Remington rifles single shot for sale guns international. Military remington rolling block rifles 4th by george j. The remington 17 pumpaction shotgun is one of john brownings. Books and paper products on are graded using the industry standard book grading criteria.
Due to the ammo being scarce or obsolete i have reduced the price. Since 1856, it has been known by four different names. My uncle by marriage to my aunt passed away several years ago and my aunt in michigan im in az is now wanting to get rid of his guns. The falling block action will need to be made a little bit wider to keep the strength the same. While i have not read through that new version, i have no doubt that it will be a more. Born of the most advanced design aspects of ar15style rifles available today, the model r15 is a top choice for piling up predators. Remington long range rifle accuracy long range hunting. It was my first gun, and since that day many rabbits and. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The remingtonrider rolling block rifle is a 19th century design, patented around 1863 by a remington employee named leonard geiger and improved over the next few years by joseph rider, who was the remington factory superintendent. This falling block target rifle is his contribution to the sport. Called a rolling block, it rotates at its breech a large round block behind a cartridge. I do not think what you are referring to is a remington model 32 shotgun because you call it a rifle plus, they only made about 6000 of those shotguns, so the serial number you give is wrong for a. The corners will have a radius which will be less likely to crack.
The guy said it was a 32 centerfire but did not specify if thats short or long. Rare, pre 1918 winchester 1879 patent mod 1885 winder musket. The remington rider rolling block rifle is a 19th century design, patented around 1863 by a remington employee named leonard geiger and improved over the next few years by joseph rider, who was the remington factory superintendent. It was founded in 1816 by eliphalet remington in ilion, new york, as e. Strong rifling still in this very clean and shiny 22 caliber bo replacement and original parts for winchesters and other antique firearms plus jimenez bryco jennings, including firing pins. Remington rolling block 32 cal centerfire the firearms. Correctly identifies and explains more than fifty rile models that have never been identified. Its outstanding speed, accuracy and shotgunlike pointability have made it the goto pumpaction rifle american hunters have trusted since 1981.
Remington no 1 rolling block single shot rifle nra museums. A brief history of the above firearm as copied from the blue book of gun values. A very rare book in any state, this is a new copy that has never been taken out of the shrink wrap. I have one that is in very good condition and a buddy of mine is wanting to buy it. Aug 23, 20 here is the information you requested about your firearm taken from manufacturertrademark remington modelconfiguration no. This little rifle featured a 20 long round barrel with open sights, thin walled receiver in blue or color case hardened.
One of the for collectors only series of books published by north cape publications, inc. My other uncle told me it is in excellent shape with one mar on the stock and his fathers initials in the stock. Complete book of rimfires buyers guide to classic rimfire rifles a look at 21 historic, popular, elegant or otherwise classic rimfire. Yes, it is used in the model 8, similar to frank hamer. Remington rolling block 32 cal centerfire discussion in the. If you can find the 4th edition of the remington military rolling block rifle for a reasonable price, it is definitely worth having in your library.
I have a remington octagon barrell 32 rolling block serial. Rough out the majority of your dimensions of your rectangular slot. Remington falling block 32cal rifle make an offer ssaa. Remington rolling block identification remington society. Company has distinction of being oldest firearms manufacturing firm in united states. Grip rounded pistol grip cheekpiece none drop at comb drop at heel lop standard buttplate remington shotgun plate not av. There is still good color case on the receiver and the barrel is plumbrown patina. John brownings 10 best sporting firearms designs outdoor life. Savage 30g favorite rifle 72100, 22 lr, 21, falling block. Were sure the wood is 100% original finish, and the wood is in good shape, but the gun has seen considerable use. A qualified appraisal should be secured if those features are in doubt. Mar 26, 2015 rolling block rifles remington rolling block no. Theres little debate that john browning was the worlds foremost gun.
Then use a long 316 or 14 endmill to clean up your corners and machine to your final dimensions. Earlier variations did not have the model number or company address information on the left side of the receiver. This rifle featured one of the strongest receivers ever made. Layman, entitled remington rolling block military rifles of the world. These products are made to order at our shop in pennsylvania. The remington rolling block rifle is a breechloading rifle that was produced from the mid1860s into the early 20th century by e. The model 1867 remington rolling block rifle was the first rifle using metallic cartridges to be. This is a fairly well preserved remington rolling block single shot rifle. One rifle is refered to as an american boy scout, with full wood. Offered for your consideration is one 1 remington no. Roy marcot is a recognized authority on the history of the remington arms company and its firearms, having written three books on the subject. So is the only option to basically just put a liner in it for one of the rimfire rounds. I have been researching and converting it to centerfire seems like a no go. The full octagon barrel is a pleasing blue mixed with soft patina, razor sharp edges, and sharp legends.
This classic rifle was the last of the rolling block models from remington. There is still good color case on the receiver and the barrel is. In the end, the commission based their decision on price and complexity. A serial number of 484905 indicates production in the 1940s at the very end of no. Remington is americas oldest gun maker and is claimed to be americas oldest factory that still makes its original product. It is a rifle intended for varmint and predator hunting, and has several barrels lengths, finishes, and configurations up for grabs. The remington rolling block was a huge commercial success back in its day, and is often referred to as the gun that saved remington which. Factory ammunition was discontinued back in the early 1970s, so you will have to make and load cases yourself, or find a custom loader. Peter, you are going to have to tell us whether your rifle is a pump action rifle, a bolt action rifle or a semiautomatic rifle with a fat barrel. This rifle is not tested but appears as though it works okay. Contrary to popular belief, the firing pin found on the more recent m186697 is not a convertible firing pin. Lighter and optimized for the hunt, every design aspect of the model r25 gii was rethought and perfected to create the most agile and dependable msr on the planet.
It is never going to be a target rifle, just a fun plinker. Has the octagon cut frame, walnut forend with schnauble in ebony, walnut buttstock with scurve buttplate, fire blue hammer and block, and case colored frame. The twin steel action bars and rotarybolt lockup of its pump action provide smooth operation, ultrapositive chambering and rocksolid strength. The piece shows a walnut hardwood forearm and straight grip stock with steel butt plate. Remington improved model 6 falling block rimfire rifles. When the stories ended that day, uncle lawrence gave me a.
This is why the breech block is drilled with two holes. Rifle was available with a number of optional features. I dont think youre gonna find any readily available ammo for this one. Mine shoots tiny groups under an inch with my handloads.
Remington arms company, llc is an american manufacturer of firearms and ammunition. Dec 06, 2005 this was the only remington rolling block with full octogon barrel in a 22 inch actually 22 12 barrel length. Your rifle is fitted with the original enfield rear sight. This is a very good book that includes detailed chapters 1116 on some of the less common rolling block rifles that collectors encounter, such as the 1867 navy cadet, the transformed rifles, 1870, and 1871 army. This fallingblock target rifle is his contribution to the sport. So leave the rifle as it is, and have a try at shooting it as a rf. Round barrels were an option and became standard toward the end of production. We have volumes from the first and second edition printings in near fine or better condition, showing little more than normal shelf wear. Antique remington no 4 rolling block, 32 cal rifle. Remington rolling block references remington rolling. This little rifle featured a 20 long round barrel with open sights, thin walled receiver in blue or color case hardened finishes and walnut stocks.
The all new collectors guide to remington rolling block military. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2. This was the only remington rolling block with full octogon barrel in a 22 inch actually 22 12 barrel length. However, it has been overtaken by a more recent and larger book by mr. The patent date reads july 22, 1902 on the left side of the receiver. Default name a z name z a price low high price high low model a z model z a.
When the heat of the moment finds you looking for a followup, the famous model 7600 delivers. A typical offhand rifle of that period was fitted with an adjustable palm rest below the forearm. Nov 28, 2004 peter, you are going to have to tell us whether your rifle is a pump action rifle, a bolt action rifle or a semiautomatic rifle with a fat barrel. By 1866 the remingtonrider rolling block rifle had evolved.
I did a lot of searching this afternoon and found a wide variety of estimates and types of rifle. It was my first gun, and since that day many rabbits and squirrels have come to their end. I am wanting to start a low wall build in a smaller caliber to squirrel hunt, etc. It has an aluminum bedding block just like the hs,but it fits me better. Look at the cast boolits forum on making rf cartridges. It has either a 2212 or a 24 inch barrel, that is octagonal in shape. The rifle features a 20 inch round barrel with fixed sights and folding sheet metal tang sight. Correctly identifies and explains more than fifty rile models that have never been.
Remington rifles antique for sale guns international. It features a full octagonal barrel and a genuine walnut finished hardwood stock and a schnabel tipped forend. Born of the most advanced design aspects of ar15style rifles available today, the model r15 is a top choice for piling up. It is a lot like the old remington sendero with a better stock. Antique firearms rules apply, no foreign sales allowed 700900.
Jul 29, 2011 thats just a weird mistake in their title, the cartridges listed arewere all rimfire, now obsolete except for the. Buffalo provided both of these, and a gun that could kill buffalo with one shot was needed. In 19, remington introduced the model 14 pump or slideaction rifle in four chamberings. Find rolling block for sale at, the worlds largest gun auction site. And proof the fittest not only survive, but conquer. The all new collectors guide to remington rolling block. The most authoritative and exhaustive reference on the pre64 model 70 rifle. Remington rolling block references remington rolling block. The info and values in this appraisal are compiled from a variety of sources including the current editions of the blue book of gun values, my internal reference library. The remington rolling block is perhaps the most well known of these. Your countrybycountry identification guide to the military rolling blocks of the u. The model 1885 singleshot, fallingblock action rifle was the first long. By 1866 the remington rider rolling block rifle had evolved.