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Remington 742 . Hard decision. Suggestions?
TWalker
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I bought a Remington 742 in .308 at a pawn shop today that I'd had on lay-away for a while. I've read all the negative posts on this gun and had decided to remove the scope (Redfield 6X) for my Remington 660 in 6mm, and then sell the rifle after I test fired it. A good plan as I only have $225 in the outfit. The problem is this gun is almost perfect, not a scratch anywhere, no bluing wear, it could pass as a new gun. I doubt if even a box of shells has been shot through it, maybe none. I cleaned the action with Q-tips, (no soot at all) and lubed it well with Breakfree. It's slick and smooth as can be. I have to make a decision soon, as deer season opens in 2 weeks and I can sell it easily at a gun show next Saturday, but should I sell it? It is the deluxe model with basketweave checkering, and has a stepped receiver and see-through mounts, no sling or studs to spoil the stock lines or create wear at the forearm. Would you keep it or sell it? What would it be worth without the scope? If I were to sell it, it would be without the Redfield. I thought I might shoot it tomorrow just to see how it groups and feeds. That might help me decide. Suggestions?
"Let him step to the music he hears, however measured or far away." Thoreau
"Let him step to the music he hears, however measured or far away." Thoreau
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