Remington 7400

[Dixon]

Okay, I found myself in a unique situation this evening. I ran down the street to a buddy's house to give him a few things from last weekend's outdoors shows and we start talking about his hunting season, guns and whatnot.

When I made mention that I was looking for a .270, he went on about how they are great rounds, etc. Thenhe told me that if I wanted, he'd sell me his 30-06. So okay, now I'm intrigued. With that in mind, I tell him that fund are limited at this point (baby due in April, etc.) and he understands. So, he goes over to his safe and pulls out his Remington 7400, throws a clip and some ammo at me. Basically tells me to take it. Well, obviously I'm going to pay for it (nothing's free). We don't come to a number - even though I'm down there long enough to annoy my wife.

So basically I've read some reviews and whatnot and am looking for the personal opinions of the members of this site that have or have owned them at one point. What's the good, bad and otherwise about the 7400?

It's gota few years on it (but in mint condition)and it's the high-gloss wood stock that he's kept a protective cover on (not a single scratch). I'm not a big fan of the high-gloss, but I'm not going to pass up a good deal, pending what he decides he wants for it.

So, if you don't mind sharing your opinions of this rifle, I'd greatly appreciate it.

I have had the exact same rifle for over a decade. Never let me down. I had a hard time finding a good load for it reloading but finally found 53gr of IMR4350 and 130gr gamekings. Cycles great 2MOA accuracy. I rarely use it anymore. I like to buy new guns every year and try them out.

[MinnFinn]

I have the same rifle in 06, also. I think for hunting under 200 yd and go rest it's certain a good job for deer. The only time it gave me any issues was if I lubbed it a little too much in very cold weather (sub-zero) or when I tried using gun oil with teflon in it, which seemed to get a bit gummy in that cold weather.
After a couple years of shotting, if you have any issue with the bolt picking up the cartridges out of the mag., throw the old mag away and go buy another for that model for $20 at a gun shop. There's just something about the mags that they wear out after so many rounds. Not a big deal.

With a reasonably good scope on it, you'll have yourself a reliable autoloader.

If you plan to be hunting in more open ranges out to 300 yds., I'd choose one a several fine bolt actions that'll be consistently within 1 MOA.

[Dixon]

Well, I went and shot it yesterday and absolutely loved the feel of it. I think this one's a keeper.