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Remington Model 30 express .30 Rem. 22" Bolt Action Rifle & Weaver Scop

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Remington Model 30 express .30 Rem. 22  Bolt Action Rifle & Weaver Scop
Remington Model 30 express .30 Rem. 22" Bolt Action Rifle & Weaver Scope

Make: Remington

Model: 30 express

Serial Number: 8853

Year of Manufacture: 1926

Caliber: .30 Rem.

Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with Internal Magazine

Markings: Standard Model 30 express markings.

Barrel Length: 22"

Sights / Optics: The front sight is abrass beaded blade pinned to a slotted barrel band base. There is no rear sight installed. The rear of the barrel has a dovetail blank installed. The right side of the receiver is installed with a Lyman aperture peep sight base, the sight is included, just not installed. The receiver is installed with a base and a Weaver K2.5 scope.The scope has scattered oxidation and marks. The scope has a graduated post and crosshair reticle. The glass is hazy. The scope rates in Very Good condition.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is checkered walnut with a pistol grip, straight comb, schnabel tip, and serrated steeel buttplate. There is a small loss at the tang. There are some scattered scuffs, compressions, and draglines. There are some scattered littel nicks and scratches. There is a small filled hole on the bottom of the grip. The stock has been modified for use with the included Lyman aperture peep sight. The checkering is strong. The LOP measures 13 3/4" from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The plate has finish loss, thinning, and scabbing. The stocks rate in about Very Good overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There are a few small patches of minor surface erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 9 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 80% of its finish. There are scattered areas of thinning and finish loss. There are some areas of oxidation, patina, and pitting. There are some nicks and scratches. There are some areas of patina. The bolt does not have any markings. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is the previously described scope and aperture peep sight.

CA Legality: C&R: YeS, CA PPT: NO.