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Savage Arms Introduces Model 10 GRS

April 20, 2017 by rackcamp Leave a Comment

From Savage Arms:

SUFFIELD, Connecticut – April 19, 2017 – Savage Arms is pleased to offer serious long-range shooters a new secret weapon with the Savage Model 10 GRS. The rifle delivers exceptional accuracy and performance whether you’re engaged in top-level competition or simply trying to beat your personal best. Shipments of these firearms are currently being delivered to dealers.

The Model 10 GRS houses the full suite of accuracy-enhancing Savage features firmly within a GRS stock made of 15 percent fiberglass-reinforced Durethan, with 65 percent glass bedding material.

The rock-stable stock’s slimmed down dimensions and textured surfaces provide a better grip in wet conditions, while its length-of-pull can be adjusted to fit any shooter. Plus, its Savage action, precise button rifling, fluted heavy barrel and user-adjustable AccuTrigger deliver the accuracy of custom rifles at a fraction of the price.

Features & Benefits
• GRS adjustable stock made of 15 percent fiberglass-reinforced Durethan
• User-adjustable Savage AccuTrigger
• Slim grip and fore-end with textured rubber grip surfaces
• Adjustable length-of-pull from 33.5 to 36.5 cm
• 5/8-24 threaded muzzle
• Fluted heavy barrel
• 10-round AICS-compatible magazine
• Flush cup sling loops included and sling mount for bipod use installed

Part No. / Description / MSRP
22596 / 6.5 Creedmoor, 24-inch barrel / $1,449
22599 / 308 Win., 20-inch barrel / $1,449

Savage Arms is a brand of Vista Outdoor Inc., an outdoor sports and recreation company. To learn more about Savage Arms, visit www.savagearms.com.

About Vista Outdoor Inc.
Vista Outdoor is a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of consumer products in the growing outdoor sports and recreation markets. The company operates in two segments, Shooting Sports and Outdoor Products, and has a portfolio of well-recognized brands that provides consumers with a wide range of performance-driven, high-quality and innovative products for individual outdoor recreational pursuits. Vista Outdoor products are sold at leading retailers and distributors across North America and worldwide. Vista Outdoor is headquartered in Utah and has manufacturing operations and facilities in 13 U.S. States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico along with international customer service, sales and sourcing operations in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe and New Zealand. For news and information visit www.vistaoutdoor.com or follow us on Twitter @VistaOutdoorInc and Facebook at www.facebook.com/vistaoutdoor.

Filed Under: Antelope, Caribou, Deer, Elk, Gear, Moose, Rifle Hunting, Sheep, Uncategorized Tagged With: rifle, Savage

Winchester Repeating Arms Offers New Model 1866 Short Rifle

April 13, 2017 by rackcamp Leave a Comment

From Winchester:

The Model 1866 lever-action was the very first rifle to wear the Winchester^® brand. Its bright brass receiver was the basis for the nickname of “Yellow Boy.” For 2017 the legendary Model 1866 rifle is now available from Winchester^® Repeating Arms in a Grade I Short Rifle. This makes the “Yellow Boy” experience readily affordable for cowboy action competitors, hunters, casual shooters and everyone who enjoys spending a day at the range with a genuine Winchester lever-action classic.

The receiver, crescent buttplate and forearm cap are crafted from solid brass with a full bright polish finish. The stock and forearm are Grade I American black walnut with a satin oil finish. The folding ladder rear sight and Marble Arms^® gold bead front sight get you on target quickly. A full-length magazine tube, open top ejection port and blued steel loading gate and action screws are also featured. Barrel length is 20” and the average weight is 7¼ lbs. It is available in 44-40 Win. and 38 Special calibers at a suggested retail price of $1,299.99.

Features:

Grade I American black walnut straight grip stock
Classic rifle-style forearm
Full bright polish brass surfaces
Brass crescent buttplate
Folding ladder rear sight with Marble Arms^® gold bead front sight
Open top ejection port
Full-length tube magazine
Blued steel loading gate
Blued steel action screws

For more information on Winchester Firearms, please visit www.winchesterguns.com.

Filed Under: Gear, Rifle Hunting, Uncategorized Tagged With: rifle, Winchester

Savage Arms Adds 6.5 Creedmoor into Its AXIS and AXIS II Lineups

October 14, 2016 by rackcamp Leave a Comment

From Savage:

SUFFIELD, Connecticut – October 10, 2016 – Savage Arms is pleased to announce its extension of 6.5 Creedmoor in nine existing rifle models, including several entry-level offerings priced less than $500. Shipments of these firearms are currently being delivered to dealers.

Since its introduction, the 6.5 Creedmoor has become one of the most popular hunting cartridges on the market. Savage Arms has added nine new rifles chambered for the hot, flat-shooting cartridge. They include the new 16 Lightweight Hunter, AXIS, AXIS LH, AXIS XP AXIS XP Camo, AXIS XP Stainless, AXIS II XP, AXIS II XP Stainless and AXIS II XP Hardwood.

Features & Benefits
• Chambered for the popular 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge
• Flat trajectory and high velocity from a short-action cartridge
• Less felt recoil
• Available in several of Savage Arms’ most popular big game rifle platforms, including the new 16 Lightweight Hunter, AXIS II XP Stainless and AXIS II XP Hardwood

Part No. / Description / MSRP
22670 / 16 Lightweight Hunter, 6.5 Creedmoor / $752
22671 / AXIS, 6.5 Creedmoor / $368
22672 / AXIS LH, 6.5 Creedmoor / $368
22673 / AXIS XP, 6.5 Creedmoor / $407
22674 / AXIS XP Camo, 6.5 Creedmoor / $485
22675 / AXIS XP Stainless, 6.5 Creedmoor / $507
22676 / AXIS II XP, 6.5 Creedmoor / $485
22677 / AXIS II XP Stainless, 6.5 Creedmoor / $580
22678 / AXIS II XP Hardwood, 6.5 Creedmoor / $506

Savage Arms is a brand of Vista Outdoor Inc., an outdoor sports and recreation company. To learn more about Savage Arms, visit www.savagearms.com.

About Vista Outdoor Inc.
Vista Outdoor is a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of consumer products in the growing outdoor sports and recreation markets. The company operates in two segments, Shooting Sports and Outdoor Products, and has a portfolio of well-recognized brands that provides consumers with a wide range of performance-driven, high-quality and innovative products for individual outdoor recreational pursuits. Vista Outdoor products are sold at leading retailers and distributors across North America and worldwide. Vista Outdoor is headquartered in Utah and has manufacturing operations and facilities in 13 U.S. States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico along with international customer service, sales and sourcing operations in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe and New Zealand. For news and information visitwww.vistaoutdoor.com or follow us on Twitter @VistaOutdoorInc and Facebook atwww.facebook.com/vistaoutdoor.

Filed Under: Gear, Rifle Hunting Tagged With: rifle, Savage

Browning Upgrades Popular BAR Rifle Line

October 12, 2016 by rackcamp Leave a Comment

From Browning:

Browning will introduce a new updated BAR autoloading rifle for 2016 called the BAR MK 3. In addition to legendary reliability and accuracy, the new model features a new receiver profile and engraving, as well as a new stock and forearm design.

The lightweight alloy receiver has a satin nickel finish with high-relief engraving and is drilled and tapped for scope mounts. The stock and forearm are Grade II walnut with cut checkering and an oil finish.

The new BAR MK 3 will be offered in 243 Win., 7mm-08 Rem., 308 Win., 270 Win., and 30-06 Sprg. with 22’ barrel length; 270 WSM and 300 WSM with 23” barrel length; and 7mm Rem. Mag. and 300 Win. Mag. with 26” barrel length. Weight is 7 lbs. 2 oz. – 7 lbs. 11 oz.

Suggested Retail, $1,239.99 – $1,339.99.

For more information on Browning products, please visit the website at www.browning.com.

Filed Under: Gear, Rifle Hunting Tagged With: Browning, rifle

Savage Arms Offers Several Rifle Configurations in the Popular 338 Federal Caliber

October 11, 2016 by rackcamp Leave a Comment

From Savage Arms:

SUFFIELD, Conn. – September 30, 2016 – Since its introduction in 2006, the 338 Federal has established itself has an extremely versatile, high-performance big game cartridge. These qualities have inspired Savage Arms to chamber six of its most popular big game rifles in the caliber. They include the 11 Long Range Hunter, 11 Hog Hunter, 16 FCSS, 16 Bear Hunter, 11 Trophy Hunter XP and 16 Trophy Hunter XP. These firearm options are currently shipping to dealers.

Built on the .308 case and “necked-up” to hold a .338 diameter bullet, this load offers hunters a faster muzzle velocity than the 308 Win. but with a heavier bullet. As a result, the short-action cartridge provides magnum energy for devastating performance on game, without magnum recoil.

Features & Benefits
• Short-action 338 Federal chambering
• Higher muzzle velocity than the 308 Win. with a .338 diameter bullet
• Devastating terminal performance with less felt recoil than typical magnum calibers
• Available in six of Savage Arms’ most popular big game rifle platforms

Part No. / Description / MSRP
22450 / 11 Long Range Hunter, 338 Federal / $1,104
22455 / 11 Hog Hunter, 338 Federal / $560
22453 / 16 FCSS, 338 Federal / $885
22454 / 16 Bear Hunter, 338 Federal / $1,035
22451 / 11 Trophy Hunter XP, 338 Federal / $612
22452 / 16 Trophy Hunter XP, 338 Federal / $740

Savage Arms is a brand of Vista Outdoor Inc., an outdoor sports and recreation company. To learn more about Savage Arms, visit www.savagearms.com.

About Vista Outdoor Inc.
Vista Outdoor is a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of consumer products in the growing outdoor sports and recreation markets. The company operates in two segments, Shooting Sports and Outdoor Products, and has a portfolio of well-recognized brands that provides consumers with a wide range of performance-driven, high-quality and innovative products for individual outdoor recreational pursuits. Vista Outdoor products are sold at leading retailers and distributors across North America and worldwide. Vista Outdoor is headquartered in Utah and has manufacturing operations and facilities in 13 U.S. States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico along with international customer service, sales and sourcing operations in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe and New Zealand. For news and information visitwww.vistaoutdoor.com or follow us on Twitter @VistaOutdoorInc and Facebook atwww.facebook.com/vistaoutdoor.

Filed Under: Gear, Rifle Hunting Tagged With: rifle, Savage

Savage Arms Offers its AXIS II in Stainless and Hardwood Options

October 4, 2016 by rackcamp Leave a Comment

From Savage:

SUFFIELD, Conn. – September 29, 2016 – The AXIS II package rifle is the perfect way for shooters to go from the store to the field, with everything you need at an affordable price. Savage Arms has added to the series with new stainless barrel and hardwood stock options. Caliber options include the popular 6.5 Creedmoor. These options are currently shipping to dealers.

The AXIS II is built on the best-selling AXIS rifle platform with several significant performance-enhancing features. It sports the legendary adjustable AccuTrigger system for optimized accuracy and allows customization to your individual preference and shooting style. The addition of the premium quality, mounted and boresighted Weaver KASPA 3-9x40mm riflescope allows you to confidently hunt in all conditions.

Features & Benefits
• Sleek, modern design
• Includes Weaver KASPA 3-9x40mm scope
• Silky-smooth bolt action and button rifled barrel
• Four-round detachable box magazine
• Adjustable Savage AccuTrigger
• Black synthetic stock with stainless steel barrel
• Hardwood stock with blued barrel

Part No. / Description / MSRP
22541 / AXIS II XP Stainless / 223 Rem. / $580.00
22542 / AXIS II XP Stainless / 22-250 Rem. / $580.00
22543 / AXIS II XP Stainless / 243 Win. / $580.00
22677 / AXIS II XP Stainless / 6.5 Creedmoor / $580.00
22544 / AXIS II XP Stainless / 7mm-08 Rem. / $580.00
22545 / AXIS II XP Stainless / 308 Win. / $580.00
22546 / AXIS II XP Stainless / 25-06 Rem. / $580.00
22547 / AXIS II XP Stainless / 270 Win. / $580.00
22548 / AXIS II XP Stainless / 30-06 Spfld. / $580.00
22549 / AXIS II XP Hardwood / 223 Rem. / $506.00
22550 / AXIS II XP Hardwood / 22-250 Rem. / $506.00
22551 / AXIS II XP Hardwood / 243 Win. / $506.00
22678 / AXIS II XP Hardwood / 6.5 Creedmoor / $506.00
22552 / AXIS II XP Hardwood / 7mm-08 Rem. / $506.00
22553 / AXIS II XP Hardwood / 308 Win. / $506.00
22554 / AXIS II XP Hardwood / 25-06 Rem. / $506.00
22555 / AXIS II XP Hardwood / 270 Win. / $506.00
22556 / AXIS II XP Hardwood / 30-06 Spfld. / $506.00

Savage Arms is a brand of Vista Outdoor Inc., an outdoor sports and recreation company. To learn more about Savage Arms, visit www.savagearms.com.

About Vista Outdoor Inc.
Vista Outdoor is a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of consumer products in the growing outdoor sports and recreation markets. The company operates in two segments, Shooting Sports and Outdoor Products, and has a portfolio of well-recognized brands that provides consumers with a wide range of performance-driven, high-quality and innovative products for individual outdoor recreational pursuits. Vista Outdoor products are sold at leading retailers and distributors across North America and worldwide. Vista Outdoor is headquartered in Utah and has manufacturing operations and facilities in 13 U.S. States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico along with international customer service, sales and sourcing operations in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe and New Zealand. For news and information visitwww.vistaoutdoor.com or follow us on Twitter @VistaOutdoorInc and Facebook atwww.facebook.com/vistaoutdoor.

Filed Under: Caribou, Deer, Elk, Gear, Rifle Hunting Tagged With: rifle, Savage

New XPR Hunter Added to Winchester® Repeating Arms Rifle Line

September 26, 2016 by rackcamp Leave a Comment

From Winchester:

A new addition in the Winchester^® Repeating Arms rifle line-up for 2016 is the XPR Hunter. The new rifle will feature a polymer stock in Mossy Oak^® Break-Up Country^® camo and textured panels for a firm grip in any weather condition.

Other features found on Winchester^® Repeating Arms’ newest bolt-action design include the M.O.A. Trigger System with zero take-up, zero creep and zero overtravel to help deliver outstanding accuracy. The barrel, bolt and other metal surfaces have matte blued metal surfaces to minimize glare. A steel recoil lug is inletted into the stock to prevent the receiver from flexing under recoil for more reliable accuracy.

A two-position thumb safety and cocking indicator show the XPR rifle’s status at a glance. The rifle also has a bolt release button that allows the rifle to be unloaded with the thumb safety in the on-safe position.

The new XPR Hunter will be offered in all popular calibers from 243 Win to 338 Win Mag. Barrel length for short action calibers is 22”, short magnum and standard long action calibers is 24”, and long action magnum calibers is 26”. Average weight is 6 ¾ – 7 ¼ lbs.

Suggested Retail is $599.99.

Product Specifications: