BROWNING
Browning’s innovative X-Bolt bolt action rifle that was introduced in 2008 will be expanded in 2009 with new models being offered. This ultra-modern bolt action features Browning’s Feather Trigger design, X-Lock scope mounting system, Inflex Technology recoil pad, bolt unlock button and a detachable rotary magazine. The X-Bolt Micro Hunter is trimmed down in size with 20″ or 22″ barrels in popular short action and WSM calibers. Length of pull is 13 5/16″ and weight is only 5 lbs.15 oz. to 6 lbs. 7 oz. depending on caliber.
A new X-Bolt Varmint Stalker will also be added that features medium heavy barrel in 24″ or 26″ lengths depending on caliber. Calibers include 223 Rem., 22-250 Rem., 243 Win. and 308. Win. The composite stock has textured gripping surfaces, a palm swell and Dura-Touch Armor Coating for a sure grip. RMEF (Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation) edition models will also be offered in the Browning X-Bolt in White Gold and Special Hunter models. The X-Bolt RMEF White Gold model features a stainless steel receiver and barrel in matte finish. The checkered stock is select gloss finish walnut with raised cheekpiece, rosewood grip and forearm caps and RMEF logo inset. The RMEF X-Bolt Special Hunter features a low-luster blued finish barrel in 23″ length. The checkered stock is satin finish walnut with raised cheekpiece, rosewood grip cap and RMEF logo insert.
Browning will offer two new models in its popular A-Bolt line of bolt action rifles known for its accuracy and trim, classic lines. The new A-Bolt Target Model features a heavy bull contour barrel with matte blued finish in 28″ length and target crown.
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The satin finish gray laminate wood stock has a target style with wide fore-end and adjustable comb. A special, single-set trigger provides ultra-light trigger pull. The A-Bolt Target Stainless has all the same features offered on the A-Bolt Target model other than a stainless steel receiver and barrel. Both versions will be available in 223 Rem., 308 Win. and 300 WSM calibers. Average weight is 13 lbs. – 13 lbs. 4 oz.
KIMBER
Kimber is now offering a new version of the light weight Model 84M Classic with a stainless steel barreled action. The Model 84M Classic Stainless is chambered in .243 Win., 7mm-08 Rem. and .308 Win. Weighing just over 5.5 pounds, the Model 84M Classic Stainless has standard Kimber features like a match grade barrel, chamber and trigger, 3-position wing safety, pillar and glass bedding, and a stock that is finished and checkered by hand.
The heart of the rifle is the Model 84M action – sized to minimal dimensions for cartridges like the .308 Win. Like all Kimber rifles, it features a full-length Mauser claw extractor for true controlled round feeding and extraction. The Model 84M Classic Stainless has near perfect balance, and the 22-inch light sporter barrel ensures maximum velocity. The elegant A-grade claro walnut stock features a straight comb that transfers recoil to the shoulder, not up and into the cheek bone. The stock shape and 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad dramatically minimizes recoil. The Model 84M Classic Stainless, like all Kimber pistols and rifles, is made in America.
To be continued…
Source: HuntingMag.com
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