The Remington Model 700 SPS is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 WIN with a 24-inch carbon steel barrel, matte black synthetic stock, and a two-position safety. At 7.25 lbs it's a reasonable weight for a full-length .308 hunting rifle. The 1:10 twist rate is a standard choice for .308, working well across typical factory ammunition weights. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Remington 
• Model: 700 SPS 
• Caliber: .308 WIN 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Weight: 7.25 lbs 
• Sights: Optic Ready (Drilled & Tapped) 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Twist Rate: 1:10" 
   

Detailed Features 

The carbon steel barrel carries the matte black finish, which holds up reasonably well against weather and handling marks. Drilled and tapped for scope mounts out of the box -- no gunsmith needed to get optics mounted. 
 
The synthetic stock handles rain and humidity better than wood without requiring any special care. The 700 action has a long aftermarket support history, with drop-in triggers, stocks, and chassis systems widely available. 
 
The two-position safety is mounted on the right side of the receiver and blocks the firing pin and sear when engaged. 
 

Usage 

The 700 SPS covers deer hunting and medium-to-large game at practical field distances. The 24-inch barrel extracts good velocity from .308 loads and the action is proven reliable. Hunters who find the factory trigger adequate will have a rifle that works out of the box; those who want a crisper break have plenty of aftermarket drop-in options.

The Model 700 SPS holds a dependable reputation for accuracy in .308 -- shooters regularly get good groups out of the box without any modifications. The .308 caliber draws consistent positive feedback for its versatility across hunting and range use.

The aftermarket support is a genuine selling point. Trigger upgrades, chassis systems, and custom stocks for the 700 action are widely available and well-documented, so buyers know they can build on the platform over time.

The factory trigger is the most common complaint. It's functional but not crisp, and many owners end up replacing it or adjusting it early on. Weight at 7.25 lbs comes up occasionally for hunters who cover long distances on foot -- it's not heavy for a .308, but buyers who want something lighter should look at the Mountain SS variants. Quality control concerns appear in a minority of reports, mostly about production consistency across different runs, so inspecting the rifle carefully before accepting delivery is sensible.