REMINGTON 40-X

Overview

Remington Model 40-XB "US" Military Target RifleManufacturer: Remington Arms Co. (Custom Shop)Model: 40-XB RangemasterSerial Number: 27818BCaliber: .22 Long RifleManufacture Date: 1972 (Confirmed by Barrel Code: W B M B)Action Type: Bolt-Action Single Shot (Model 700 Style)OverviewThis is an exceptional example of a Remington 40-XB, a hand-fitted product of the Remington Custom Shop. Produced in 1972, this specific rifle bears the "US" property mark, identifying it as a precision trainer originally commissioned for U.S. military marksmanship programs. Built on the iconic Model 700-style receiver, the 40-XB was designed for world-class accuracy and remains a staple for competitive smallbore shooters and military arms collectors alike.Condition & FinishMetalwork: The barreled action features the original factory Satin Blue finish. The blueing is deep and consistent, displaying the high-quality hand-polishing typical of early 1970s Custom Shop production.Receiver: The "US" stamp is crisp and well-defined, indicating the original surface remains intact. The receiver is factory drilled and tapped for target scope blocks and receiver-mounted aperture sights.Barrel: The heavy-contour target barrel retains its original W B M B date and inspector codes on the left side. The bore remains bright with sharp, well-defined rifling-a hallmark of the hand-lapped barrels from this era.Stock: The rifle is seated in its original American Walnut target stock. The wood features a low-luster, hand-rubbed oil finish designed for durability and glare reduction in competition environments. It includes the original accessory rail for hand stops and slings.Bolt: The bolt is polished "in the white" with a blued handle, operating with the signature smoothness of a hand-tuned Remington 40-X action.Technical SpecificationsBarrel Length: 28" Heavy Target ContourTrigger: Factory Adjustable Target Trigger (set to a crisp, light break)Stock Material: Select American WalnutWeight: Approximately 10.5 lbs (standard for heavy-barrel configurations)Collector's NoteMilitary-contract 40-XBs from the early 1970s are increasingly difficult to find in original condition. This 1972 specimen, with its confirmed provenance and "B" series serial range, represents a peak era of Remington's bolt-action refinement. It is an ideal addition for a collector of US military trainers or a shooter looking for a vintage sub-MOA rimfire platform.