10% down. Update need help

[truck driver]

First let's look at what you were going to do with it. Then decide if you want a pristine rifle or one that won't matter if it gets bumped and bruised If the bore is good and the crown is good you could have a shooter that isn't worn out and a little TLC could bring it back. You could look at it as a project gun to occupy the long winter days or nights when you need something to do.
See if you can get the price down and get your self a bargain.

 

[Vince]

Personally I'd rebarrel a 30-06 but then I'm partial to bolt guns.

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[wisconsinteacher]

I like the idea of a project. I just want to know how hard it will be to do compared to other projects like bedding. I have done that and enjoyed the project.

I will use the gun as a deer hunting gun while walking and making drives

 

[Dr. Vette]

To me that seems like a lot of money for any Rem 7600 pump, no matter what caliber.

There's a 7600 in 35 Whelen on GB right now for $855 that is in far better condition than what you describe. You have to decide how much you really have to have a 7600 in that caliber.

Personally I'd pass on both of them.

 

[FOTIS]

I had 2 f them both 3/4" MOA guns

 

[truck driver]

The metal work if it's that bad I would leave up to a professional as for the wood work depending on the type of finish on it ( acrylic or oil ) it can be easy or a pita for the acrylic removal. Since you plan on refinishing the metal it will be easier to finish the wood and not have to worry about messing up the metal finish but would still tape the metal before starting on the wood.

 

[Anonymous]

I was able to see the 35 whelen today and it was not love at first sight. The crown, bore, and barrel look good but the metal and stock are rough. It was a truck gun and has spots where the bluing is rubbed off. ...They are asking $575 for it. .

Oh man... I've grown to hate rifles that I loved initially, but never loved a rifle that didn't thrill me at the onset. I'd pass.

Also- $575 seems overly expensive for a 7600, particularly one already in "truck gun" status. I just helped a friend of my wife's set up a 7600 with a low power scope.. I want to say $300 was the used price she gave and it looked pretty pristine.

It's your money...but I think you could do far better, save up another month or two and you can swing a 700 in Whelen or have the rifle of your choice punched out by JES. My $0.02.

 

[wisconsinteacher]

I have been thinking about it all afternoon and think I am going to pass on it. I will find one or one to rebore that will make me happier in the future. Thanks for all the help. To me I keep thinking if the outside is bad what am I really getting. A rebore will ensure a fresh new start.

 

[Thebear_78]

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewIt ... =458022333

you can find these all day long on gun broker in the 300-365 range, this one s only 250. JES can rebore it to 3 groove 1-12 twist for $225. $500 for a clean rifle with a pristine bore with heavy bullet compatable twist. I think would be money ahead for sure going this route!

 

[wisconsinteacher]

Looks like I need an account.

 

[gerry]

That's a nice little 30-06 carbine and the price is great.

 

[wisconsinteacher]

How much will I give up with the shorter barrel compared to the 22" barrel?

 

[truck driver]

Not sure if it's 30 or 50fps per inch of barrel. Probably 150fps difference less with the 18 1/2" barrel. but it would be a fast handler in tight conditions.

 

[Thebear_78]

The loss is less with cartridges like the 35 whelen probably 100fps or less, I easily got 2400 fps with 250s with my 18" rem 750

 

[DrMike]

Figure a loss of ~25-35 fps/inch of barrel.

 

[Anonymous]

How much will I give up with the shorter barrel compared to the 22" barrel?

Not enough at woods ranges that the deer will even notice!

The nice thing about about firing big old chunks of lead is that screaming velocity is not required. Heck, even the mild mannered .35 Remington flattens stuff in the big wood. A friend of mine recently acquired one of the 7400s in .35 Whelen....his moose took one in the boiler and gave it up on the spot!

 

[gerry]

I would also expect easily less than 100 fps with a round like the Whelen.

 

[FOTIS]

BTW trigger is removed by the same way as a rem 1100 or 870. 2 Pins I think! Then get a 6 dollar lighter spring and trigger will be much better. Creep was always there in my guns albeit a little but there.

 

[SJB358]

Looks like I need an account.

If you take it on as a project, I am thinking you might have some fun with it, but like the others said, if you want an original looking rifle, a rebore by JES is about as easy as it gets and the others nailed it, a 12 twist, cut rifled barrel would make you smile.

I have been very happy with my 35 Newton JES punched out and rebored for me. Handles everything pretty well and is very accurate..

 

[sask boy]

WT, you are getting sound advice here. Keep us updated on how this project turns out. I know that once you have the 35 Whelen I know that you will be tickled with it. It is a fine calibre that is easy to make accurate and has great knock down power.

Blessings,
Dan