Remington Model 742 Woodsmaster .30-06 Semi-Auto Rifle, 22-Inch Barrel, 1977, Walnut Stock
This 1977 Remington Model 742 Woodsmaster is a .30-06 semi-automatic, gas-operated rifle with the classic 22-inch barrel configuration. It features gloss-finished walnut furniture with impressed basketweave/skip-line checkering, white-line spacers, and a checkered metal buttplate. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope bases with four holes visible, and the barrel is rollmarked with patent number 2,747,313. Remington proof marks and the "RO" barrel date code are present.
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. The exterior shows numerous scratches and blemishes. There is visible rust and patches of pitting on metal surfaces, with spots of rust on the rear sight. The stock has damage just behind the receiver that has been repaired.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 742 Woodsmaster .30-06 semi-automatic rifle (22-inch barrel)
- 1 detachable 5-round steel box magazine with multi-caliber rollmarks (.280 Rem, .25-06 Rem, .30-06 Sprg, .270 Win, .35 Whelen)
The Model 742 Woodsmaster pairs a .30-06 chambering with a gas-operated, semi-automatic action and a standard 22-inch barrel. Capacity is 4+1 with a detachable box magazine. Iron sights include an unhooded ramped front blade and a barrel-mounted rear leaf on a ramp with an elevator.
The walnut stock and forend show the Woodsmaster style: gloss-finished walnut with impressed basketweave/skip-line checkering, white-line spacers, and a checkered metal buttplate. The stock is fitted with sling swivel studs, and the length of pull measures 13.0 inches.
The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope bases with four holes visible, expanding mounting options. The barrel is rollmarked with patent number 2,747,313, and this rifle bears the Remington proof stamp along with the "RO" barrel date code. It was made in the United States.
The detachable steel magazine system is a hallmark of the 742. The included magazine is marked for multiple chamberings, and this rifle is chambered in .30-06 as specified.