Remington model 750/7400
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My dad, my great uncle, two of my dad's friends and two of my cousins all use Remington 7400, 740, and 742 in .308 and none of the rifles have jammed once.
The trick is remove the trigger and clear the action and trigger of any twigs pieces of wood/bark and/or dirt.
The trick is remove the trigger and clear the action and trigger of any twigs pieces of wood/bark and/or dirt.
Hmmm. Interesting point. I guess when i see "synthetic" I think "weather proof". I suppose that's not the case though...
OK, so wood MSRP = $879, and Synthetic MSRP = $773 for a difference of $106.
I could add a stainless barrel to the cheaper synthetic for... let's see here... $800!!! Yikes.
Well. Woodmaster model is the same weight at the synthetic. Same length. I guess maybe you're right...
now I've gotta get the bosses approval for another $100 bucks...
OK, so wood MSRP = $879, and Synthetic MSRP = $773 for a difference of $106.
I could add a stainless barrel to the cheaper synthetic for... let's see here... $800!!! Yikes.
Well. Woodmaster model is the same weight at the synthetic. Same length. I guess maybe you're right...
now I've gotta get the bosses approval for another $100 bucks... ... In all my research, i've come across several guys with .308's, and 30-06's, some of which claim the 750 isn't worth the box it comes in. But I haven't heard from a 750 owner yet whose 35 whelan has failed him. What's the big deal with the whelan? I've never even seen the ammo on the shelf at my store. (though I've never especially looked). Is it a good deer/moose round? How expensive is it? And while we're on the topic, do any of you buy factory ammo online? Where?
madtrapper143
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I used to own the .35 whelen 750. Recoil was the same as .308 or .30-06 (to me) The .35 Whelen does not have a sharp pressure curve like the .30-06 .270 etc. This may make it more reliable I don't know. I now own a 750 carbine sythentic in .308 and it required about 50 rounds break in to become reliable. (no jams) You could see the blue worn away on various parts of the mag as the carbine broke in. It is now 100% reliable and one of my favourite rifles. Good accuracy also. Hope this helps you make your decision.
regards, Darryl
regards, Darryl
Kodiak,
I purchased a Remington 750 .308 this past summer and had the opportunity to take it hunting this fall. Took a couple does with it. I bought this gun to use mostly as a bush gun. And really do like it. Yeah it has its issues but I thought I would find out for myself.
Jamming:
Yes, this weapon will jam but I would not say that it jams 'often'. I have never had it jam on the first cycle and I am inclined to believe that it is from a tight spring in the mag that creates a greater friction between the rounds. If the rounds are not seated to the rear of the mag then this is where I personally think the jamming occurs (during the pickup). This was also noticed with FMJ rounds where the tips would catch just before the chamber if they were not seated to the rear.
I am currently leaving one mag loaded in storage to see if this helps.
Accuracy:
This really comes down to the shooter and shooting mechanics. The cycling of the weapon does affect accuracy. From standing, I can never match the groupings I get with a 700 tactical, but I always hit paper at 200yds. And I do not believe I will ever see anything further than that where we hunt, so I am happy with it's performance.
I have also found that the rounds you use make a huge difference and I spend the money on the ballistic tips because the flat-tops were all over the place even from the bench.
Overall:
This rifle does what it can. If you are looking for accuracy then a Bolt is the way to go. But it is fun and you will never know if it is really for you unless you try it out. I wish I could find a pistol-grip stock for it.
I purchased a Remington 750 .308 this past summer and had the opportunity to take it hunting this fall. Took a couple does with it. I bought this gun to use mostly as a bush gun. And really do like it. Yeah it has its issues but I thought I would find out for myself.
Jamming:
Yes, this weapon will jam but I would not say that it jams 'often'. I have never had it jam on the first cycle and I am inclined to believe that it is from a tight spring in the mag that creates a greater friction between the rounds. If the rounds are not seated to the rear of the mag then this is where I personally think the jamming occurs (during the pickup). This was also noticed with FMJ rounds where the tips would catch just before the chamber if they were not seated to the rear.
I am currently leaving one mag loaded in storage to see if this helps.
Accuracy:
This really comes down to the shooter and shooting mechanics. The cycling of the weapon does affect accuracy. From standing, I can never match the groupings I get with a 700 tactical, but I always hit paper at 200yds. And I do not believe I will ever see anything further than that where we hunt, so I am happy with it's performance.
I have also found that the rounds you use make a huge difference and I spend the money on the ballistic tips because the flat-tops were all over the place even from the bench.
Overall:
This rifle does what it can. If you are looking for accuracy then a Bolt is the way to go. But it is fun and you will never know if it is really for you unless you try it out. I wish I could find a pistol-grip stock for it.
manbearpig
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for what? gunning down herds of stampeding buffalo?
a quality bolt action is a more suitable platform for an accurate and dependable large/dangerous game rifle, and the action can be worked as fast as you can accurately shoot it.
jamming once is once too often.
BrotherRockeye
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hugh manuell
Regular
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- Central Ontario
I LOVE my BAR 308!!!
Hugh
Hugh
never mind you can do the exact same thing with a 308 or 06- and at HALF THE COST- plus the wear and tear phisically- the only thing the 30 caliber magnums have over the so-called "standard" calibers is SPEED- which just means you have to stalk a little closer-in some cases as little as 50 yards- and you get 2 extra shots- what i have against magnums is that they tempt hunters to take the long "hail mary " shot they have no business taking-
Sorry the 750/7400 the original poster was asking opinions about are not available in the "mighty" 300 RUM. As t-star mentioned you don't need the big boomers, the good old 308/30-06 will do just fine. BTW I owned one of these Remington "jammatics" in 35 Whelen and it was a great gun with no issues. Good choice on getting your carbine KodiakJack it should serve you well.
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Thanks again Guys
I may have explored the "big .30's" but I was really set on a carbine model (which only come in .308, '06, and maybe .35) I Hunt in pretty thick bush, so a big .30 would just make a little more noise with the same effect.
Happy hunting!
I may have explored the "big .30's" but I was really set on a carbine model (which only come in .308, '06, and maybe .35) I Hunt in pretty thick bush, so a big .30 would just make a little more noise with the same effect.
Happy hunting!
