remington model 710????
 

im looking for a new rifle for a good price that will do the trick.i definatly wanna get a remington and i was looking at the model 700 mountain DM-no scope, but found the model 710. it is $200 cheaper, and has a 3-9 bushnell scope with it. I know it only comes in .270 or 30-06, but either cartridge is perfect. I just need somehting with a little more zip than my old winchester model 94 30-30 (i hate it, haha) and i just wanted to know what people think of the 710.

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I have one. I dont use it all that much so its fine for me. I'd recommend the 700 over the 710 though.
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The 710 is without a doubt the worst piece of crap produced by Remington with the possible exception of the 597. The trigger is horrible and not adjustable, the action is awful, and the workmanship is shotty. The bolt has a tendancy to come free by itself and the magazine falls out. If you are stuck on Remington for whatever reason get a 700. If you are looking for a good quality rifle at a good price look at Savage and Howa.

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I have never heard a good report on the 710. I have a couple 700 ADL's synthetics that seem to be fine rifles. The triggers are easy to adjust and they do have a good trigger. They sell here for a little under 400.00

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I've seen quite a few 710's at the range this year. FWIW, they are not pretty, they are not smooth, but they all shoot really well.

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If a person is an occasional hunter/shooter and when the season is over they put their gun away until the next year then the 710 may be ok. I'm a big Remington fan but in all honesty i've never shot the 710 so i can't personally say it's junk other than what i've heard and the reviews i've read. I do know people who have shot them and handled them and i've never heard anything positive about the gun but i have heard some say they shoot ok. I personally wouldn't buy one after all the negative reviews i've seen and read. If you're only considering Remington then i'd look at the Model 700 ADL because if price is an issue there's not that much difference in price or at least around here there isn't.

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I second getting a 700.

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There are alot of other package deals out there without buying the 710, such as Savage, Winchesters, and other Remingtons. I always find that they are at Wal Mart alot, so check em out there, or go to someone who deals Savage rifles. Those are decent packages.

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I am a big 700 fan also have one in a 25-06 and love it I also have a Browning Abolt in 3006 but as some has stated take a look at the savage it is a very good rifle and very accurate out of the box as for the package deal I dont care much for the scope that comes with it but it will do for most people.

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Spend a little more and buy a Rem700 if you've decided you need to have a Remington. The 710 is one of the worst rifles I've ever handled. I wouldn't own one on a bet.Like mentioned above check the Savage's line or the Ruger's out. Much better guns for not much more money.The 30-06 or 270 are great calbers your choice of the 710 could be allot better.
Ruger Redhawk

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I've never fired a 710 so I can't say how good they shoot but I have handled one ... Stick with the 700 if you want a Rem, or look at Savage, Winchester, Howa, ( my local walmart sells ) Weatherby ( made by Howa) they all are under $ 400.00 with scope. Good luck with your purchase.

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umm, thats never happened to me, where did you find this out???

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That happened with two of them I was looking at. Most reputable gunshops here in town won't even sell them.

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Most of you know my feelings about the Remington 710.Someone must be buying them since Remington is still making these inferior peices of junk. I'm really surprised they are still in production.I figured they wouldn't last a year in Remington's line once they were introduced.There must be a of allot of people who know nothing about guns and have heard the Remington name.If it'a Remington it must be good? Wrong answer there.
Ruger Redhawk

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hit the gunshops/shows and buy a used remington 788. they are great

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I know there are plenty of people that like 710's and I really don't want to offend anyone if they are happy with them. I don't like them personally and think a Howa, Winchester Black Shadow(Walmart Model), Savage, Remington 700adl are much wiser choices in the long run especially if your a one box a year hunter.

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I looked at one right before buying my Winchester model 70 (same price range with a scope). The Winchester was a much better put together gun IMO.. there were gaps between the stock and barrel on the 710 REM and it just looked shoddy. The grey pastic stock on the Rem 710 looked fischer price.

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Because of the Remington 597 and 710, I'd be leary of anything "Remington," until they prove themselves to be a good company again! You can't beat the quality of the Savage or Winchesters, dollar for dollar!

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Well here comes the desenting vote. I have a 710 and it actually does pretty well. I did have the trigger worked on ( ratchety to start with) and now shoot 2" groups at 100 yds. Not a family heirloom but not as bad as some of the other posts. Alot of hearsay I think. The 700 is the real deal and for the money is superior by far. Depends what you are looking for in a gun. I think alot of shooting is the shooter if truth be told. Whatever you get practice till you are comfortable with the guns (and your) capabilities. Good luck on your purchase and good hunting.

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I'll agree that the 710 is uglier'n the South end of a North bound mule, and not built real well. However mine does shoot real well. I shoot sub 1" groups at 100yrds with Federal premium HE ammo. For what I use this gun for, it's perfect. I hunt in swamps and the gun has a tendancy to get banged around and on occassion, dunked in the water. I haven't had a problem with the magazine falling out and the only time the bolt has come out is when I didn't get the locking lever pushed down all the way.

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Remington 710??

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The only thing that I liked about my 710 was the fact that Remington agreed to exchange it for me, even up, for a new 700 ADL. I was really impressed with their customer service and will continue to buy their firearms.

RE: remington model 710????
 

I see a couple here don't like the 597's. I bought a new 597 22mag a few years ago, and it's been great. It's accurate and doesn't jam.

I was thinking of getting one in 22lr, what's the problems with the 597????

RE: remington model 710????
 

If you aren't looking for a really expensive gun, I think the 710 is a good gun. I don't shoot a whole lot, and the 710 in .270 works very well for me. I hunt with my guns and I don't look a for a really pretty gun, but it is important for the gun to be accurate. From what I have seen of my model 710, it is very accurate and it works well for it's purpose: hunting. I like the fiberglass stock because it is really hard to scratch and ding. I hope this helps somebody make a choice on the right gun. ;)

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go for the 700. as for the savage rifles i have not shoot one in a few years but as for accuracy was never impressed.

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I've always heard good things about the Savages and their quality, but those cheaper models will kick the %&$* out of you because of their light weight.

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It is amazing what you can do about recoil with a handful of lead balls from a muzzleloader. I doctored my stock on a 116 in 300 Win Mag and reduced the recoil alot. Ended up with a laminate stock from Richard's Microfit.