Remington Model 552 Speedmaster Standard Grade .22 LR Semi-Automatic Rifle, 23" Barrel, 15+1 Capacity
The Remington Model 552 Speedmaster is one of the few rimfire autoloaders that reliably feeds .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle cartridges interchangeably. This Standard Grade example features the classic polished blue finish, a plain walnut stock, and a 23" carbon-steel barrel. Its grooved receiver accepts 3/8" tip-off scope mounts, making it ready for optics without gunsmith work.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle is structurally solid with scattered scratches and surface blemishes on the metal. The walnut stock and fore-end display noticeable handling marks and finish wear, though no cracks are observed. The bore remains shiny and clear.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 552 Speedmaster Standard Grade .22 LR rifle
- Factory iron sights (ramp front bead and step-elevator rear)
- Integral sling swivel stud
Introduced in 1957, the Model 552 was designed for shooters who wanted a versatile rimfire that could cycle three cartridge lengths without adjustment. Its blowback action and tubular magazine hold up to 15 rounds of .22 LR, or even more when loaded with the shorter .22 Short.
This rifle carries the plain-grained walnut stock unique to the Standard Grade, giving it a straightforward, workhorse look. The 13.5" length of pull fits most adult shooters while keeping the rifle balanced for off-hand shots.
The 23" round barrel and polished blue steel receiver are classic Remington features. A receiver groove machined at the factory accepts standard 3/8" tip-off rings, allowing quick scope installation without drilling or tapping.
Iron sights come standard: a blued ramp front with silver-colored bead for quick acquisition and a folding leaf rear with step elevator for precise elevation changes. A sling swivel stud on the buttstock offers easy sling attachment for field use.