Remington Model 760 Gamemaster .257 Roberts Pump-Action Rifle, 22" Barrel, Pre-1968 Production
This Remington Model 760 Gamemaster is a scarce, early-production rifle chambered in .257 Roberts—a caliber offered only from 1954 to 1961. Built on a blued steel receiver and fitted with walnut furniture, it retains the dual action bars and 14-lug rotating bolt that made the 760 a favorite among hunters who wanted bolt-action accuracy with pump-action speed. The rifle in this listing is further distinguished by period-correct iron sights, factory drill-and-tap holes for an optic, and a Pachmayr White Line recoil pad that brings the length of pull to 13.5 inches.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – Showing some 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 blued finish shows scattered scratches, light pitting, and small handling marks. Wood surfaces display normal field wear but remain solid with no cracks. The aftermarket Pachmayr recoil pad replaces the original buttplate.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 760 Gamemaster rifle
- 1 x 4-round Remington factory steel detachable box magazine
Chambered in the versatile .257 Roberts, this 760 sits in the rarer end of the Model 760 production spectrum. Fewer rifles left the factory in this caliber compared to the more common .30-06 or .270 offerings, making it a desirable find for collectors and hunters who favor lighter-recoiling rounds.
The pre-1968 serial number block (213339) confirms manufacture between 1954 and 1961. That period saw Remington fitting receivers at the factory with drill-and-tap holes, so adding a scope requires no gunsmithing.
Mechanically, the rifle retains the 760’s hallmark features: twin action bars that keep the forend aligned during cycling and a 14-lug rotating bolt that locks up securely in the barrel extension. These design choices give the rifle smooth pump strokes and excellent strength.
The walnut stock sports a pistol grip and straight comb, while the grooved pump handle offers a positive grip in wet weather. Sling-swivel studs are already installed, and the aftermarket Pachmayr recoil pad helps moderate felt recoil.
Sighting options include a dovetailed ramp front sight and an adjustable step-elevator rear sight, both correct for the era. Together with the 22-inch barrel, they provide a balanced, quick-handling setup for game from deer to varmints.