Classic wood-stock bolt-action .22 LR trainer rifle

Remington Model 513-T Matchmaster .- 22 LR Target Rifle

Serial Number 120085 – April 1953 Production

Classic American smallbore target rifle in solid, original configuration. This is a genuine civilian Remington 513-T Matchmaster, the company’s mid-priced match rifle that sat just below the higher-end Model 37 Rangemaster. Produced from 1940–1968, the 513-T was a staple of club, junior, and competitive smallbore shooting for decades.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Remington Arms Co., Ilion, N.Y.

• Model: 513-T Matchmaster

• Caliber: .22 Long Rifle

• Action: Bolt action with detachable box magazine

• Barrel: Heavy 27-inch target contour, semi-floating, with recessed crown

• Sights: Original-style Redfield receiver aperture (peep) rear sight and Redfield globe front sight

• Stock: American walnut target stock with wide beavertail forend, pistol grip, rising comb, and sling swivels (1¼")

• Finish: Blued barrel and receiver

• Date of Manufacture: April 1953

• Serial Number: 120085

Features & Details

The rifle retains its factory Redfield target sights, heavy barrel, and classic walnut target stock. The bolt features dual extractors and the patented Matchmaster adjustable-stop trigger.

These rifles are known for excellent inherent accuracy. Period testing showed roughly 1–1½-inch groups at 100 yards out of the box; many still shoot very well with modern match ammunition when the bore is clean and the action is properly adjusted. Weight is approximately 9 pounds empty; overall length is about 45 inches.

ConditionThe rifle shows honest use consistent with a 70+ year-old target rifle that has been cared for. Wood has a nice warm tone with typical light handling marks. Metal finish is original blue with normal wear for the age. Sights are the correct Redfield pattern and appear functional.