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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/12/2020 8:35:12 PM EDT
Found a 7.62 40X for what I think is a good deal. It's the older model with the stainless barrel(looks almost M24 contour) with a blued action, jeweled bolt and wood stock with a Euro style rail.
What do you think these are worth? |
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Posted: 5/12/2020 8:43:52 PM EDT
[Last Edit: AeroE]
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Single shot or repeater?
The value really depends on the condition of the bore. The stock is fine, and can be bedded if needed. Probably $400 minimum for a dog. A target shot with my single shot at 100 yards -  - |
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SC, USA
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Posted: 5/12/2020 8:44:01 PM EDT
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It's very hard to offer an accurate value without seeing it. For reference, Collector's Firearms seems to have a minty one that they're proud of: https://www.collectorsfirearms.com/remington-40-x-7-62x51-r23400/
If the one in question has been modified, that could bring more variation, too. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/12/2020 9:07:45 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Akmike47]
[#3]
It's the model with an internal magazine. My only issue is the muzzle was dropped/drug on concrete or something.
https://imgur.com/a/tF6AywL |
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Posted: 5/12/2020 10:10:10 PM EDT
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The crown looks okay as near as can be seen in the photos.
The front sight base is an indication it was an across the course gun. I'd be more concerned about the chamber and throat. |
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Posted: 5/12/2020 10:13:59 PM EDT
[Last Edit: SSeric02]
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Yikes.
ETA: Just got on the computer and looked again, those really are horrible photos...but like Aero said, it appears the damage is around the outer circumference and doesn't affect the crown. What else is wrong with it though? Could the [fall] onto the muzzle have caused other damage down the chain from barrel to action? |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/13/2020 6:56:43 AM EDT
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iPhone 5 trying to take really close pictures, those were the good ones....haha.
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/13/2020 6:59:16 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: Yikes. ETA: Just got on the computer and looked again, those really are horrible photos...but like Aero said, it appears the damage is around the outer circumference and doesn't affect the crown. What else is wrong with it though? Could the [fall] onto the muzzle have caused other damage down the chain from barrel to action? Everything else appears fine the stock isn't dented/scratched so I really don't think it fell, More like some moron drug it across something. May see if I can get it, take it to a smith, and get a refund if it's toast. |
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Posted: 5/13/2020 9:59:56 AM EDT
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I'd start at $375.00 and haggle to $450.00. If the guy will mount a optic and let you shoot it maybe go to $550.00. If it shoots well.
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Posted: 5/13/2020 10:03:58 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Akmike47: iPhone 5 trying to take really close pictures, those were the good ones....haha. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Akmike47: iPhone 5 trying to take really close pictures, those were the good ones....haha.  Originally Posted By Akmike47: Everything else appears fine the stock isn't dented/scratched so I really don't think it fell, More like some moron drug it across something. May see if I can get it, take it to a smith, and get a refund if it's toast. Gotcha. I say go for it then, may not be pretty but also may be a good shooter. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/13/2020 2:54:28 PM EDT
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It's a store I can get it for about 500 I think. The rifle is clean it's just the muzzle. Got a little better picture of the bore. It doesn't look eroded in person it's all the shadows in the barrel and an old camera https://imgur.com/QcWWBhd
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Posted: 5/13/2020 3:20:32 PM EDT
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First step, run a dry Q-Tip down the muzzle end to check the crown.
With that sight it's not the "Heavy" barreled 40X. Being a repeater, I'd check the throat. Trigger: 40X or 40X 2 ounce? |
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Posted: 5/13/2020 4:51:27 PM EDT
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These rifles can have the crap shot out of them or be in near new condition. This was one of the only bolt action match rifles available straight from the factory for decades. Wear on the jeweled bolt should be a good indicator of use. Pictures won't post on my computer.
There is nothing wrong with having that barrel recrowned and even set back and rechambered if the throat is worn. I put 20 shots in row through the X-ring prone on the easy NRA 200 yard target (offhand & rapid sitting @ 200 yards) with a used 40-X using iron sights and a sling. These rifles are excellent straight from the factory. Mine wasn't even glass bedded when I bought. They really need a bolt extension ($70) to improve handling, but other than that they are hammers. I would buy it in a heartbeat for $700+. |
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Posted: 5/13/2020 4:55:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rudison: First step, run a dry Q-Tip down the muzzle end to check the crown. With that sight it's not the "Heavy" barreled 40X. Being a repeater, I'd check the throat. Trigger: 40X or 40X 2 ounce? 2.5 pounds is the usual limit on these 40X triggers. It's meant for across the course tournaments, not bench rest. |
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Posted: 5/13/2020 6:44:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By borderpatrol: These rifles can have the crap shot out of them or be in near new condition. This was one of the only bolt action match rifles available straight from the factory for decades. Wear on the jeweled bolt should be a good indicator of use. Pictures won't post on my computer. There is nothing wrong with having that barrel recrowned and even set back and rechambered if the throat is worn. I put 20 shots in row through the X-ring prone on the easy NRA 200 yard target (offhand & rapid sitting @ 200 yards) with a used 40-X using iron sights and a sling. These rifles are excellent straight from the factory. Mine wasn't even glass bedded when I bought. They really need a bolt extension ($70) to improve handling, but other than that they are hammers. I would buy it in a heartbeat for $700+. Machine work was about to be my next suggestion. I remember pulling that low shot on the target above. I think that was the first time I shot it, and I think I was resting on a coat. I mostly shoot steel silhouettes with it from 300 to 600 yards. Not much of a strain when the wind is reasonable about the problem. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/13/2020 6:56:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SSeric02: Gotcha. I say go for it then, may not be pretty but also may be a good shooter. It's a pretty rifle, just has a dicked up muzzle. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/13/2020 6:57:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rudison: First step, run a dry Q-Tip down the muzzle end to check the crown. With that sight it's not the "Heavy" barreled 40X. Being a repeater, I'd check the throat. Trigger: 40X or 40X 2 ounce? It's about a pound I'd guess, I have a lot of experience with triggers down to 2 ounces and that's my best guess. |
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