Remington Model 597 Magnum HB LS .22 WMR Semi-Auto Rifle, 20 in Heavy Barrel, Laminate Stock
The Remington Model 597 Magnum HB LS pairs the .22 WMR chambering with a 20-inch heavy-profile carbon steel barrel and a laminated wood stock. This HB LS configuration features the 597 action with dual steel guide rails, an alloy receiver with a matte black anodized finish and integral 3/8-inch scope grooves; this example is fitted with a clamp-on 3/8-inch dovetail-to-Picatinny/Weaver adapter rail. It is marked "Remington Arms Company, Inc., Mayfield, KY," with the Magnum variant listed through 2017 and the 597 line discontinued by 2019.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive 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 light scuffs and scratches on exterior surfaces. The rifle will fire if the trigger is held down while the bolt reciprocates, indicating a likely worn disconnector. This must be addressed by a qualified gunsmith before use.
What’s Included
- 1x Factory Remington Model 597 Magnum 5-round detachable box magazine
- Clamp-on 3/8-inch dovetail-to-Picatinny/Weaver adapter rail (installed)
- Front and rear sling swivel studs (installed)
This HB LS variant centers on a 20-inch heavy-profile carbon steel barrel to balance .22 WMR performance with steady handling. The brown laminated wood stock features a straight comb, a black buttpad, and a 14.0-inch length of pull. Factory-installed sling swivel studs are ready for a sling or bipod.
The 597 action uses dual steel guide rails for the bolt within a semi-automatic blowback system, designed for consistent cycling in the .22 WMR chambering. It has right-side charging and right-side ejection, a polymer trigger guard/housing, and nickel-Teflon coated fire-control parts. A cross-bolt safety with a red indicator provides straightforward operation.
The alloy receiver has integral 3/8-inch scope grooves and is currently fitted with a clamp-on 3/8-inch dovetail-to-Picatinny/Weaver adapter rail. There are no iron sights, offering a clean top for mounting glass to suit your application.
Finished with a matte blued steel barrel and a matte black anodized alloy receiver, this rifle is marked to Remington’s Mayfield, Kentucky facility. Capacity is 5+1 with the included factory 5-round magazine, aligning with the Model 597 Magnum’s detachable box magazine system.