Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic rifle for a penny start auction, this is the Remington 742 Woodsmaster Carbine.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Remington
Model: 742 Woodsmaster Carbine.
Serial: A6952114
Date of Manufacture: 1974
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 18 ½"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Adjustable U-Notch Rear and Mounted Leupold Vari-X 2-7 Compact
Stock/Grips: Checkered Pistol Grip Stock with Checkered Forearm
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Remington 742 Woodsmaster Carbine is a classic American semi-automatic hunting rifle produced by Remington Arms, widely known for its fast follow-up shots, handsome sporting appearance, and popularity among deer hunters throughout the United States during the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Introduced in 1960 as the successor to the Remington Model 740, the 742 Woodsmaster became one of the most recognizable sporting autoloaders of its era, offering hunters the convenience of semi-automatic operation in a lightweight, traditional-looking rifle chambered for powerful hunting cartridges such as .30-06 Springfield, .308 Winchester, .280 Remington, and .243 Winchester. The Carbine version stood apart from standard models because of its shorter barrel and more compact overall dimensions, making it especially popular in dense woods, thick brush, and eastern deer-hunting environments where quick handling and rapid target acquisition were important. One of the defining characteristics of the 742 Woodsmaster Carbine is its sleek walnut stock and blued steel construction, giving the rifle a classic sporting appearance far removed from military-style semi-automatics. The rifle utilized a gas-operated action with a detachable box magazine, typically holding four rounds, and featured a cross-bolt safety, checkered walnut furniture, and factory iron sights, though many hunters mounted scopes using the receiver’s drilled-and-tapped design. The shorter carbine barrel made the rifle quicker to shoulder and easier to maneuver in tree stands or wooded terrain, while still maintaining solid ballistic performance with common big-game calibers. Mechanically, the rifle became known for smooth recoil characteristics and quick follow-up shot capability, features that helped make it extremely successful among whitetail hunters who valued rapid second-shot opportunities. In practical use, the Remington 742 Woodsmaster Carbine earned a reputation as a dependable and effective deer rifle when properly maintained, with many hunters praising its natural balance, fast-cycling action, and comfortable handling. The rifle became especially common in eastern states such as Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Maine, where quick shots in heavy timber were common, and semi-automatic hunting rifles developed a loyal following. However, the 742 series also became known for potential wear issues in the receiver rails after extremely high round counts or poor maintenance, leading many owners to treat them primarily as hunting rifles rather than high-volume range firearms. Despite these limitations, well-maintained examples remained reliable field guns and became deeply associated with American deer camps and traditional hunting culture. Today, the Remington 742 Woodsmaster Carbine is regarded as one of the most iconic American semi-automatic hunting rifles ever produced, admired for its classic styling, quick-handling carbine configuration, nostalgic hunting heritage, and long-standing popularity among generations of woods hunters.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 742 Woodsmaster Carbine.
Serial: A6952114
Date of Manufacture: 1974
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 18 ½"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Adjustable U-Notch Rear and Mounted Leupold Vari-X 2-7 Compact
Stock/Grips: Checkered Pistol Grip Stock with Checkered Forearm
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Remington 742 Woodsmaster Carbine is a classic American semi-automatic hunting rifle produced by Remington Arms, widely known for its fast follow-up shots, handsome sporting appearance, and popularity among deer hunters throughout the United States during the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Introduced in 1960 as the successor to the Remington Model 740, the 742 Woodsmaster became one of the most recognizable sporting autoloaders of its era, offering hunters the convenience of semi-automatic operation in a lightweight, traditional-looking rifle chambered for powerful hunting cartridges such as .30-06 Springfield, .308 Winchester, .280 Remington, and .243 Winchester. The Carbine version stood apart from standard models because of its shorter barrel and more compact overall dimensions, making it especially popular in dense woods, thick brush, and eastern deer-hunting environments where quick handling and rapid target acquisition were important. One of the defining characteristics of the 742 Woodsmaster Carbine is its sleek walnut stock and blued steel construction, giving the rifle a classic sporting appearance far removed from military-style semi-automatics. The rifle utilized a gas-operated action with a detachable box magazine, typically holding four rounds, and featured a cross-bolt safety, checkered walnut furniture, and factory iron sights, though many hunters mounted scopes using the receiver’s drilled-and-tapped design. The shorter carbine barrel made the rifle quicker to shoulder and easier to maneuver in tree stands or wooded terrain, while still maintaining solid ballistic performance with common big-game calibers. Mechanically, the rifle became known for smooth recoil characteristics and quick follow-up shot capability, features that helped make it extremely successful among whitetail hunters who valued rapid second-shot opportunities. In practical use, the Remington 742 Woodsmaster Carbine earned a reputation as a dependable and effective deer rifle when properly maintained, with many hunters praising its natural balance, fast-cycling action, and comfortable handling. The rifle became especially common in eastern states such as Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Maine, where quick shots in heavy timber were common, and semi-automatic hunting rifles developed a loyal following. However, the 742 series also became known for potential wear issues in the receiver rails after extremely high round counts or poor maintenance, leading many owners to treat them primarily as hunting rifles rather than high-volume range firearms. Despite these limitations, well-maintained examples remained reliable field guns and became deeply associated with American deer camps and traditional hunting culture. Today, the Remington 742 Woodsmaster Carbine is regarded as one of the most iconic American semi-automatic hunting rifles ever produced, admired for its classic styling, quick-handling carbine configuration, nostalgic hunting heritage, and long-standing popularity among generations of woods hunters.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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2026-06-07 21:00:00 |
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