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I have a 700 SPS that I am having an issue with that is out of my league. Basically, I think the neck of the chamber is too short or too tight, it takes extreme force to put the rifle in battery. I have emailed Remington customer service and am waiting reply. In the mean time I was just wondering if anyone on here has dealt with Remington warranty or customer services? What should I expect, what is the timeline, etc. Thanks in advance~ Matt

you should get a reply within 48 hours. What caliber is it chambered in? I assume it is only doing this when you attempt to chamber a round, am I correct? Did you check to ensure the scope base screws do not interfere with the bolt? Also, is there any wear on the bolt?

Edit to add: Keep in mind they may be closed today in honor of the 4th, or their spam filter may have eaten your email.

I'm just curious... have you ever attempted to gauge the chamber/throat, and are you certain that the overal cartridge length is correct for the cartridge that you are trying to chamber? Nothing implied. Just curious.

I own a Remington 700 VSF, and it has been a wonderful rifle, but I suppose it's possible that once in a while they let one that is out of spec get out the door.

This is my 6th 700 rifle and the others are all flawless performers. It is a SPS Tactical in .223. It only occurs when a round is chambered, when empty the action is smooth as it should be. I have tried with various cartidges from 55-77gr. and it is always just as tough to close the bolt. I have not tried to chamber a round without the scope mounted. I had it mounted by a gunsmith when I purchased the rifle and he checked it out when I found the problem and said the throat appear to be too short/narrow, whatever the term is. So far they have responded to my email by setting up an account for my query and I am awaiting reply.