Remington Woodsmaster Model 740 Standard Grade (A) .30-06, 22 in Barrel, Blued, Walnut, 4+1
This Remington Woodsmaster Model 740 is a first-generation, gas-operated semi-automatic in .30-06, built in the 1955–1960 production era. It is the Standard Grade (740A) configuration with plain American walnut furniture and a blued finish. The receiver is drilled and tapped and currently fitted with two-piece scope bases and 1-inch rings, and the bore is bright and clean. Factory 22 in barrel, 4+1 capacity, and a hooded ramp front sight round out a classic early Woodsmaster setup.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings consistent with previous handling and use. The bore is bright and clean.
What’s Included
- Two-piece receiver scope bases (installed)
- 1-inch scope rings (installed)
- Detachable steel magazine marked ".30-06"
Built during the first-generation Woodsmaster run, this Model 740 uses Remington’s gas-operated "Power-Matic" system. Chambered in .30-06 with a factory 22 in barrel and a 4+1 capacity, it combines classic big-game chambering with semi-automatic operation in a proven early configuration.
This is the Standard Grade 740A setup, featuring plain, uncheckered American walnut for both the stock and fore-end, a ribbed hard buttplate, and no grip cap. The metal wears a traditional blued finish. Length of pull measures 13.5 in for a straightforward, field-ready fit.
Sighting equipment includes a ramped front sight protected by a hood. The receiver is factory drilled and tapped and is currently outfitted with two-piece scope bases and 1-inch rings, ready for the buyer’s preferred optic.