What Is the Difference Between the Remington BDL & CDL?

The Remington BDL and CDL rifles are two variations of the popular Remington model 700 bolt-action rifle. The function and mechanics of these rifles are identical; the difference lies in the aesthetics.

The Stocks

The BDL features a high-gloss stock made of American walnut with a black cap on the fore-end. The stock is cut in the Monte Carlo style with a raised cheek piece and checkering cut into the hand grip and fore grip. The CDL also is made of American walnut with a satin finish, a black cap on the fore-end and checkering cut into the hand grip and fore grip, however the CDL has a traditional straight stock with no raised cheek piece.

The Sights

The sights on the rifles also differ. The BDL comes standard with open sights, and the CDL is not equipped with sights. Both rifles are predrilled and tapped to accept scope mounts, but on the CDL your only option is to mount a scope.

Magazine Floor Plates

The BDL features a hinged magazine floor plate, allowing you access to the magazine from the bottom. The CDL has no such floor plate. Both rifles are loaded from the top of the action.

References

• Remington: Model 700 CDL
• Remington: Model 700 BDL