Hi all, new to the forum and not very good at navigating. If its what im thinking about, the 78 was a fairly shortlived economy offering from remington, and was basically a lesscosmeticallyrefined 700. Due to the coronavirus covid19 outbreak and measures imposed by our state government, our operations are temporarily suspended. The model 1148 was released as the replacement for remingtons model 11. This article originally appeared in the january 2016 issue of northwest sportsman, a regional magazine covering washington, oregon, idaho and southern british columbia. Students acquire and integrate, extend and refine, and complete a meaningful use task. From 1978 to 1982 remington offered the sportsman 78 which is the same model 700 action but with cheaper features such as a plain stock without checkering. I have my dads remington, the sportsmanlike model 11. Its an 06, so i think the stock i need would be for a long action adl. Cultural historian robert darnton at 78 history news network. Im interested in buying a book about 1903s and 03a3s. What to do with an old remington sportsman 78 in 270.
The history of one of the worlds most famous gun makers. Details about 1940s vintage sportsman s year book hunting camping fishing. A sad history of beautiful nostalgiaskullburn 78from one of the most controversial writers of the decade, author of the seminal underground books. In some cases wieland also notes negative points or product limitations. If you go to the remington web site and look up the sportsman they say that they all have the s prefix. Other than that it appears to be a very nice rifle. Locks firmly during use these magazines fit remington models. With 1816 we honor two centuries of frontiersmen, pioneers, hunters and sportsmen who placed their lives and livelihood in. I ended up coverting it to a bdl model with a hinged floor plate magazine. Wild game cookbook a remington sportsmens library book. The model 1148 was released as the replacement for remington s model 11.
I dont know if it is because of the particular model or not. For specific information on any of these books, click on the picture of the book. Details about 1940s vintage sportsmans year book hunting camping fishing. The complete history book collection issue 78 merchandise.
Sportsmans outdoor superstore reserves the right to modify or change pricing information or descriptions without notice. This model is a budget version of the remington model 700 and was made in the 1980s. Remington the sportsman general rifles and shotguns. Welcome to the predator masters forums welcome to predator. Corporate history book publisher the legend of eddie bauer. Nov 09, 2010 the sportsman 78 was just a plain jane, no frills rifle. Remington model 7400, 742, 740, 750, 74, and model. It gives a comprehensive history of the development and race history of the lotus type 78 and 79. Lets find out, come show us your skills any day any time during nra show hours. Origami books by john smith with links to full content listings. While the book will be welcomed by gun collectors worldwide, it is particularly useful. These rifles have been manufactured since 1982 and do not have a boltlock mechanism.
The rifle can also be ordered with a detachable box magazine. Rifle has a light colored hardwood stock with no checkering. From 1978 to 1982 or there abouts remington made the sportsman 78 bolt action rifle. I havent seen it but he said its one of the best books his ever read on the topic with a vast amount of information on both the history of the guns and on the actual. One question i have is, is the safety supposed to come back on after every shot. Shop for remington art prints from our community of independent artists and iconic brands. Buy whiskey myerss album titled firewater to enjoy in your home or car, or gift it to another music lover. Eddie bauer was a legendary pacific northwest sportsman. The hunting and fishing handbook by hunting and fishing magazine, combined with national sportsman and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Researched and found out a little about how to position the recoil springrings for different loads. Character, determination, entrepreneurial spirit, and love of the outdoors created a successful.
Slide action, centerfire gun model and pricing information. The sportsman 78 was offered in five popular calibers, weighs in at 7 pounds and features a 22 barrel with open sights, uncheckered pistol grip hard wood stock and a four round magazine capacity. Wtswtt or 1984 remington sportsman 78 northwest firearms. Ive used 78 s in the past and wouldnt hesitate to use another. This authoritative guide to britishmade shotguns looks at individual makers, their products, and the selling points of particular guns. Jun 10, 20 the remington art collection, the single largest holding of sporting and wildliferelated art in the world, reflects the rich outdoor tradition of the sporting life. An 870 dm will be awarded each day to the shooter with the best time. Mr drift is right, though, resale is sometimes affected. Symmetric nodal origami world bos booklet 78 book cover. Jan 12, 2016 a federal judge has agreed to further delay a classaction settlement involving some 7. In honor of your countys rich historical legacy, historical armory is proud to present the grafton county new hampshire limited historical edition rifle.
Hello, was interested in getting some information and value information. The hunting and fishing handbook by hunting and fishing magazine, combined with national sportsman and a great selection of related books, art. Remington the sportsman 20 gauge 2 semi auto shotgun pre. It is their style and character that inspired our rugged collection of menswear and gear.
Sportsman 78 gun and game the friendliest gun discussion. Dated 1973, these crisp prints are entitled mule deer on rim of grand canyon, return of the elk, wild turkey in the snow, canada geese at horicon marsh, the dimensions of these are 14in. The expected time it takes to go through all material is one class period. In an interview with al gore, owner of the 38 mile speedway, some interesting history was uncovered. While every effort is made to include accurate and correct images, descriptions and pricing for all products, inadvertent errors may occur. Remington arms company introduced the sportsman 78 bolt action rifle in 1984 as their replacement for the discontinued model 788 rifle the year before.
Grafton county new hampshire engraved rifle historical armory. The remington 1148 is a semiautomatic shotgun manufactured by remington arms as the first of the new generation semiautos produced after world war ii. Grafton county new hampshire engraved rifle historical. It is just a no frills 700 just figured i got lucky with that particular rifle. In 1930, they also introduced a threeshot version in 20gauge called the sportsman. History of old dominion speedway many people might remember what happened in years gone by, but how did it all begin. I did some horsetrading and ended up with a remington bolt action rifle chambered in 270. Remington sportsman series 2007 limited edition helperhollywood. Any thoughts or experiences with this model would be helpful. Remington model 78 sportsman archives classic american.
Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. Huntsville, al are you ready to compete with the strongest, smoothest, most reliable pump shotgun in history, the remington 870 dm. If you watch auction sites you might be able to eventually get a stock for a decent price. The american rifleman magazines 19441961 collectibles. National sportsman and hunting and fishing magazine abebooks. Remington sportsman58 shotgun the firearms forum the. With 1816 we honor two centuries of frontiersmen, pioneers, hunters and sportsmen who placed their lives and. Each remington art print is produced using archival inks, ships within 48 hours, and comes with a 30day money back guarantee. Anyone have an opinion on the best book for what i am looking for. Wild game cookbook a remington sportsmens library book l.
The history of one of the worlds most famous gun makers marcot, roy on. A federal judge has agreed to further delay a classaction settlement involving some 7. As others have said the sportsman 78 was a cheaper version of the model 700. Jul 28, 2016 remington sportsman series 2007 limited edition. The history of one of the worlds most famous gun makers by roy marcot, is a very good book, if you are into guns, and the history of america. This is a discussion on remington sportsman 78 within the my 700 forums, part of the model 700 photo gallery category. It was manufactured from 1949 to 1968 and was produced in 12, 16, 20 and 28 gauge and. Customize your remington print with hundreds of different frames and mats, if desired.
Welcome to the predator masters forums hunting the hunters. What to do with an old remington sportsman 78 in 270 winchester. Local and united states history through the eyes of remington this history lesson is designed for grade levels 1012. It is interesting that you had a similar experience. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. The people at remington history section would tell you that all sportsman shotguns produced had an s preceding the serial number. I just picked up a remington sportsman 78 in 3006 springfield. I have a remington sportsman 78 that i would like to put a synthetic stock on, but im not sure exactly what i need to fit this model. About two years ago, i found one that was like new in. It has a dog and bird design art above the trigger guard.
Would someone direct me to a link that best describes a step by step on adjusting the. For more than 200 years, remington firearms have been forged from the untamed spirit that will always define the american spirit revolutionizing an industry. This book to me taught me how the remington fire arms company was first created. I have the 78 in a 308 version and replaced the stock a few years ago.
Remington model 78 sportsman archives classic american gunsmith. This is a discussion on what to do with an old remington sportsman 78 in 270 winchester. Made in the usa, remington extra magazines are handy to have in your pocket when hunting or target practicing, as an empty magazine can be replaced quickly and easily by a full one. As a result these rifles may be loaded or unloaded with the safety in the s or on safe position. Local and united states history through the eyes of remington. I would like it to cover the history, variations and identification of proof marks, cartouches, etc. Seller assumes all responsibility for listing this item.
Followup thoughts from a local gun writer will appear in the march 2016 issue. This model is a budget version of the remington model 700. Bolt action rifle, like model 700 with uncheckered hardwood stock and sights. From what i have been able to gather a 78 is basically a plain jane 700, but has been out of production for several years. Remington arms in american history by hatch, alden and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The definitive history of bbcs longrunning series doctor who continues with this volume on.
Sell your remington 78 sportsman for free today on gunsamerica. Remington sportsman 78, model seven and 710 boltaction rifles are not included in the safety modification program. Nov 18, 20 i just picked up a remington sportsman 78 in 3006 springfield. Rifle has 22 inch barrel,no iron sights and will come with weaver bases. This created a problem for the gun shops who dealt in quality and not quantity. I have a hand me down, from my grandfather down to me, sportsman 58 12 gauge semiautomatic shotgun. After going through a few hundred letters and 500 pages into his book, he decided to switch gears because he thought the history of books was.
Welcome to the predator masters forums be sure to visit the main predator master website at. It was based on the model 788 which was sold at gun shops while the sportsman 78 was sold at retail stores at a cheaper price. A history of the models 1905, 1907, and 1910 selfloading rifles. They did a sportsman 12 pump 870 clone before they came out with the 870 express line, and a sportsman auto version of the 1100 at the same time. Simply slip in a full mag and you are immediately ready to chamber another round. The sportsman 78 was not included in the recall that affected the trigger group.
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