722 IN 223

[bigswede]

My local sporting goods store has a 722 in a 223 on the used rack.  It has been rebarreled by a local, very good smith.  The stock and receiver are in pretty good shape.  I have never owned a 722, only 700's.  They are asking $360 for the rifle.  Is this an OK deal?  Oh, and I don't know what make the new barrel is.  Thanks in advance for any information or insight.

[Wyo. Coyote Hunter]

bigswede, I have had a number of 721's and 722's..Personally, I like them very much...the main draw back at present is the extractor is different from the current 700's...if it breaks, there could be difficulty in getting a new one..and perhaps expensive...that is the ONLY draw back that I know of concerning this rifle...perhaps someone can shed some light on the availability of exractors for these rifles...my pal had an 06 altered with a sako type extractor...except for this, I have no difficult in purchasing one...infact I would like to locate a 721 .300 H & H....

[J'hawker]

I have one chambered for the 300 Savage.  The price might be a little on the high side, but it's not outrageous.  I wouldn't hesitate to buy it at that price if the barrel looks good.

[bigswede]

Thanks for the info guys,  I've been mulling it over and might go down this weekend and see if he'll come down a little on the price.