Dakota 76 7mm-08 Remington, early short action serial K0097, 21-inch, 7.2 pounds, banded, checkered, synthetic, great bore, over 90 percent

Dakota 76 7mm-08 Remington. An early “Kurz” (short) action and likely a special order or show rifle, serial K0097 has a 21-inch light sporter barrel (.585-inch muzzle diameter, partially banded front sight with silver-beaded blade, island rear sight with adjustable folding blade). Features include a full-length claw extractor, three position safety, checkered bolt knob (twin bordered teardrop panels), integrated bolt release and a steel floorplate assembly (inside-the-bow release). Talley bases are attached. Metal finish appears to be a true rust blue. STOCK: The premium synthetic stock has a brown pebble finish, cheek rest, sling swivel studs and a Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad. The action is bedded. No box, papers or additional accessories. DIMENSIONS: Weight is 7.2 pounds and the length-of-pull is 13.35 inches. CONDITION: The bore is strong and bright. Trigger pull is crisp.  Metal finish is at least 90 percent with instances of thinning/spotting. Stock finish is approximately 98 percent with but minor suggestions of use. The price is firm and layaway is available. $4,750 plus shipping.