Remington Model 742 Woodsmaster .30-06 Semi-Auto Rifle, 22 in Barrel, Blued, 1960s, Iron Sights, Scope Rings/Bases Installed
This 1960s-era Remington Model 742 Woodsmaster in .30-06 is a U.S.-made, gas-operated semi-automatic with classic blued steel and varnished wood furniture. It features a 22-inch barrel with iron sights, a factory drilled-and-tapped receiver fitted with two-piece bases and 1-inch rings, and comes with a 3-round detachable magazine. The barrel is rollmarked with U.S. Patent No. 2,885,754 and shows an REP-in-oval proof and "L J 48" date code, with a pre-1968 serial number format.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are a few scuffs and scratches visible on the metal and wood surfaces. The rifle presents well with solid fit and finish throughout.
What's Included
- 1x 3-round detachable box magazine stamped "30-06"
- 1-inch scope rings with two-piece receiver bases (installed)
- Torel Gun Slinger top grain cowhide 4851 leather sling with quick-detach swivels (installed)
The Model 742 Woodsmaster is a gas-operated, semi-automatic .30-06 with a stated maximum capacity of 3+1. This example includes a detachable 3-round magazine marked "30-06," aligning with Remington’s period configuration.
The 22-inch barrel wears a hooded ramp front sight with bead and a screw-mounted, step-elevator adjustable rear sight for precise zeroing. The blued finish is consistent across the barrel and receiver, providing a cohesive factory look.
Furniture consists of a varnished wood, uncheckered straight-comb buttstock paired with a grooved wood fore-end. A vented rubber recoil pad and a 13.5-inch length of pull contribute to comfortable shooting and a steady mount.
Markings and setup reflect its 1960s production: REP-in-oval proof, "L J 48" barrel date code, and barrel rollmarked with U.S. Patent No. 2,885,754. The receiver is factory drilled and tapped, and this rifle is outfitted with two-piece bases and 1-inch rings, ready for the optic of your choice. It retains its iron sights and was manufactured in the United States.