4 digit serial number model 700

[Kiotkiller]

Out at the local pawn shop looking for a donor action and came across a 4 digit serial number model 700 in .308 win. Is there any thing desirable about an older action like this.
Price was 299.95 and it seemed to be in fairly good condition

 

[nashlaw]

Very desirable action to some, me included. Very smooth compared to later actions. Would be nice to build a classic varminter on. For the money you mention, grab it and run like thief.

I have never seen a 4-digit.

 

[Kiotkiller]

Thanks for the reply, I don't know much about them. The intended purpose for the action is the long rifles inc group buy. And I seem to remember some one along the way mentioning that older models with out the cut in the bolt lug and the rail for it to ride on were not good for competition because of binding.

 

[blackblue]

Grab it for that price.

 

[Absolution]

300 bucks.... wow i wish i could find a 700 for that price. Especially for a gun with all machined parts.

 

[Gray]

If I came across that I would buy quickly. Good find!

 

[g2gjoe]

Where was this for sale at?