Remington Model 512 Sportmaster .22 S/L/LR Bolt-Action Rifle, 25-Inch Barrel, Tubular Magazine, Blued
The Remington Model 512 Sportmaster is a classic American bolt-action rimfire with true multi-cartridge versatility. This example features a 25-inch barrel, an under-barrel tubular magazine, and factory open sights. It is a pre-512X configuration with a smooth receiver top and carries the correct Sportmaster and Remington rollmarks, making it a straightforward, well-appointed .22 for the shooter or enthusiast who values period-correct details.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, 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: This rifle shows obvious signs of previous use and handling throughout. The bore is clean and shiny.
What's Included
- Remington Model 512 Sportmaster .22 S/L/LR bolt-action rifle
The Model 512 Sportmaster is a bolt-action rimfire with an under-barrel tubular magazine and a knurled magazine plug. The barrel is rollmarked with ".22 SHORT, LONG OR LONG RIFLE" and "Remington REG. U.S. PAT. OFF." to reflect its multi-cartridge capability.
Factory capacities are approximately 22 (.22 Short), 17 (.22 Long), and 15 (.22 LR), with a stated capacity up to 15+1 in .22 LR.
This rifle uses open sights: a ramped front sight and an open rear sight with a stepped elevator for elevation adjustments. The receiver top is smooth with no scope grooves, indicating a pre-512X configuration consistent with early Sportmaster production details. The "SPORTMASTER" marking is present.
The 25-inch barrel and full-size layout pair with a one-piece hardwood stock. The stock has no checkering and is fitted with a checkered steel Remington-logo buttplate. The metal carries a blued finish, matching period factory presentation.
Additional identifiers include Remington barrel/date code letters "AR" near the receiver ring. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches. This Model 512 was made in the United States and retains the core Sportmaster features that define this series.