ReadyontheRight
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I have an opportunity to buy a Remington 721 in 30-06 for $300. It has a 24 inch blued barrel with open sights and a 4 shot internal box magazine. The stock is uncheckered walnut and has the original checkered steel butt plate.
What do you think? I am looking for a 30-06 bolt action. I will likely put a scope on it. My other option is to get an old 1917 Eddystone that's been sporterized -- mostly to save $$ and get a historical rifle. Or I could go the other direction and get a new Win model 70 or a Rem model 700. If I do that, I might get .308 to be able to shoot cheaper ammo.
How does the 721 compare to the new 700s? It seems the 721 has a very strong receiver -- is it a case of "they don't build 'em like they used to?"
I also noticed that Remington will retrofit the safety on a 721 for $20 so that you can work the bolt while it is on safe. I like this feature. Any reason NOT to do it?
What do you think? I am looking for a 30-06 bolt action. I will likely put a scope on it. My other option is to get an old 1917 Eddystone that's been sporterized -- mostly to save $$ and get a historical rifle. Or I could go the other direction and get a new Win model 70 or a Rem model 700. If I do that, I might get .308 to be able to shoot cheaper ammo.
How does the 721 compare to the new 700s? It seems the 721 has a very strong receiver -- is it a case of "they don't build 'em like they used to?"
I also noticed that Remington will retrofit the safety on a 721 for $20 so that you can work the bolt while it is on safe. I like this feature. Any reason NOT to do it?