Remington Model 760 Gamemaster .257 Roberts Pump-Action Rifle, 1954 – Custom Curly Maple Stock
This early-production 1954 Model 760 Gamemaster pairs Remington’s smooth pump-action design with the sought-after first-year .257 Roberts chambering. A high-figure curly maple Monte-Carlo stock set and matching fore-end give this rifle a distinctive, custom appearance while retaining its original 22-inch blued barrel and rotary-locking bolt. Collectors will note the personalized receiver engraving and factory magazine correctly marked ".257 RBTS."
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair – Shows extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair – Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Fair – Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor superficial scratches and blemishes appear on both metal and wood surfaces. Light rust and pitting are visible on the receiver and barrel exterior. The left side of the receiver carries personalized hand engraving with the original owner’s name and social security number.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 760 Gamemaster rifle chambered in .257 Roberts
- 1 factory 4-round detachable magazine stamped ".257 RBTS."
- Redfield one-piece scope base (installed)
Introduced in 1952, the Model 760 offered hunters a fast follow-up shot without sacrificing the accuracy expected from a centerfire rifle. This example, serial number 228646, falls within the first production year for the .257 Roberts chambering (1954-1961), making it a desirable variant for caliber collectors.
The rifle retains its original 22-inch blued carbon-steel barrel with a crowned muzzle. A dovetail ramp front sight with blade is present, while the rear sight has been removed and blanked—ready for a scope on the mounted Redfield base.
An aftermarket curly-maple Monte-Carlo stock and smooth fore-end replace the factory walnut, delivering eye-catching figure and a blond finish. The cheek-piece aids sight alignment, and the factory Remington recoil pad remains in place. Length of pull measures 13.5 inches.
Inside, the 760’s interrupted-thread rotary-locking bolt locks securely into the barrel extension, a design that set it apart from competing pump rifles of the era. The detachable steel box magazine holds four rounds, complementing the 4+1 overall capacity.
Personalized receiver engraving ties the rifle to its original owner, adding provenance for those who appreciate documented history. Combined with its custom wood, early .257 Roberts chambering, and solid mechanical design, this Gamemaster offers both collectibility and field utility.