I Have This Old Gun: Remington Nylon 66

Published on January 14, 2026
Duration: 6:37

This expert-level review of the Remington Nylon 66, presented by NRA Publications, details its innovative use of polymers, cost-efficient manufacturing, and unique design. The rifle's durability, marketing, and historical context, including its production run and serialization changes due to the 1968 Gun Control Act, are thoroughly covered by knowledgeable presenters.

Quick Summary

The Remington Nylon 66 was a revolutionary .22 semi-automatic rifle introduced in 1959, notable for its innovative use of DuPont's Zytel 101 polymer for its stock and receiver, making it lightweight, durable, and cost-effective to produce.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Nylon 66
  2. 00:24Development and Cost Efficiency
  3. 01:21Material Science: Zytel and Nylon 66
  4. 01:51Marketing and Model Variants
  5. 02:43Unique Design Features
  6. 03:57Durability and Reliability
  7. 04:55Production and Pricing
  8. 05:34Serialization and the 1968 Gun Control Act

Frequently Asked Questions

What made the Remington Nylon 66 innovative for its time?

The Remington Nylon 66 was innovative due to its pioneering use of polymers, specifically Zytel 101 (later branded Nylon 66), for its stock and receiver components. This allowed for cost-effective manufacturing and resulted in a lightweight, durable rifle that was ahead of its time.

How durable was the Remington Nylon 66?

The Nylon 66 was exceptionally durable, designed to withstand harsh conditions, fungus, insects, and physical abuse. Salesmen famously demonstrated its toughness by slamming the stock against counters, proving it wouldn't break.

When was the Remington Nylon 66 produced and what was its original price?

The Remington Nylon 66 was introduced in January 1959 and remained in production until 1991. It originally retailed for $49.95 and sold over one million units during its production run.

Did the Remington Nylon 66 have serial numbers from the start?

No, Remington did not serialize the Nylon 66 rifles initially to save costs. Serial numbers were only added to models produced after the 1968 Gun Control Act, stamped onto the left side of the metal receiver cover.

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