Remington Model 742 Woodsmaster .30-06 Sprg, 22" Semi Automatic Rifle Our Assessment: The Remington 742 Woodsmaster was made from 1960 to 1980, as a reliable and easy to point semi-automatic rifle with removable magazines. It features a gas-operated action, dual action bars, a rotating bolt, a solid frame, and side ejection. There are some tiny spots of wear from responsible use and handling, but the bore and mechanics are great. This rifle was made in 1969, has about 87% of the blue finish remaining, and is in about Very good-Plus condition. It comes with a 3-9x40 Tasco scope and a single magazine to get you started. don't let this one get away!
Make: Remington
Model: 742 Woodsmaster
Serial Number: 6934543
Year of Manufacture: 1969
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Detachable Magazine Fed Semi-Automatic Rifle
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked "REMINGTON ARMS CO. INC., ILION, N.Y. MADE IN U.S.A. / PATENT NO. 2,685,754 - 2,585,195 / 2,747,313 - 2,675,638 - 2,473,373 AND OTHERS", ".30-.06 SPRG", a magnaflux, and other small inspection marks including the date code on the left side of the shank. The right side of the shank is marked with proofs. The left side of the receiver is marked "Remington / 6934543" and "Woodsmaster / MODEL 742".
Barrel Length: 22"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a serrated ramped riser that is screwed to the barrel. The rear sight is a U-notched leaf elevator sight with a white triangle aim guide pinned to a base that is fixed to the barrel; the elevator piece is missing. The top of the receiver is equipped with a one-piece rail and two rings supporting a Tasco scope with 3-9x magnification and a fine crosshair reticle. The scope shows scattered light wear with clear glass and rates in about Very Good condition.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece skip-line press-checkered checkered wood with an ebony capped forearm and pistol grip, straight comb, checkered hard rubber buttplate, and sling stud front and rear. There are evenly scattered light draglines, minor nicks, and shallow compressions. The checkering is well defined and there are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 1/2" from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stocks rate in about Very Good-Plus overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 10 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 87% its metal finish. There are some sparsely scattered freckles of oxidation on the receiver and infrequently dispersed light scratches and little dings throughout the metal surfaces. There are some scattered dings on the trigger guard. There is light thinning on the leading edges and more notably around the muzzle. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good-Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included are the previously mentioned attached scope and one magazine.
CA LEGALITY: C&R: YES, CA PPT: YES.
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