Lot 483:
Remington Speedmaster Model 552 Semi-Automatic .22 Caliber Rifle, Post-1957
Sold for: $425
Description
A classic American sporting rifle, the Remington Speedmaster Model 552, manufactured by Remington Arms Co. Inc. of Ilion, N.Y. This rifle is a popular semi-automatic design known for its ability to reliably cycle .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle cartridges interchangeably via its under-barrel tube magazine. The rifle features blued steel metal components paired with a polished wood stock and forend. Markings on the receiver clearly identify the firearm as “Remington® Speedmaster® MODEL 552” and bear the serial number 1698027. Barrel stampings confirm the manufacturer, location, and chambering, along with patent numbers 2,675,638 and 2,751,702, which date the design to the mid-1950s. The rifle is equipped with a fixed front sight and an adjustable rear sight. A black checkered rubber buttplate marked “Remington” is affixed to the buttstock. This model was a staple of the Remington lineup for decades, prized for its versatility as a small game and plinking rifle.
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