Firearm Maintenance: Remington 700 Disassembly — Part 1/4

Published on May 21, 2013
Duration: 1:43

This video demonstrates the field stripping process for a Remington 700 rifle, focusing on safe bolt removal and disassembly. It highlights the use of specialized tools like the Kleinendorst tool for deep cleaning the firing pin assembly, recommending this for periodic maintenance. The guide emphasizes that further disassembly beyond field stripping should be left to professional gunsmiths.

Quick Summary

To safely remove the bolt from a Remington 700, first ensure the rifle is unloaded. Open the action, depress the bolt release button located in front of the trigger, and slide the bolt straight out of the receiver. For deep cleaning, use a Kleinendorst tool to disassemble the firing pin assembly.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Remington 700 Maintenance Series
  2. 00:14Crucial Safety Check: Unloading the Rifle
  3. 00:29How to Remove the Remington 700 Bolt
  4. 00:39Disassembling the Bolt with Kleinendorst Tool
  5. 01:06Field Stripping Complete: Professional Gunsmithing Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

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

To safely remove the bolt from a Remington 700, first ensure the rifle is unloaded by visually and physically inspecting the chamber and magazine. Then, open the action, locate and depress the bolt release button in front of the trigger guard, and slide the bolt straight out of the receiver.

What tool is needed for deep cleaning the Remington 700 bolt?

For a deep cleaning of the Remington 700 bolt, specifically to remove the firing pin assembly, a specialized tool called the Kleinendorst Bolt Disassembly Tool is recommended. This tool helps retract the cocking piece, allowing the firing pin assembly to be unscrewed.

How often should the Remington 700 bolt be deep cleaned?

The video suggests that deep cleaning the bolt assembly of a Remington 700, which involves removing the firing pin assembly using a specialized tool, is recommended periodically. A specific interval mentioned is 'every few years,' indicating it's not a routine cleaning task.

What part of Remington 700 maintenance does this video cover?

This video covers the initial field stripping of the Remington 700 rifle, focusing specifically on the safe removal and disassembly of the bolt. It is presented as Part 1 of a four-part series that will also cover cleaning, lubrication, and reassembly.

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