Complete Tear Down and Disassembly of a Remington 700 | MidwayUSA Gunsmithing

Published on July 29, 2013
Duration: 4:15

This guide details the complete tear-down and disassembly of a Remington 700 rifle, as demonstrated by expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield. It covers essential steps from safety checks and bolt removal to disassembling the trigger assembly and separating the receiver from the barrel, emphasizing the use of specialized tools for precision and safety.

Quick Summary

Disassembling a Remington 700 involves a safety check, bolt removal using the bolt release, and detailed bolt disassembly with tools like the Mink bolt tool. The barreled action is then removed from the stock, followed by trigger and magazine components, and finally, the receiver is separated from the barrel using specialized vises and wrenches.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Safety
  2. 00:10Bolt Removal
  3. 00:22Bolt Disassembly
  4. 01:26Removing the Barreled Action
  5. 01:51Trigger and Magazine Box Removal
  6. 03:06Barrel Removal

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the essential tools for disassembling a Remington 700?

Key tools include a vise (like the Tipton Best Gun Vise), a Mink bolt disassembly tool, properly fitted screwdrivers, and specialized items like the Wheeler Engineering barrel vise and action wrench for barrel removal.

How do you safely remove the bolt from a Remington 700?

First, ensure the rifle is unloaded with the bolt open. Press the bolt release lever located on the receiver and then pull the bolt straight out.

What is the first step in disassembling a Remington 700?

The absolute first step is a thorough safety check to confirm the firearm is unloaded. Only then should you proceed with opening the bolt and initiating the disassembly process.

How is the receiver separated from the barrel on a Remington 700?

This requires specialized equipment: a Wheeler Engineering barrel vise with oak bushings and rosin for grip, an action wrench, and a cheater bar for leverage to unscrew the receiver from the barrel.

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