Lightweight Hunting Machine in .22-500

Blaser Group just announced the release of its latest rifle introductions. The Blaser R8 Ultimate Carbon bolt-action line adds a thumbhole stock with hand-laid carbon-fiber, delivering a lightweight platform to take afield.

The R8 Ultimate Carbon stock features vibration and recoil reduction technology and high tortional strength, according to Blaser.

Blaser Group adds to its top-performing carbon series with the introduction of the new Blaser R8 Ultimate Carbon bolt-action rifle. The modular straight-pull R8 includes elastomer grip inserts, while the R8 Ultimate Carbon Leather features dark brown weather-proof leather on the grip, forearm and cheek piece. Each rifle comes with the Blaser Precision trigger and manual cocking system. Optional upgrades include an adjustable comb and a recoil absorption system or adjustable recoil pad.

“The ruggedness, accuracy and ergonomics of this newest rifle in our top-performing carbon series make it an ideal choice for tough hunts in mountainous terrain or the backcountry when every ounce counts,” said Jason Evans, CEO, Blaser Group.

Available in numerous calibers from .22 LR to .500 Jeffery, including 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.5 PRC. Retail pricers start at $10,540. For more info, please visit blaser.de/en/.

R8 Ultimate Carbon Features

• Reduced stock weight resulting from carbon lightweight construction
• Extremely effective dampening and vibration reduction technology
• High torsional strength
• No material fatigue
• Individual configuration through R8 modular system

Blaser R8 Ultimate Carbon Models

• R8 Ultimate Carbon: with Recoil Damfening System, threaded barrel, elastomer grip inserts,
  Blaser 2.8-20x50iC Scope and mount
• R8 Ultimate Carbon Silence: with Integrated Silencer, elastomer grip inlays, 2.8-20×50 iC Scope and mount
• R8 Ultimate Carbon Leather: with impregnated leather inlays, threaded barrel, adjustable comb, adjustable butt pad, 2.8-20x50iC Scope and mount
• R8 Ultimate Carbon Silence Leather: with Integrated Silencer, impregnated leather inlays, 2.8-20x50iC scope and mount

Editor’s Note:

Starting at more than $10,000, this rifle clearly isn’t for everyone. But if you’re looking for the top end in execution and performance, with that Blaser styling and name, the new R8 Ultimate Carbon rifles certainly build around the components and build choices that elevate beyond the average rifle.

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