Description

Ultra-Accurate Remington Model 788 – .308 Win w/ Custom Quigley-Ford 4-12x Scope

A legendary “sleeper” rifle in the firearms community, the Remington Model 788 is revered for its astonishing, out-of-the-box accuracy that frequently rivaled—and often outperformed—the flagship Model 700. The secret lies in its unique rear-locking, 9-lug bolt design, which creates an incredibly rigid action and one of the fastest lock times of any production bolt-action rifle.

This specific Model 788 is chambered in the versatile and universally available .308 Winchester. To fully maximize the rifle’s inherent precision, it has been topped with a premium Quigley-Ford 4-12x long-range scope, known for custom-etched reticles tailored to the specific ballistic drop of the caliber. Whether you are hunting whitetail across a wide beanfield or punching paper at extended distances, this package delivers devastating, predictable accuracy.

Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: Remington Arms Company (Ilion, New York)

• Model: 788

• Caliber: .308 Winchester

• Action: Bolt-Action (Rear-locking 9-lug bolt, short 60-degree bolt lift)

• Capacity: 3 Rounds (Detachable single-stack steel box magazine)

• Barrel Length: 22 inches

• Optic: Quigley-Ford 4-12x Long Range Scope (Custom reticle tailored for .308 Win trajectory).

• Furniture: Classic walnut-finished hardwood pistol-grip stock.

• Safety: Two-position manual thumb safety.

• Finish: Factory standard commercial blue.

Condition Report

This Model 788 is a classic, working-class vintage rifle that has been well cared for, presenting in great mechanical and cosmetic condition for its age.

• Finish: Retains approximately 90% of its original factory bluing. There is some expected thinning on the bolt handle knob, the bottom metal, and light edge wear around the muzzle. The receiver and barrel are clean with no rust or deep pitting.

• Bore: Excellent. The bore is bright and reflective with strong, sharp rifling from chamber to crown.

• Wood: The hardwood stock is solid and structurally sound. It shows standard handling marks, light field impressions, and a few minor scuffs near the buttplate, typical of a hunted vintage rifle. There are no structural cracks or splits.

• Mechanics: The action is flawless. The 9-lug bolt glides smoothly, and the 60-degree throw allows for incredibly fast follow-up shots with plenty of scope clearance. The factory trigger is exceptionally crisp with a clean, light break. The magazine locks in securely and feeds reliably.

• Optic: The Quigley-Ford scope is in superb condition. The lenses are pristine, offering excellent light transmission and edge-to-edge clarity. The turrets track perfectly, and the magnification dial turns smoothly without grit.

Included Accessories

• Optic Setup: Includes the mounted Quigley-Ford 4-12x variable optic, robust steel scope rings, and a solid Weaver-style one-piece base.

• Magazine: Comes with one (1) highly sought-after, factory-original Remington 788 detachable 3-round steel magazine.

• Sling Hardware: Equipped with standard sling swivel studs, ready for the hunting sling of your choice.