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by Mainspring
Fri May 29, 2026 1:19 pm
Forum: RR / Post - 1898
Topic: what stocks fit Rem 700
Replies: 1
Views: 80

Re: what stocks fit Rem 700

There really isn't any "other" stocks that fit. While there are some clones of the M700 action what usually isn't cloned is the barrel contour, or the bottom metal.

If you are in a hurry then look for a "take off" stock, a "drop in" stock or a "chassis" stock. Any of these choices should have you ...
by Mainspring
Tue May 26, 2026 9:09 pm
Forum: General comments or discussion
Topic: Mounting screws for Lyman R25 sight
Replies: 1
Views: 93

Re: Mounting screws for Lyman R25 sight

The TPI can be determined by the screws in the receiver. Original screws may be difficult to locate, direct replacements may be difficult also. Both Brownells and your local hardware store may have suitable screws, you may need to fit head diameter and overall length.
by Mainspring
Sun May 24, 2026 9:43 am
Forum: RS / Post - 1898
Topic: Opinions on a Model 12A
Replies: 3
Views: 212

Re: Opinions on a Model 12A


... but there's no sign of any metal having been polished. If it was reblued, it's the best job I've ever seen.

The sights, both front and rear, show a lot of signs of blue wear. The buttplate screws show wear as well as a couple of other parts. The receiver has almost too much blueing when ...
by Mainspring
Thu May 21, 2026 5:14 pm
Forum: Guestbook
Topic: Another New Member
Replies: 2
Views: 189

Re: Another New Member

Welcome to the forum M12, glad to have you aboard.
by Mainspring
Wed May 20, 2026 4:30 pm
Forum: RS / Post - 1898
Topic: Opinions on a Model 12A
Replies: 3
Views: 212

Re: Opinions on a Model 12A

I think it has been restocked, if reblued it was well done. Whoever did the work did good work, very little evidence of changes made. Some of this may have been from having a nice rifle in great shape to start with.
by Mainspring
Sat May 16, 2026 3:29 pm
Forum: RR / Post - 1898
Topic: Remington 40XB date help
Replies: 3
Views: 370

Re: Remington 40XB date help

A pic of the Date Code and surrounding area might help with deciphering.
by Mainspring
Fri May 01, 2026 1:06 pm
Forum: RR / Post - 1898
Topic: New to me 1903a3 with very early 2 groove barrel?
Replies: 1
Views: 298

Re: New to me 1903a3 with very early 2 groove barrel?

"... I'm seeing that two groove barrels didn't really start showing up until early 1943."

Showing up and being manufactured are two different things. Many things happen during wartime production, I wouldn't worry about minor date "discrepancies".
by Mainspring
Fri Apr 24, 2026 1:48 pm
Forum: RS / Post - 1898
Topic: Trying to get value on 1990s 870 Wingmasters
Replies: 3
Views: 455

Re: Trying to get value on 1990s 870 Wingmasters

Check some of the online auction sites, look for guns that match the description and condition of yours. Prices will be the "asking price" but should give you today's ballpark dollar value.
by Mainspring
Tue Apr 14, 2026 4:21 pm
Forum: RS / Post - 1898
Topic: Help ID ou barrels
Replies: 7
Views: 1303

Re: Help ID ou barrels

They definitely look better now. Well done on the face lift.
by Mainspring
Thu Apr 09, 2026 11:55 am
Forum: General comments or discussion
Topic: 1954 Remington 760 Gamemaster 30-06 Magazines.
Replies: 1
Views: 402

Re: 1954 Remington 760 Gamemaster 30-06 Magazines.

I don't think the variations in markings matter. The stamps wear out and must be replaced. I would guess that designs change and the variations can help in keeping track of flaws or malfunctions of an era. Any of those shown should work just fine in your M760.
by Mainspring
Wed Apr 01, 2026 2:02 pm
Forum: RR / Post - 1898
Topic: Model 700 Classic Euro 7x64 Brenneke
Replies: 6
Views: 849

Re: Model 700 Classic Euro 7x64 Brenneke

I don't know anything about this version, I did find the following quote online, I don't know if it's accurate.

"These guns were a special run for the European market in the 1990s when I was working there (Remington). Never offered on the U.S. market. A small quantity of over-run guns were offered ...
by Mainspring
Sun Mar 22, 2026 7:21 pm
Forum: RR / Post - 1898
Topic: Remington M1903 Unusual Barrel Collar
Replies: 1
Views: 511

Re: Remington M1903 Unusual Barrel Collar

Per J.C. Harrison's book, The Collectible '03, that rear sight band is listed as a Type 5 and Type 6. Introduced on the 1942-43 Rem M1903's sometime between serial numbers 3,028,000 and 3,062,000.

It does appear to have ground, polished and refinished.
by Mainspring
Wed Mar 18, 2026 10:48 am
Forum: General comments or discussion
Topic: what to say
Replies: 2
Views: 479

Re: what to say

Welcome FORESTY89, happy to see you aboard the forum.
by Mainspring
Wed Mar 18, 2026 10:46 am
Forum: Guestbook
Topic: Newbie from Indiana
Replies: 1
Views: 473

Re: Newbie from Indiana

Welcome aboard rhitee93, glad to have you on the forum.
by Mainspring
Mon Mar 16, 2026 5:53 pm
Forum: RR / Post - 1898
Topic: Are custom shop records available? 700 BDL 222 Rem
Replies: 2
Views: 575

Re: Are custom shop records available? 700 BDL 222 Rem

The factory is likely the only source of proof for a custom rifle. Contact Remington and see if they have records on this particular rifle.