5 EST or order directly through our online store at https://www.remington.com/shop/.

For more information on your pre-1900 Remington firearm we would recommend that you contact the Remington Historians at 800-243-9700, M-F, 9:00am to 5:00pm EST. Please have all available information on the firearm, including model, serial number, caliber, physical appearance, patent dates or numbers listed on the barrel, etc. Having the firearm with you, unloaded, when you call would be most helpful. If you receive a voice message, please leave a message and your call will be returned within 3 business days.

You may also be able to obtain information through the Remington Society of America at www.remingtonsociety.com

With a rich history starting in 1816, Remington Arms is the oldest gun manufacturer in America. You can find more information on our timeline, or through a number of books that have been produced including 'Remington, America's Oldest Gunmaker' by Roy Marcot or 'The Art of Remington Arms' by Tom Davis. There is also an organization 'Remington Society of America' that continues to research and update information on our almost 200 years of history.

Thank you for your interest in Remington! Most dealers do not purchase direct from Remington, they order through wholesalers and distributors.

We have a Retail Locator on our site which is a list of dealers that carry Remington products. This should assist you with finding Remington products in your area. This is an ever growing list and does not include every dealer. You can find this dealer locator HERE

You can also find some of our products at Walmart, Bass Pro Shops, Cabelas, and your local sporting goods store. If you do not see your local dealer on this list, please have them log on to the Partner section of our website so we can include them as well.

A general rule you can use follows.

For deer, antelope, sheep and goat we recommend at point of impact that you have 900 ft lbs minimum, 1200 ft lbs is suggested as adequate and 1500 ft lbs is the best for a humane kill.
For Elk or bear up to 600 lbs: minimum is 1500 ft lbs, adequate is 2000 ft lbs and preferred is 2500 ft lbs.
For large bear or moose: 2100 ft lbs minimum, 2800 ft lbs adequate and 3500 ft lbs is best.

You can view ballistics on the loads we offer in our online catalog at www.remington.com.

To properly break in or 'season' a rifle barrel we reccomend you use a good quality cleaning rod, a good quality bronze brush and patch tip, flannel patches and quality bore solvent. (we recommend the use of Remington Brite Bore Cleaner & Rem Oil).
INSTRUCTIONS:
For the first 20 shots, you should do the following:

For the first (10) shots:

Run a patch saturated with Rem Oil through the bore after each of the first 10 shots, and follow up with a patch saturated with Remington Brite Bore, and finally a clean patch to remove all residue.

For each of the next 10 shots, run a patch saturated with Rem Oil through the bore after every two shots, and follow up with a patch saturated with Remington Brite Bore, and finally a clean patch to remove all residue. Now follow the cleaning guidelines below:

To ensure the highest possible barrel quality/life, you should repeat this cleaning procedure every 20-25 shots until the barrel has had at least 100 rounds through it. Failure to do so could result in excessive build up of fouling (copper/lead deposits) in the bore causing decreased accuracy and requiring more frequent cleaning between shots.

The Model XR-100 is based off of the obsolete Model XP100. The Model 7 base interchanges with the Modle XR-100.

Stain selection depends entirely on how dark you desire your stock to be. The final choice should be governed by your taste. Applying a small amount of stain to the barrel channel inletting may be helpful to your decision making process.

NOTE: For best results, follow the stain manufacturer's directions closely, since the method of application and drying and curing time may vary.

There are many types of finish available on the market that will give a beautiful, durable finish, and unless you are familiar with the pros and cons of each finish, seek the advice of a finish expert. Your local hardware store may be a good place to look.

Boiled linseed oil or tung oil is an excellent choice of a wood sealer that penetrates and hardens to form a durable, low gloss finish. These finishes usually can be applied with a clean rag and allowed to soak in before the excess is removed. To enhance the natural wood grain, several coats are recommended with a buff of 4/0 steel wool between coats.

If you need further assistance, we suggest taking your firearm to a Remington Authorized Repair Center.

We ask that Remington Law Enforcement Distributors sell these models to law enforcement and government agencies. We want to ensure that we are meeting the needs of government and law enforcement agencies for tactical models. You may find some dealers will sell them to civilians if they have a good supply however we do not offer a list of L.E. dealers.

Special licensing is required for some LE models.

You can also find some of our products at Walmart, Bass Pro Shops, Cabelas, and your local sporting goods store. If you do not see your local dealer on this list, please have them log on to the Partner section of our website so we can include them as well.

A lot of our early rifles do not have serial numbers. Before 1968 it was not mandatory for us to use serial numbers. To check the rifles manufacturing date, we would use the barrel code. The barrel code is a series of 2-3 letters found on the barrel close to the receiver, on the left hand side. If you contact us at 1-800-243-9700 or Contact us with the model of your firearm and 2-3 barrel code, we can determine the date of manufacture.

Whenever you acquire a used firearm you should have the firearm checked out by a Remington Authorized Repair Center or qualified gunsmith BEFORE YOU USE IT. Additionally you could send it back to us at the factory and we would be glad to look at it for you:

Remington Arms Co., Inc.
Attn: Arms Service Division - TPA
14 Hoefler Avenue
Ilion, NY 13357

Please fill out the repair form from the Repair Services page and include it with the firearms when you send it back to us.

NOTE: Remind other gun owners that they should have their guns checked out periodically by a qualified gunsmith.

NOTE: An obsolete gun may not be repairable.

The model number is usually stamped on the side of the receiver. Some models it could be on underside of the firearm, just forward of the trigger guard.

There are many variables that play a part in determining which scope is best for your needs. Are you using a rifle or shotgun? What caliber or gauge will you be using? What types of terrain and distances will you be hunting at?

For assistance with your specific scope and scope mounting needs, please contact one of the scope manufacturers to find out which scopes and mounts will fit your situation. For your convenience we have included some web sites that you may wish to visit:

www.leupold.com
www.burrisoptics.com
www.bushnell.com
www.nikonusa.com

Remington offers a number of different stocks to suit your individual hunting or shooting needs. You can order a factory approved part by calling us at 1-800-243-9700 or through our online store at www.shopremingtoncountry.com.

There are also many aftermarket companies that offer stocks that fit our firearms. Here are 3 examples of companies that offer synthetic stocks that will fit some of our rifles and shotguns:

McMillan http://www.mcmfamily.com/
Bell and Carlson http://www.bellandcarlson.com
HS Precision http://www.hsprecision.com/

Brownell's offers a variety of parts for Remington firearms. You can view the products they offer at:

Please note that any alterations or modifications will void the warranty on your firearm.

The information that is presented in our rifle ammunition ballistics chart was gathered by testing our ammunition in near perfect conditions at a consistent low humidity temperature of 68°F. Our tests are conducted in an enclosed area, with a 24' test barrel in most cases, with the barreled action locked into a vice. Other factors including: the amount of wear and interior barrel dimensions in your firearm and the outside temperature effect the velocity obtained with your ammunition. As a result, your calculations may vary from what we have on our ballistics chart.

Special attention should be taken that oil is removed from action parts. If a lubricant is desired, use dry graphite or similar non-congealing lubricant such as Rem Dri Lube. Note also that as the temperature rises, condensation can occur. Wipe the outside of your gun with a minimum of Rem Oil to prevent rusting.

A brief listing of Remington Centerfire Rifles and their manufacture dates in one concise list.

There is a jack screw that allows you to regulate the point of aim on the barrels. The left barrel is considered a fixed barrel and the right is a floating barrel. The fixed barrel is set at 50mm. The 50mm tolerance basically means the gun has the ability to regulate the right barrel to 2 1/2 inches from the left.

Produced from 1993-1997. Designed with unique safety and functional features, the Viper is ideal for hunting, plinking, or target shooting use by youngsters and adults. The strong, lightweight synthetic stock is textured and checkered for good control with a slim pistol grip and semi-beavertail fore-end that fits shooters of all ages. Its strong synthetic receiver is topped with a grooved scope-mounting rail, and the barrel is equipped with adjustable, centerfire-type iron sights. Furnished with 10 round magazine clip.

Remington Model 742 Woodsmaster was offered from 1960-1980.

Remington Model 788 was produced from 1967-1983. Moderately priced, bolt action rifle commonly referred to as 'Remington’s budget tackdriver'.

The Model 673 which was offered from 2003-2004 was only offered in certain short action and short action magnum calibers.

The Model 673 uses a short action platform that will not accommodate the long action calibers.

The Model 673 will accept scope mounts. The scope base is a standard Model Seven scope base. (post 1999 with the 4 holes) Use a small compact scope with medium rings. You can use a 1 piece or a 2 piece base.The screws used in the vent rib on the Model 673 are 6/48 and the Model 700 or Model Seven receiver plug screws will work.

An article in the Army Times (January 2012) stated that Remington will make M24 Sniper Rifles available to service members for a limited time.

All information regarding the M24 program is located on our Remington Defense web site www.remingtonmilitary.com

M24 Rebuild Link: http://www.remingtonmilitary.com/Firearms/Sniper%20Rifles/M24-Rebuild.aspx

The Model 700ML is an in-line black powder rifle based on the Model 700 short action receiver produced from 1996-2004. There is no set 'break in' procedure for the Model 700ML. We do recommend swabbing the bore between shots with a cleaning patch saturated with Remington All Natural Wonderlube paste. This helps to remove fouling and will actually season the bore resulting in easier cleaning and increased accuracy.

You have two options:

1. Use standard 30-06 Sprg 180-gr CoreLokt ammunition and simply tell the system you are using the CoreLoktUltra Bonded product.
2. You can also use the new HyperSonic® Rifle 30-06 SPRG 180-gr ammunition, but this is a little more involved:
   1. Power the optic ON.
   2. Wait for the optic to completely boot – about 4 - 7 seconds.
   3. Press <MODE> once to switch the optic to advanced operating mode.
   4. Press AND HOLD <MODE> for about 7 – 10 seconds. After 3-4 seconds, the “HUD Console” will appear – DO NOT RELEASE THE MODE BUTTON. After an additional ~5 seconds, and “Advanced HUD Console” will appear.
   5. Using the zoom out button, go down through the list of items until you reach MUZZLE ADJUST. Using the wind rocker, increment the velocity to < 130 FPS >.
   6. Press <MODE> to exit the HUD Console.
   7. Remember to set the ammunition type to CLK in the HUD Console!
   8. NOTE: This setting will be saved (even through powering off and back on) and will apply to all ammunition types. So if you switch the Barnes load, you will need to set it back to < 0 FPS >.

The Model 700ML was an in-line black powder rifle based on the Model 700 short action receiver produced from 1996-2004. With this muzzleloader, we have received our best results on average using 90-grains of Pyrodex Select and about a 300 grain sabot. However, as with any muzzleloader, you will have to experiment to find which load will provide you with your best performance. This generally provides a good starting point. While the pellets are compatible, we have found our best performance to come with granular powder. Also, we would recommend swabbing the barrel in between each shot with a pre-lubed Remington cleaning patch to help minimize fouling and further season the barrel.

While the Remington Model 700 muzzleloader, can use up to three 50-gr. (150-gr. total) Pyrodex Pellets, or 150 grains of 2F black or Pyrodex powder, we have found our best results came with 90 to 120 grains of the granular blackpowder or equivalent.

The Model 7400 was completely redesigned from the Model 742. The barrel, bolt, receiver and action bar have been enhanced. Internal parts are not interchangeable between these models. Rear stocks are interchangeable but fore-ends are not. We no longer house parts for the Model 742 which has been discontinued since 1980. If you need parts or service for this model, please check with a Specialty Parts Dealer

Due to the many variables involved with valuation, we would encourage you to refer to the many publications that are available on the subject of gun values or have it appraised by a collector. Many of these books are available through public libraries or local bookstores. For your convenience we have provided a listing of the more popular books:

Note: Remington does not accept responsibility for the goods or services provided by these sources.

Blue Book of Gun Values
Blue Book Publications
8009 34th Avenue South #175
Minneapolis, MN 55425
800-877-GUNS
www.bluebookinc.com

Remington 788 Rifle Serial Number Lookup

Flayderman's Guide to Firearm Values
Gun List
Modern Gun Values
Krause Publications
700 East State Street
Iola, WI 54990-0001

(954) 761-8855
www.flayderman.com

Gun Trader's Guide
Shooter's Guide
Stoeger Publishing Company
Mansard Court
Wayne, NJ 07470

The weather shroud is used on the Model 700ML (produced 1996-2004) when hunting in adverse weather conditions. It helps prevent moisture contamination of the powder charge which could result in a mis-fire. The weather shroud should be removed after each use and thoroughly cleaned. Always remember to clean the bolt assembly inside and out as shown in your owner's manual, after using the weather shroud.

NOTE: The older rubber Model 700 ML Weather Shroud Is Not Intended For Use With 209 Primers. We offer a new metal shroud for use with the 209 Primers.

Burris offers bases to fit the Model 798. Following are the part numbers. Contact a local dealer to purchase or order these bases.

(1 piece) 410215 (gloss)
(2 piece) 410296 (gloss) 410295 (matte)

Warne offers bases for both models. Remington does not offer these bases however contact a local dealer with the following part numbers to purchase or order.

Remington 700 Serial Number Dating

Warne part numbers for mounts for a Remington 798

M902/830 (2 pc steel base)
S902/830 (2 pc sintered base)

Warne part numbers for mounts for a Remington 799

M880/806 (2 pc steel base)
S880/806 (2 pc sintered base)

The magazine assembly for the Model 7400 is interchangeable with the Model 742 as long as it is of the same caliber.

You can order this item through your local dealer or by calling our parts department at 1-800-243-9700 M-F 9-5 EST. You can find our parts price list and parts order form through the Support/Parts section of our website located HERE or you can order directly through our online store at https://www.remington.com/shop/

The Model 7400 and Model 750 uses inertia / recoil to cycle the firearm when properly shouldered. The R3 pad creates too soft a bearing surface area for this process to function properly.

Remington introduced the Model 591 and Model 592, along with 5mm Remington rimfire ammunition in 1970. We believed that the 5mm cartridge, with a velocity of 2105 feet per second, was superior to the .22 Win. Mag cartridge with a velocity of 1910 feet per second. Unfortunately, we were unable to convince the shooting public. Therefore, we chose to discontinue manufacturing the Model 591 and Model 592 in 1974. Manufacturing of the 5mm ammunition was discontinued in 1982.

For additional assistance you may wish to contact the following companies that specialize in older and obsolete ammunition.

Old Western Scrounger, LLC
219 Lawn St.
Martinsburg, WV 25405
Ph: 304-262-1651
info@ows-ammo.com
www.ows-ammo.com

RTG Sporting Collectibles, LLC
Box 670894
Dallas, TX 75367
214-361-6577

Additionally, Aguilla, a Mexico based ammunition manufacturer is now producing 5mm Remington Magnum ammo. It will be marketed in the U.S. under the Centurion name.

On the Model XR-100 the laminated thumbhole stock features a vented beavertail fore-end for faster barrel cooling.

We no longer house any parts for this model. For your convenience we have included a link below to a list of establishments that may offer parts or services for your older Remington firearm. You can access this list in the Support- Parts division of our site Specialty Dealers.

Many rimfire bullets are made of lead. Because lead bullets are soft they have a tendency to strip or rub off some of their outer material as they travel down the barrel. Depending on the condition of the firearm's bore, this “lead fouling” will degrade accuracy after a certain number of shots and must be removed from the barrel in order to restore optimum performance. Most ammunition manufacturers apply a wax-like coating to the bullet which reduces the amount of lead deposited into the bore of the firearm as each shot is fired. This wax lubricant can also assist the feeding of the bullet from the magazine into the chamber in some semi-auto firearms. The build-up of wax lubricant and lead in the firearm's barrel can usually be removed with Remington's Bore Cleaner™ or Brite Bore™ products. Rem™Action Cleaner can be used to remove wax build up in magazines and the action of rimfire firearms. You can find many of these cleaning products through your local dealer or through our online store at https://www.remington.com/shop/

Another means of reducing lead fouling in rimfire guns is achieved by applying a very thin layer of copper or brass plating to the bullet. This plating process is usually applied to high velocity rimfire ammunition because lead fouling in the barrel increases as velocity of the ammunition increases.

In the vast majority of cases, this is not actually a problem with the batteries. After production of the Remington 2020 Digital Optic Systems began, an issue with the programming in the charging cradle was found that would prevent the cradle from recognizing a deeply-discharged battery could be charged. This would cause the cradle to not charge the battery and turn on the red indicator light when charging was attempted. The programming of the ‘firmware’ in the cradle was corrected and cradles with the updated firmware were marked with a sticker on the bottom of the cradle. The sticker used was in two primary forms, but the presence of ANY sticker indicates the cradle firmware is up-to-date. One version was simply a white sticker with the number 2 hand-written on it. (See the attached picture.) The other common form was a small rectangular sticker.

The largest capacity magazine assembly offered by Remington for the Model 7400 and 7600 is four rounds. We do not offer any larger magazine assemblies for parts sales nor are these magazines interchangeable. If you wish to purchase a replacement magazine, you can do so through our online store at https://www.remington.com/shop/.

This is a version of the Model 541 that was discontinued in 1984. It featured an engraved receiver, trigger guard and high gloss walnut stock. The letter 'S' stands for Sporter.

The PR3030A Accelerator bullet is designed with an exposed lead tip, in a configuration that is a bit more blunt than a typical .22 cal psp bullet. The geometry of the bullet tip combined with the fact that the recoil level of this round in a 30-30 rifle is very low; makes this round safe to shoot in rifles with tubular magazines.

This is the Remington Model 1903-A3. The U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30, Model 1903A3 was produced from July 1942 until February 1944 for the U.S. Ordnance Commission for use in World War II. As this gun was built under government contract, at the end of production all records were returned to the Ordnance Commission. We do not have an owner's manual available for this model however the military field manual would be FM 23-10. If you look on the barrel, just behind the front sight, you will see the date of manufacture stamped there. There were over a million of these guns produced.

The Model 760 Gamemaster is a pump action centerfire rifle produced from 1952-1981.

One scope ring is more than adequate to secure a scope on a single shot, bolt action .22 LR rifle.

The Remington 788 is a bolt-action, centerfire rifle that was made by Remington Arms from 1967 to 1983. It was marketed as an inexpensive yet accurate hunting rifle to compete with other gun companies' less expensive rifles alongside their more expensive Model 700 line.^[2] The 788 utilizes a single-column detachable magazine holding 3 rounds. A .22 rimfire model was also produced known as the 580, 581, or 582 depending on its method of feed. A target version of the .22 caliber 58x series, the 540X, was used by the US military^[3] as a training rifle and later disposed through the Civilian Marksmanship Program.

Design[edit]

The Remington 788 has two distinguishing design features. The first is the rear-lugged bolt. The bolt has nine lugs in three rows of three lugs each. They lock into the receiver behind the magazine well. Due to this design, the bolt handle lifts only 60 degrees on opening giving more clearance for scopes compared to the 90 degrees required for the Model 700 and other two-lug rifles. The bolt travel is also reduced because of the rear lugs. The bolt pictured is a pre-1975 locking model from a .308 Winchester caliber rifle. The locking bolt requires the safety to be in the 'fire' or 'off' position in order to rotate the handle and actuate the bolt. Rifles manufactured from 1975 to 1983 have non-locking bolts which can be actuated while the safety is engaged. The second distinguishing feature is the receiver. It has a smaller ejection port than similar bolt-action rifles, and no bolt lug raceways. The single stack magazine design yields a smaller feed opening in the bottom of the receiver compared to rifles using a double stack magazine well. When machining of these smaller ports is complete there is more steel remaining in the receiver between the ejection port and adjacent feed port, and significantly more steel overall where all receivers have the least strength. These characteristics combined to make the Remington 788 receiver more rigid and stronger than most, if not all, competing designs, including the Remington 700 which shares the same outside receiver diameter. A rifle's accuracy tends to increase slightly as the rigidity of the receiver increases, as this slightly reduces barrel deflection during firing. Thus the Remington 788 has the structural foundation to be a very accurate rifle.

Variants[edit]

A left-handed version was produced in .308 and 6mm Remington calibers. The Carbine version with an 18.5-inch (47 cm) barrel was produced in .308 Winchester, 7mm-08, and .243. The stock was revised in 1980 being the only significant change throughout the production history. The following table presents a breakdown of this rifle's 15 year production run by caliber, year, and configuration.

Remington 870 Year By Serial Number

References[edit]

Remington 870 Wingmaster Serial Age

1. ^'Model 788 Bolt Action'. Remington Arms. Retrieved 5 January 2013.
2. ^Remington Arms http://www.remington.com/products/archived/centerfire/bolt-action/model-788.aspx
3. ^American Rifleman magazine, May 1976, p. 42.

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