devildog9999 Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Ugh.... I cannot believe that Remington put their name on this. I have a "ticket" opened with them, and waiting to hear what they say. Less than 2 boxes of ammo through this one, already had issues with the scope on the 1st support ticket and now this. http://boatingwny.co...wnloads/770.mp4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bballhunter11 Posted October 13, 2012 Share Posted October 13, 2012 So curious why did you choose the base line 770 over the 700? Had a similar problem with a Marlin (remington) i bought this summer, 700 dollar gun and it wouldnt feed out of the magazine come to find out the forearm was cracked and took 2 months to get it replaced. The problem with introductory guns is they are just that, put out as fast as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devildog9999 Posted October 13, 2012 Author Share Posted October 13, 2012 This was bought for my son. No way I was going to buy him a 700 for his 1st gun, especially because he has a knack for starting something and getting bored with it after a while. Still have not heard back from Remington either... very disappointing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ants Posted October 13, 2012 Share Posted October 13, 2012 Can't tell from the photo. whats wrong with it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devildog9999 Posted October 14, 2012 Author Share Posted October 14, 2012 Sorry about that - some people seem to have trouble opening the video. Here is a youtube version: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ants Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 Wow ! Im sorry I even watched that because for the most part I really like Remington. I checked out the 770 a while back and it didn't seem to be put together as well as the 700. They have to make good on this. Let them know hunting season is nearing and if you can't hunt because of their bad product, you'll pissed. Maybe they will speed things up for you. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bballhunter11 Posted October 14, 2012 Share Posted October 14, 2012 How did you try to contact them? If i was you i would call them and ask if there are any authorized warranty shops near you vs sending it back to Ilion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devildog9999 Posted October 14, 2012 Author Share Posted October 14, 2012 I called the number on the webpage and opened a case. Sent them the video as well via the web link. They gave me a ticket number and said that someone would be in touch with me within 2 business days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devildog9999 Posted October 19, 2012 Author Share Posted October 19, 2012 (edited) Well, I have to admit - Remington did come through and did the right thing. They offered a full refund on the weapon, and even picked up the shipping charges. Took a bit of doing, but once I got to a manager and he looked at the video, he made the offer to replace or allow the return. I elected to get the refund, and will be leaving shortly to pick up another new 700 model. No more messing around with the 770's. Edited October 19, 2012 by devildog9999 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ants Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Good deal...Im sure you will be happy with the 700. Sometimes saving a few bucks just ends up being a big pain in the a$$. Good luck with that new Remmy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StripedBuck Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Glad to hear...Way to go Remington!...Best of luck breaking-in that new Model 700 this Big game season Devildog9999 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devildog9999 Posted October 20, 2012 Author Share Posted October 20, 2012 Ohhhh Mama... I picked up the 700 SPS, a Nikon scope in the usual 3-9X40 BDC, rings, and mounts. I am scared to death to tell the wife what I spent. Out the door, I am just a bit under a grand. :-) The differences in quality are enormous. Why Remington ever put their name on the 770 - no one knows. This 700 SPS is a thing of beauty. This 700 IS Remington. The Hogue grips, the stock, the bolt - just everything is great. Shooting commences tomorrow morning at the range. Cannot wait to get it zeroed in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ants Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 Yeah quality is way better on the 700. I think Remington wanted to come out with a lower priced gun to compete with Savage,Mossberg and Marlin. They all offer scoped combo packages for under $400. But they dropped the ball with the 770. The ones I checked out had a real gritty stiff actions and they just seemed cheap. My old 700 is smooth as silk. Have fun at the range. I bet it shoots great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devildog9999 Posted October 20, 2012 Author Share Posted October 20, 2012 Got rained out today.... Well, at least got the scope mounted and the bi-pod installed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ants Posted October 20, 2012 Share Posted October 20, 2012 What cal. is it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devildog9999 Posted October 20, 2012 Author Share Posted October 20, 2012 This one is also .308 Win Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfdeputy2 Posted October 23, 2012 Share Posted October 23, 2012 you should look at the Ruger American made right in their Newport NH plant I have seen them here for sale new in the low $300 range I have one in the .308 for my daughter & it shoots VERY well for a low priced rifle. surprisingly low recoil for such a light gun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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