Remington 750 Woodsmaster Review
The Remington 750 is a semi-automatic rifle that succeeded the Remington 740, Remington 742, and Remington 7400 models. Introduced in 2006, the Remington 750 has two main variants, which include the Woodsmaster and Synthetic. While the Woodsmaster entered the market in 2006, Remington introduced the Synthetic in 2007.
Both these models are similar in design since all feature an improved gas-operated action so that you won’t feel the recoil until the shot leaves the barrel. However, while the Synthetic model features a synthetic stock and fore-end, the Woodsmaster has a walnut stock and fore-end. You can also mount the Woodsmaster on a sling using a swivel stud.
The Remington 750 Woodsmaster
It’s rare for the design of semi-automatic rifles to remain unchanged for a very long time. However, the Remington 750 Woodsmaster represents the first major change in the design of the Remington line of hunting rifles since the Model 7400.
The Woodsmaster is a hammerless, solid breech rifle that comes with the .25, .30, .32, and .35 Remington cartridges. It has a barrel that measures 22-inches long and protected from recoil by a rigid metal jacket.
Featuring a straight grip design, the Woodsmaster holds four rounds of ammunition in its detachable box magazine. Depending on the shooter’s preferences, they can load it singly or buy a full clip.
The Woodsmaster features a more traditional walnut stock and fore-end. Coming in five different grades, this Remington rifle model is suitable even to the choosy sportsman. This gas-operated semi-automatic rifle weighs 7.25-lbs and 7.5-lbs and comes with an adjustable rear, drilled, and ramp front sights.
New Features
The Remington 750 Woodsmaster is one of the best-looking hunting rifles ever made. Compared to previous models such as the 740, 742, and 7400, this gun features an updated buttstock to meet modern standards. The gun also comes with a lower monte-carlo comb that helps improve the eye-to-scope contact when you’re mounting the rifle.
The gun also features a custom black pistol grip cap to improve the shooter’s hold of the gun. The new forearm also features a semi-beavertail design. There are two finger grooves on either side of this rifle so you’ll find the forward taper of the Woodsmaster’s stock on the left hand once you’re ready to go out hunting.
Moreover, the Woodsmaster has enough checkering on the forearm and pistol grip giving it a more customized look. Instead of points, this Remington 750 model blends the old point pattern with the modern curves around every corner.
The modern accent checkering covers both the bottom and sides of the walnut forearm, making the gun even more comfortable to use with winter gloves on.
A Touch of Class
The Woodsmaster features a laser-engraved flying “R” to represent the manufacturer. You’ll find this engraving close to the upper quadrant of the modern curves. The forearm and buttstock of this hunting rifle feature a satin-sealed stylish walnut tone with a urethane finish.
The Remington 750 also maintains a similar profile to the 740,742, and 7400 models. The receiver gives the shooter a clear sighting plane if he chooses iron sights over optical sights.
The rifle features polished receivers that give the gun a smooth and deep blue finish. There’s a lot of engraving space of up to 15-square inches on either side of this rifle. This allows you to further customize the gun to your liking.
How It Works
While the Woodsmaster may have a very stylish look on the outside, it’s what’s on the inside that matters the most, particularly for a semi-automatic like it.
Compared to previous Remington models, the Model 750 features an improved and redesigned interior that boosts the gun’s performance and accuracy. To prevent potential fouling, the designers moved the orifice 0.75-inches rearward.
This design also increases the reliability of feeding shots and enhancing the bolt velocity. The Model 750 also features a different barrel extension design that also improves the feeding reliability. The gun’s interior has a rotary-bolt design that’s reliable and works alongside the gas operation to make the gun very reliable when shooting.
Safety
One of the strongest features of the Model 750 is the trigger pull, which only breaks at 7-pounds. To improve the gun’s safety, there’s a cross-button installed behind the trigger guard. This locks the trigger when you push it to the right, and unlocks it when you push it to the left so you can fire your rifle.
The magazine is also detachable and holds four shots. You can also interchange this magazine with that of the Model 7400. The magazine features a bolt release on the left and a push forward drop that unlocks the bolt to release a round from the magazine.
Your hand and fingers will be safe from the forward motion of the bolt. The gun also comes with spare magazines.
Range Time
The Model 750 has a 22-inch standard and an 18.5-inch carbine-based rifle. The 22-inch rifle chambers the .243, .308, and .270 Winchesters, and the .30-06 Springfield. The 18-inch carbine rifle chambers the .308 Winchester and .30-06 Springfield. These produce an excellent result when using it to hunt prey like deer.
The Woodsmaster has a recoil that's more than that of the Browning BAR and less than that of the Benelli. The semi-auto gun is similar to other guns as it shoots minute angle groups.
This gun is more than enough to hunt medium to large game such as deer using the .30-caliber cartridges or heavier bullets. The .243 Winchester will be more suitable for shooting smaller game such as coyotes.
Verdict
The Woodsmaster is a semi-automatic rifle that improves the shooter’s precision when hunting. It comes with an elegant finish and unquestionable reliability regardless of the outdoor conditions.
The gun also has safety features that you won’t get any injury from the gun’s recoil. Moreover, there’s a range of cartridges that you can use with the Woodsmaster. If you’re looking for a gun that’s suitable for hunting both small and large game, then the Remington 750 Woodsmaster is the ideal gun for you.
