Own a Remington 700 rifle or several other models? Important news.
Jun 28, 2015 14:51:01 #
Los-Angeles-Shooter wrote:
Huge class action has been settled. Plaintiffs claim that the model 700 and several other Remingtons can fire without a definite trigger press. Refunds, refurbishment, vouchers available depending on model and age of the rifle.
Info here:
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/preliminary-approval-granted-to-proposed-settlement-by-remington-arms-company-300105305.html
Info here:
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/preliminary-approval-granted-to-proposed-settlement-by-remington-arms-company-300105305.html
All of mine are from the 50s and 60s. Never a problem of any kind. Remingtons problems seemed to have started since their buy out by I think Serbius Corp. years ago. Serious lack of quality control on the latter models stops me from purchasing any late model Remingtons. Only new guns I own are CZs, great guns from my experiences.
Jun 28, 2015 15:16:49 #
Michael Hartley wrote:
I put a Timmey trigger in mine, years ago. No reason other than, I like a good feeling trigger, and it's adjustable.
Never heard of 700's firing on their own, until just now? Have had three, through the years, none that I know of, have ever fired themselves.
Never heard of 700's firing on their own, until just now? Have had three, through the years, none that I know of, have ever fired themselves.
They will not fire on there own this is BS.
Jun 28, 2015 15:35:11 #
WessoJPEG wrote:
They will not fire on there own this is BS.
I agree, but...if someone has ignorantly tampered with the sear engagement screw on the older triggers, even the slightest jar(think bolt slamming closed, etc) can cause a discharge. Or if the screw that maintains tension on the sear is erroneously adjusted then engagement of these surfaces will be minimal or non-existent. Also the earlier Walker triggers had a "disconnect" lever that could prevent engagement if grit, crud or even a small burr found it's way to the wrong place.
After many years experience with these triggers, I think I can speak to both their strengths and weaknesses, and I firmly believe it would be a mistake to pretend there aren't some issues that should be dealt with. However, the biggest problem probably was, is, and shall be the tinkering consumer.
Now if the rules of firearm safety are met, nothing more than the embarrassment of an AD occurs, otherwise the results can be disastrous.
Jun 28, 2015 16:17:29 #
Los-Angeles-Shooter
Loc: Los Angeles
Wasn't the Remington 700 the basis for the Marine's sniper rifle for quite a few years? I read a book about Carlos Hathcock, the famous Vietnam sniper, and my understanding is that armorers tuned up the rifles before use. But I don't recall any details about the trigger mechanism.
Jun 28, 2015 16:26:37 #
Los-Angeles-Shooter wrote:
Wasn't the Remington 700 the basis for the Marine's sniper rifle for quite a few years? I read a book about Carlos Hathcock, the famous Vietnam sniper, and my understanding is that armorers tuned up the rifles before use. But I don't recall any details about the trigger mechanism.
Yes and the Army's as well.
The 700's have been just about everywhere and done about everything. Most times very well. The "push feed" bolt has often been criticized for use on dangerous game, but properly operated, it is still a viable option for any reasonable endeavor.
Properly adjusted and maintained, I believe the triggers are generally okay. Not as good as a Jewel, but still very good.
Jun 28, 2015 18:05:02 #
StrangerHart wrote:
Yes and the Army's as well.
The 700's have been just about everywhere and done about everything. Most times very well. The "push feed" bolt has often been criticized for use on dangerous game, but properly operated, it is still a viable option for any reasonable endeavor.
Properly adjusted and maintained, I believe the triggers are generally okay. Not as good as a Jewel, but still very good.
The 700's have been just about everywhere and done about everything. Most times very well. The "push feed" bolt has often been criticized for use on dangerous game, but properly operated, it is still a viable option for any reasonable endeavor.
Properly adjusted and maintained, I believe the triggers are generally okay. Not as good as a Jewel, but still very good.
I have a heavy barrel 22-250 rem. 700. Had gun smith rework it to take AR mags. Use to fire in military matches with iron sights and a Tubbs bloop tube. Had to fire 10 rounds with a magazine changed. Fired perfect score at 300 yes. Never any trigger trouble.
Jun 28, 2015 19:29:57 #
dennis2146 wrote:
As a firearms safety instructor I find it odd that you seem to have taken no steps to have that dangerous problem fixed. I would imagine Remington would be happy to repair it at no charge. There are probably Remington factory repair stations near you.
Dennis
Dennis
Up until recently Remington has all but denied that there WAS a problem
Jun 28, 2015 20:25:02 #
Los-Angeles-Shooter wrote:
Wasn't the Remington 700 the basis for the Marine's sniper rifle for quite a few years? I read a book about Carlos Hathcock, the famous Vietnam sniper, and my understanding is that armorers tuned up the rifles before use. But I don't recall any details about the trigger mechanism.
I always thought from my time in Nam that the White Feather used a Winchester model 70 in 30-06 for the majority of his career as sniper. The same weapon most anyone using a bolt action would use back then. The Remington was not used until much latter in the war although it is fondly used by some today. Carlos was also fond of a big 50 and the 12 gauge trench gun.
Jun 28, 2015 22:56:58 #
foathog wrote:
Up until recently Remington has all but denied that there WAS a problem
I am not referring to Remington but to the owner of a rifle he knows to have had at least two accidental discharges and apparently did nothing about it. I have contacted Remington about problems other than the trigger and in every case they were happy to fix the problem. If the gentleman didn't notify them then Remington could hardly have done the right thing.
Jun 29, 2015 00:00:07 #
Always liked Remington for their accuracy but always preferred the Mauser controlled round feed to prevent any chance of bouncing a round if the bolt is operated fast or a chance of a double loading. Never liked the idea of not having a bolt lock when the safety was on. In Alaska if you slung your rifle with a full magazine and the safety on, a twig could catch the bolt handle and flip it open losing you a round in the thick stuff. For awhile I did carry a newer model Rem in 338 and then another in 375 H&H that I had maga-na-ported before this became obvious. After that I got philosophical about it and traded them for a Ruger single shot in 375 H&H that I still have. Before that I used a Remington Model 30 for military match and Model 70's or CZ's for hunting besides a varity of flint locks.
Jun 29, 2015 00:55:03 #
denoferth wrote:
Always liked Remington for their accuracy but alwa... (show quote)
I really like the CZs and black from my 54s smells better than coffee in the morning. Have to admit it does taste like hell though.
Jul 22, 2015 13:00:05 #
Say,,, geclevl, in your avatar,,,,,,,,,,,,,what the hell are you shooting, through that little peep hole????
geclevel wrote:
There is a website where you can check your serial number to see if your rifle has the bad trigger assembly. Easy to find on Google.
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