Remington 700

[argartis]

Hey guys. First of all this is my first thread here, but I've been hanging around awhile.

So I had a question for y'all. I've got a 1976 Remington 700 ADL in great shape. (And I mean great, nearly mint. I've got no other rifle in nearly as nice of a shape.) Its a .30-06, and a good shooter, that likes 180 gr bullets best.

I'm just not a big fan of .30-06. I almost never want to take it out at the range or hunting, so it just sits in the safe. I'm thinking of selling/trading it to go towards something I might get more use out of. I was wondering what you guys think fair value for sale or trade would be for this. I'm not looking to make buku bucks off this, but enough to ease out the cost of another purchase. It really is a nice rifle, and I would rather someone who really appreciates have it.

 

[jmr40]

I have a 1974 edition just like it; I paid $175 for it in 1975.

In that condition I'd say at least $350, and maybe a lot more. A lot depends on how fast you want to sell it and how lucky you get. If I weren't in a big rush I'd price it at $500 and see what happens. The 1st guy who looks at it may buy it, but it could sit for months at that price. You can always come down.

Many buyers will factor in the cost of replacing the trigger. I wouldn't use it with the factory trigger, but some wouldn't mind.

 

[Acera]

I looked at a brand new one today at Academy Sports, on sale for $324.99.
(It's also in their ad)

I can find them online for <$400 with the scope mounted, brand new.

But those are synthetic stocked rifles.

Yours is probably wood and blued steel correct?

JMR is probably pretty close on the value. Good news is hunting season is upon us, so people are looking to buy.

Pictures will help.



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[MarshallDodge]

For a quick sale, $350 should be able to get it sold with some room to move. Right now is a good time to sell as hunting season approaches.

 

[LoonWulf]

those earlier 700s are generally considered to be "Better" than whats coming out now. 350-400s probably a fair price for a gun thats got some ware, lot of guys may jump on it just to get the action.

 

[dwjwin50]

I'm not looking to make buku bucks off this, but enough to ease out the cost of another purchase. It really is a nice rifle, and I would rather someone who really appreciates have it.

buku = beaucoup ;-)

French for big deal, which your rifle IS. Just wish I could afford to make you a reasonable offer. What do you not like about 30-06?

 

[argartis]

Here are a few photos of it. A few scuffs on the wood, but very minimal for a 40 year old rifle. Metal is in great shape and the jeweling on the bolt is still sharp.







I don't dislike the .30-06 but it just doesn't really tickle any interest for me. Its a great caliber, and definitely serviceable, but For a long action I like magnum calibers otherwise I prefer short actions. Same reason I'm not a big fan of the .270. I know, I'm weird, but I like what I like.

I originally bought this because I couldn't pass up the deal. But I've taken it to the range literally twice an it's just sitting around.

 

[argartis]

On a side note, I was able to put 5 rounds of 180 grain Hornady Superformance out of this rifle in just over an inch at 50 yards with the open sights. That's the same grouping as I can get out of my 7mm Mag with open sights, which I have scoped and know it can shoot roughly .75 MOA with my reloads. (Pretty much it can shoot better than I can with open sights)

I don't know it that would affect people's feeling for this rifle at all. I can't find any of my targets that I have those shots on, I seem to have lost them in my 600 mile move.

 

[ajd3530]

IF I had spare spending money in my pocket, if I walked in pawn shop and saw that, I would pay $400 for it and feel like I got a real nice little deal. Just my opinion though

 

[Acera]

I may regret this question....................

So argartis, where do you live???




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[LoonWulf]

Damn that things in really good.shape, i was expecting more ware then that

 

[argartis]

Damn that things in really good.shape, i was expecting more ware then that

Exactly why I bought it in the first place. Haha.

Its stuck up here with me in New England.

What do you guys think of Armslist vs trying to sell at a gun show?

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[Tract Optics]

I'd try GB over armslist.

As Loon said, some guys will jump on it for $350 just for the action and sell off the remaining parts.

I'd say start is at $400 on GB...if it sells for that you'll pay about $10 in fees, buyer pays the shipping. There are many hunters out there that want the era guns they gre up on...a little nostalgia for them.

 

[Acera]

Exactly why I bought it in the first place. Haha.

Its stuck up here with me in New England.

What do you guys think of Armslist vs trying to sell at a gun show?

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Post it up here in the trading post.


I was hoping you lived in my area...............






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[Ccctennis]

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[Gtscotty]

I'd post it in the trading post here, on Armslist, and on The Outdoors Trader, if it's available in your state. I used to buy and sell stuff all the time on ODT and GON, but in Wyoming Armslist seems to be the main option, I've sold a few things on it, and haven't had any problems. I've bought a bunch of stuff on Gunbroker, but have never sold on it, so I can't help there. I would always try to sell something privately over trading it at a gun store (where legal).

 

[argartis]

Alright guys. I'm probably going to take it with me to a gun and knife show I'm hitting up Saturday. I'd really like to work out a trade (maybe with some cash) in person if I can. If I don't manage that I'll bring it back here. (I figure if I'm gonna sell it online might as well let people I know would appreciate it take a shot at it.)

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[scottishkat]

I would give it to a gunsmith for re barreling. There are so many 700 ADL out there that getting a decent price is rare. A 24" 6.5X55 would be pretty sweet.

Good luck in any case

Bob

 

[DRYHUMOR]

I would give it to a gunsmith for re barreling. There are so many 700 ADL out there that getting a decent price is rare. A 24" 6.5X55 would be pretty sweet.

Good luck in any case

Bob

I'd rebarrel it. You are halfway there as you already have the action and stock.

 

[SwampWolf]

My opinion might well be in the minority here but I prefer Model 700s made before 1982, after which time the safety design was changed to permit the bolt to turn with the safety on "safe"; a change predicated on the fear of adverse litigation from the nanny state. I much prefer my bolt to be locked shut with the safety in the "on" position so as to obviate any chance of the bolt being jarred partially open while hunting in close, dense brush, preventing a shot being taken.

 

[DaisyCutter]

This is an early 70s Rem 700 ADL 30-06 that I bought for $400 as-is with an old Leupold scope, last year. It was very clean, and I thought I got a fantastic deal on probably the most versatile hunting rifle ever made.