azsixshooter
New member
I have an opportunity to buy a 788 in .222 Remington and I was wondering if I could get some opinions on this rifle from anyone who has experience with this model. The asking price is $450, I have been told that is plenty IF the bolt is tight and the bore is shiny and clean and the crown looks good.
Just wondering if anyone here would offer any reason not to buy this model or any reason why I might want to run in and stick my money in his hand immediately. I have read that the 788 is an "economy" rifle, but I have no idea if it is junk, middle of the road or a great buy if you can find one.
Thanks for any thoughts about this one. I handload and I'm really excited to get my first .222 Rem, if the rifle happens to not shoot I don't mind putting some work into it or having work done on it. I just don't want to buy anything that has any fundamental flaws that can't be overcome.
Just wondering if anyone here would offer any reason not to buy this model or any reason why I might want to run in and stick my money in his hand immediately. I have read that the 788 is an "economy" rifle, but I have no idea if it is junk, middle of the road or a great buy if you can find one.
Thanks for any thoughts about this one. I handload and I'm really excited to get my first .222 Rem, if the rifle happens to not shoot I don't mind putting some work into it or having work done on it. I just don't want to buy anything that has any fundamental flaws that can't be overcome.