The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is alerting shooters to the recall of two popular models of rifle - one of which a Perth-based shooter describes as "the most prolific bolt-action firearm in the world".

The two rifles of concern are the Remington Model 700 and the Model Seven with X-Mark Pro triggers, manufactured between May 1, 2006 and April 9, 2014 and sold nationally by licensed dealers.

The popular Remington 700 model is one of two being recalled by the ACCC. Credit:Dallas Kilponen

The ACCC understands that more than 21,000 of these rifles have been imported and approximately 4000 are still within the supply chain in Australia.

ACCC deputy chair Delia Rickard said “the ACCC is concerned that around 17,000 rifles in the hands of gun owners across Australia may unintentionally discharge without touching the trigger”.