1966 Remington Model 742 Woodsmaster 150th Anniversary Edition .30-06 Springfield Rifle

The Autoloading Deer King: A Milestone Commemorative 

The Remington Model 742 Woodsmaster, bearing serial 230769, is an evocative piece of American sporting history. Introduced in 1960 to replace the aging Model 740, the gas-operated, semi-automatic 742 dominated the mid-century North American big game market. This specific rifle was manufactured precisely in 1966 to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Eliphalet Remington’s founding of the company in 1816. To mark the milestone, Remington produced a limited run of these embellished .30-30 and .30-06 rifles, highlighting them with a striking, roll-engraved gold-filled commemorative medallion on the left side of the receiver. Utilizing a robust, multi-lug rotary bolt design that locked directly into the barrel extension, the Woodsmaster delivered rapid, low-recoil follow-up shots that made it the absolute premier choice for generations of whitetail and Northwoods hunters.

Condition and Action Highlights

Action: Gas-operated semi-automatic system utilizing a detachable 4-round box magazine. The action cycles cleanly with positive mechanical engagement and lockup.

Receiver Artwork: The left side of the receiver features the distinctive, beautifully intact 1816–1966 Remington 150th Anniversary gold-enhanced script logo, standing out dramatically against the polished metal.

Condition: Very Good condition. The rich factory blued finish on the receiver and the 22-inch barrel remains deeply dark and uniform. The weapon shows minor handling characteristics typical of a preserved field rifle, including light, superficial scuffs on the stock and forearm, along with trace wear on the high edges of the metalwork.

Optics Configuration: Premium-equipped with a vintage, period-correct Leupold Vari-X II 3-9x40mm rifle scope mounted securely on a low-profile base. This legendary optical system is celebrated for its outstanding light transmission, durability, and classic American profile.

Furniture & Accessories: Fitted with factory-checkered American walnut furniture featuring a pistol grip stock. Includes a high-end, custom embroidered leather sling that complements the rifle's vintage aesthetic.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: Remington Arms Co. (Ilion, NY)

Model: Model 742 Woodsmaster (150th Year Anniversary Edition)

Year of Manufacture: 1966

Serial Number: 230769

Caliber: .30-06 Springfield

Capacity: 4+1 Rounds (Detachable Box Magazine)

Barrel Length: 22 Inches