I've been in the market for a rifle since moving to North Carolina a couple of years ago. I've been looking for a multi-purpose rifle for a left-handed shooter. After much searching, I believe I have set my eyes on a rifle. I'll detail my findings and rationale for wanting to make the Blaser R8 my next firearm purchase.
I'm not positive, but it seems as though this German firearm has just started gaining popularity in the US. You can find their products here. Some of the unique features of the R8 are the following:
1) The R8 is one of the fastest shooting bolt-action rifles available. There is no upward lift on the bolt needed, just a straight pull back and a push forward is all you need to cycle another round.
2) The R8 is also a modular system. There are a variety of barrels that can be purchased. Each caliber has a caliber group, meaning you can switch from one caliber to another caliber in the same group by just switching the barrel. If you want to move a caliber in one group to a caliber in a different group then you'll need to purchase a corresponding bolt head. Each of the barrels comes with the correct magazine insert that is needed. This feature allows a hunter to purchase one rifle and use it for multiple species of game, making this the perfect all-around bold-action rifle. For details on the modular system see the information here.
3) The magazine is located in the trigger assembly. Doing this cuts down on the length of the rifle; it's a pretty slick design if you ask me!
4) The R8 saddle mount is a scope mounting system specific to the Blaser line of rifles. This allows the scope to be attached and detached from the rifle very easily, all without any need to zero the scope after removal and attaching of the scope.
5) These rifles are available in left-handed models so this is perfect for left and right-handed shooters!
Now the only thing that has stopped me from purchasing one of these rifles right now is the hefty price tag. From all of the reviews that I have read, the rifle is well wroth the money in every way. You can purchase a R8 Profession Package which include the rifle, case, scope, scope mount, flash light and a hunting knife for about $3600. I believe I'm in love with the rifle so I've started saving to make a purchase!
For a more detailed review check out the RealGuns review.
If anyone has any personal experience with these rifles please post your comments!
-Paul Nicolucci
I'm not positive, but it seems as though this German firearm has just started gaining popularity in the US. You can find their products here. Some of the unique features of the R8 are the following:
1) The R8 is one of the fastest shooting bolt-action rifles available. There is no upward lift on the bolt needed, just a straight pull back and a push forward is all you need to cycle another round.
2) The R8 is also a modular system. There are a variety of barrels that can be purchased. Each caliber has a caliber group, meaning you can switch from one caliber to another caliber in the same group by just switching the barrel. If you want to move a caliber in one group to a caliber in a different group then you'll need to purchase a corresponding bolt head. Each of the barrels comes with the correct magazine insert that is needed. This feature allows a hunter to purchase one rifle and use it for multiple species of game, making this the perfect all-around bold-action rifle. For details on the modular system see the information here.
3) The magazine is located in the trigger assembly. Doing this cuts down on the length of the rifle; it's a pretty slick design if you ask me!
4) The R8 saddle mount is a scope mounting system specific to the Blaser line of rifles. This allows the scope to be attached and detached from the rifle very easily, all without any need to zero the scope after removal and attaching of the scope.
5) These rifles are available in left-handed models so this is perfect for left and right-handed shooters!
Now the only thing that has stopped me from purchasing one of these rifles right now is the hefty price tag. From all of the reviews that I have read, the rifle is well wroth the money in every way. You can purchase a R8 Profession Package which include the rifle, case, scope, scope mount, flash light and a hunting knife for about $3600. I believe I'm in love with the rifle so I've started saving to make a purchase!
For a more detailed review check out the RealGuns review.
If anyone has any personal experience with these rifles please post your comments!
-Paul Nicolucci
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