Item Name: FS Remington Model 6 / Single Shot .22LR
Location: Roswell, GA
Zip Code: 30075
Item is for: Sale Only
Sale Price: $300
Caliber: 22LR
Willing to Ship: No
Bill of Sale Required?: No
Item Description: Helping a neighbor sell her late husband’s pieces to interested collectors. This is a Remington Model 6 / Single Shot .22LR.
Just in time for your Grandson’s or Granddaughter’s Xmas.
Research:
The Remington Model 6 is a classic single-shot rolling block rifle introduced in 1901 and produced until 1933. It was chambered in .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle, making it a popular choice for youth and small-game hunters.
Here’s a full breakdown of its design, history, and legacy:
🛠️ Design & Features
• Action Type: Rolling block, single-shot
• Calibers: .22 Short, .22 Long, .22 Long Rifle; also .32 Short and .32 Long in rare cases Remington
• Barrel: Typically 20–22 inches, round or octagonal
• Stock: Straight-grip walnut with a crescent steel buttplate
• Sights: Fixed front sight and adjustable rear sight
• Safety: Manual hammer cocking; no separate safety mechanism
• Weight: Around 4.5–5 lbs
📅 Production History
• Years Made: 1901–1933
• Total Produced: Approximately 498,000 units Remington
• Designers: W. Hartley, E. Rivers, E. Beach (Model 6); C.C. Loomis (Improved Model 6)
• Variants:• Model 6 (1901–1903): Original version
• New Model Improved (1903–1929): Slight refinements
• Improved Model 6 (1929–1933): Final iteration.
🔄 Rolling Block Mechanism
• The rolling block design uses a pivoting breechblock and exposed hammer.
• To fire: manually cock the hammer, roll back the breechblock, insert a cartridge, close the block, and fire.
• Known for simplicity, durability, and ease of use.
🎯 Use Cases
• Youth Training: Lightweight and easy to operate
• Small Game Hunting: Ideal for squirrels, rabbits, and plinking
• Collectors: Highly valued for its historical significance and craftsmanship
🧭 Legacy
• The Model 6 helped introduce generations of shooters to rimfire marksmanship.
• Its rolling block action is a descendant of Remington’s 19th-century military rifles, adapted for civilian use chuckhawks.com.
• Though discontinued, it remains a sought-after piece for collectors and vintage firearms enthusiasts.
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Location: Roswell, GA
Zip Code: 30075
Item is for: Sale Only
Sale Price: $300
Caliber: 22LR
Willing to Ship: No
Bill of Sale Required?: No
Item Description: Helping a neighbor sell her late husband’s pieces to interested collectors. This is a Remington Model 6 / Single Shot .22LR.
Just in time for your Grandson’s or Granddaughter’s Xmas.
Research:
The Remington Model 6 is a classic single-shot rolling block rifle introduced in 1901 and produced until 1933. It was chambered in .22 Short, .22 Long, and .22 Long Rifle, making it a popular choice for youth and small-game hunters.
Here’s a full breakdown of its design, history, and legacy:
🛠️ Design & Features
• Action Type: Rolling block, single-shot
• Calibers: .22 Short, .22 Long, .22 Long Rifle; also .32 Short and .32 Long in rare cases Remington
• Barrel: Typically 20–22 inches, round or octagonal
• Stock: Straight-grip walnut with a crescent steel buttplate
• Sights: Fixed front sight and adjustable rear sight
• Safety: Manual hammer cocking; no separate safety mechanism
• Weight: Around 4.5–5 lbs
📅 Production History
• Years Made: 1901–1933
• Total Produced: Approximately 498,000 units Remington
• Designers: W. Hartley, E. Rivers, E. Beach (Model 6); C.C. Loomis (Improved Model 6)
• Variants:• Model 6 (1901–1903): Original version
• New Model Improved (1903–1929): Slight refinements
• Improved Model 6 (1929–1933): Final iteration.
🔄 Rolling Block Mechanism
• The rolling block design uses a pivoting breechblock and exposed hammer.
• To fire: manually cock the hammer, roll back the breechblock, insert a cartridge, close the block, and fire.
• Known for simplicity, durability, and ease of use.
🎯 Use Cases
• Youth Training: Lightweight and easy to operate
• Small Game Hunting: Ideal for squirrels, rabbits, and plinking
• Collectors: Highly valued for its historical significance and craftsmanship
🧭 Legacy
• The Model 6 helped introduce generations of shooters to rimfire marksmanship.
• Its rolling block action is a descendant of Remington’s 19th-century military rifles, adapted for civilian use chuckhawks.com.
• Though discontinued, it remains a sought-after piece for collectors and vintage firearms enthusiasts.
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