Lock Stock & Barrel Auctions, Live Auction #7 - Cody, Wyoming
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Make: Remington
Model: 6
Serial Number: S343108 (stock serial matches)
Year of Manufacture: 1911-1921 / ATF Classification: C&R
Caliber/Gauge: .22 Short, Long, or Long Rifle
Action Type: Single shot, falling block
Barrel Length: 20"
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed into the barrel. The rear sight is a u-notch dovetailed into the barrel. There is a folding aperture screwed into the upper tang.
Grip/Stock Configuration & Condition: The refinished furniture is two piece wood with a straight comb, straight-wrist grip, smooth forend, and a smooth metal Remington buttplate. The buttplate has been scrubbed and is now in the white with light pitting. The furniture shows pressure dings, scuffs, scratches. Many of the blemishes have been sanded and finished over. The LOP measures 12.75" from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are cracks running from the upper and lower tang. The furniture rates in Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is grey and the rifling is worn. There is heavy pitting scattered throughout the bore. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 3/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 20% of its metal finish. The finish shows patina, oxidation, scrub marks, and scratches. The screw heads show faint tooling and retain turnable slots. The markings are clear and complete. Overall, this rifle rates in Fair condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This Remington Model 6 was manufactured between 1911 and 1921 and qualifies as a Curio and Relic rifle. Produced by Remington, the Model 6 was a compact single shot rifle that utilized a simple falling block action. Designed as an affordable sporting and training rifle, it became a popular choice for small game hunting and marksmanship instruction during the early 20th century.
Chambered for .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle with a 20 inch barrel, this rifle reflects the versatile rimfire configuration that contributed to its popularity. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 3 out of 10, showing significant wear consistent with age and prolonged use. The action functions correctly.
The furniture rates in Good condition with visible handling wear and age-related marks. This rifle retains approximately 20% of its metal finish, with the balance worn to patina and age-related discoloration. Overall, this rifle rates in Fair condition and stands as an honest survivor from the early years of Remington's falling block rimfire production. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids!
Lock Stock & Barrel Investments Inc.
2301 Lt. Childers St.
Cody, WY 82414
United States
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