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Make: Remington
Model: 721
Serial Number: 40307
Year of Manufacture: July 1948 (OTT Date Code)
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with Detachable Box Magazine
Barrel Length: 26”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a serrated ramped base on the barrel. The rear sight dovetail is unoccupied. A Vortex Diamondback 3-9x40 scope is mounted to the top of the receiver. The glass is clear, though the exterior housing shows surface wear in the form of scratches and scuffs.
Stock Configuration & Condition: This rifle is fitted with a Magpul Hunter 700L stock, a reinforced polymer chassis with an integrated aluminum bedding block. This stock provides a significant upgrade over the original wood, offering fully adjustable length of pull (13.0" to 15.0"), cheek riser compatibility (0.25" installed), a rubber buttpad, and M-LOK slots for mounting accessories. It is compatible with Remington 700 long-action rifles and accepts AICS-pattern detachable magazines (such as the included Magpul PMAG 5 AC L, Standard). It also features dual 1.25" footman’s loops, QD sling mounting points, and a 60-degree grip angle for enhanced ergonomics.
Mounted to the bottom of the forend is a Magpul bipod with M-LOK attachment, constructed from anodized 6061 T-6 aluminum and injection-molded polymer. It features 50° total tilt, 40° pan, and height-adjustable legs (6.8” to 10.3”) with a glove-friendly locking knob and non-marring rubber feet. The stock and bipod both rate in about Very Good condition with light evidence of use.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One 5-round detachable Magpul PMAG 5 AC L, Standard in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition:The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is some slight fouling in the grooves but no visible erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its original blued finish. There are minor handling and operational marks, with light oxidation visible on the receiver. The screw heads are sharp, and the pins are unmarred. All markings remain clear and legible. Overall, this rifle is in Very Good condition for a C&R-eligible refurbished sporting rifle.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with the mounted Vortex 3-9x40 Diamondback scope, Magpul bipod, and 5-round detachable Magpul magazine.
Our Assessment: The Remington Model 721 chambered in .30-06 Springfield is a pillar of postwar American sporting rifle design. Introduced in the late 1940s, the 721 represented a bold step forward in bolt-action development, offering a strong cylindrical receiver, robust lock-up, and simplified production methods that didn’t compromise performance. This model laid the engineering groundwork for the later Model 700 and is widely recognized as one of the most accurate out-of-the-box rifles of its era.
This particular 1948 example has been thoughtfully modernized with a Magpul Hunter 700L chassis and Magpul bipod, creating a rugged field rifle that balances heritage and high performance. The optic-ready platform is well-equipped with a Vortex Diamondback scope, offering excellent clarity and reliability in a lightweight package. These enhancements don’t obscure the rifle’s historical value—especially given its early production date and original Remington barrel—but instead elevate its utility for today's hunter or marksman.
Whether you’re drawn to the Model 721 for its foundational place in Remington’s bolt-action lineage, or you’re simply after a dependable and accurate hunting rifle with classic roots and modern upgrades, this setup delivers a best-of-both-worlds experience. It’s a practical, handsome shooter.