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Remington 788
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Remington 788
Picked up an old Remington 788 in .308 off gunbroker. I'm sure it needs some attention but will post progress once it comes in.
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Re: Remington 788
Those were pretty amazing rifles. Had one in 6mm Remington back in the day and shot even better than my old 700.
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Re: Remington 788
I had one in .222 that had a birds eye maple fore end tip. It was a very accurate rifle in spite of it's rear locking bolt.
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Re: Remington 788
I've never owned one, but
always heard they were very accurate.
Like NCG said, could shame a 700.
RP
always heard they were very accurate.
Like NCG said, could shame a 700.
RP
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Re: Remington 788
I know our 700's shoot so that's really saying something .... looking forward to your coming reportsNorth Country Gal wrote: ↑Wed May 19, 2021 8:05 pmThose were pretty amazing rifles. Had one in 6mm Remington back in the day and shot even better than my old 700.
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Re: Remington 788
Had the same rifle Jake back in the early 80's. Tack driver! Don't recall why the heck I sold/traded it. Think you'll like it.
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Re: Remington 788
It's not going to ship until Monday. I've ordered Weaver scope mounts, a Crimson Trace scope (caught on clearance for under $300) and Warne Maxima rings. I'm going to decide to get a Boyd's stock or refinish the factory one once I see it. I'm also going to check the rifle bore, crown, etc. and deicide what if any work needs to be done there. My first venture into refurbishing an old rifle. Anxious to get started on the project.
https://www.crimsontrace.com/refurbishe ... 00100.html
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Re: Remington 788
we have a Crimson Trace red laser on my wife's J-frame .... its been a solid performer from day one
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Re: Remington 788
I don't have any 788 Remington's right now. Had several over the years and they shot as good as most 700's. Mine were all 243,22-250 and 223. I have some baby 788's now. They are model 540's, 541-S, 581 and 582's. Enjoy your 788. They are usually good shooting rifles.
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