How to Assemble a Remington 700 Presented by Larry Potterfield | MidwayUSA Gunsmmithing

Published on October 4, 2013
Duration: 8:33

This video details the final assembly of a Remington 700 rifle, focusing on mating the barrel and action, installing sights and trigger, assembling the bolt, and final rifle construction. It emphasizes precise torque values for scope bases and rings, using specialized tools like a barrel vise and FAT wrench. Proper techniques for handling parts and ensuring correct function checks are highlighted throughout the process.

Quick Summary

The assembly of a Remington 700 includes installing the stock, mating the barrel and action with anti-seize, fitting sights and trigger, assembling the bolt, and mounting the scope. Precise torque values are crucial: 30 in-lbs for bases and 15 in-lbs for rings, ensuring proper alignment with levels.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Stock Assembly
  2. 00:55Mating the Barrel and Action
  3. 02:16Sights and Trigger Installation
  4. 04:44Bolt Assembly
  5. 06:45Final Rifle Assembly
  6. 07:28Scope Mounting and Leveling

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key steps for assembling a Remington 700 rifle?

The assembly involves installing the stock components, mating the barrel and action using a vise and anti-seize, installing sights and trigger, assembling the bolt, and finally mounting the scope with precise torque settings.

What torque values are recommended for scope mounting on a Remington 700?

For a Remington 700 build, scope bases should be torqued to 30 inch-pounds, and scope ring screws should be torqued to 15 inch-pounds using a torque wrench like the Wheeler FAT Wrench.

How do you ensure proper alignment when mounting a scope on a rifle?

Proper alignment involves positioning the scope for maximum eye relief, leveling both the rifle receiver and the scope using bubble levels, and then torquing the ring screws evenly.

What specialized tools are needed for assembling a Remington 700 action?

Essential tools include a barrel vise with oak bushings, an action wrench, anti-seize compound, a torque wrench (like the Wheeler FAT Wrench), and bubble levels for scope alignment.

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