You have 40 year old 742 that still works must not have shot it much.
This is true. In fact, not yet. Clearly you know something of the piece.
I knew some of its history, but as it was supposedly from original owner who rarely shot it, and is in 98% condition, I figured I wasn’t risking much to get it.
I’ll still breaking it down to do an ultra clean and lube on it as well as a closer look at the condition of the receiver before I shoot it. It looks very good from what I can see so far.
Rumors are there are many who’ve kept them clean who have had no problem with them.
Did you ever have one? You’ve heard the horror stories, I’m sure. Is the rumor true that Remington actually wanted to recall all of them?