The Talley steel scope base for Remington 700 in the standard size is made for Remington 700, 721, 722, 725 and 40X actions (Talley part no. 252700). It is machined entirely from solid bar stock steel in America and finished in blued steel. The double recoil shoulder design holds the scope with rigidity under severe recoil. This base system is required with either Talley quick-detachable or fixed rings, so it forms the foundation of a classic scope mount. It is offered for both short and long action Remington rifles with the ring spacing listed below.

Key Specifications

• The base fits Remington 700, 721, 722, 725 and 40X actions, in short and long action versions.
• The size is Standard, the base option with no extended front or rear.
• The material is steel machined from solid bar stock, chosen for strength and durability.
• The finish is blued steel, a classic look for a hunting rifle.
• The double recoil shoulder design holds the scope with absolute rigidity under severe recoil.
• On a short action the ring spacing is 4.45 inches outside and 3.25 inches inside.
• On a long action the ring spacing is 5.3 inches outside and 4.1 inches inside.
• Base heights are .175 inch at the front and .293 inch at the rear.
• The set weighs 1.7 ounces, a light addition to the receiver.
• The base requires Talley quick-detachable or fixed rings, which are sold separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it fit both short and long action Remington 700s? Talley’s listing shows the standard base with ring spacing for both short action and long action rifles, so it covers the 700, 721, 722, 725 and 40X receivers.

Which rings go on this base? Talley says the base system is required with either Talley quick-detachable rings or Talley fixed rings.

Is torque a concern? Torque depends on the receiver, so Talley advises checking the rifle maker for allowable torque into the receiver and keeping your torque wrench calibrated.

Buy the Talley Steel Scope Base for Remington 700, Standard, Blued

Few actions have as many scope mount choices as the Remington 700, and a solid steel base is the classic answer. Order it with other scope accessories from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast shipping.