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In the second loading position a white dot becomes visible on the thumb wheel. In the first fire position a red dot is visible and the rifle can be discharged as usual. The safety system operates by way of a three stage roller switch positioned at the top of the pistol grip. However it is the safety, extraction of the bolt, and magazine that are perhaps the most unusual components of this rifle. The barrel also comes pre threaded for a sound moderator. A process which has been proven to provide highly accurate results. The barrel itself is duller in finish, contrasting with the action and is cold hammer forged.
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The Mannlicher pro hunter is instantly recognisable by the distinctive twist to the action end of the barrel. Priced competitively at a mid range market, the rifle will appeal to those deer stalkers and hunters less inclined to opt for the slightly more expensive Sako 85, but will offer something a step beyond a typical offerings from Tikka, Browning or Remington. (Left: the Mannlicher has a detachable two position magazine)
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Today 'Steyr Mannlicher' as they are known, are responsible for the production of both sporting and military rifles and one of the more recent models has been the Steyr Mannlicher Pro Hunter rifle, which has proven highly popular.Īlthough undoubtedly an attractive rifle the proportions and build along with the synthetic stock give the pro hunter a slightly more heavy duty military style, as opposed to many of the more traditional European hunting rifles. In more recent times Mannlicher have become the main firearms manufacturer in Steyr, a city which has therefore had a long and historic tradition of weapons manufacturing. In fact after the 30 year war, in the early part of the 17th Century, the city of Steyr became responsible for one of the highest rates of early firearms production in the world. 308 Calibre equipped with North Star Moderator and Zeiss Scope) Due to the cities location on the main thorough fare to and from one of Austria's largest Iron Ore mines, the city has been at the very fore front of weapons manufacturing since as early as the 12th Century. Steyr Mannlicher Pro Hunter - Set right in the heart of Austria is the city of Steyr. One more tap to the bottom of the magazine then seats it in the second stage, which is ready for auto-loading.Steyr Mannlicher Pro hunter Rifle Review Details
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Another feature is the 2-stage magazine securing mechanism that uses a first stage that locks the magazine in but allows the bolt to be operated while not engaging and chambering the rounds in the magazine, thereby providing the operator with the option of loading individual rounds by hand while maintaining a full magazine at the ready. The fire mode (safety off) is indicated by a red dot the first level of safe mode disables the firing mechanism and the second level of safe serves to lock the bolt down against the stock and also features a press-to-release tab that locks the SBS switch in the safe position. As in other high-performance long-guns offered by Steyr, the Mannlicher Pro Hunter features the Safe Bolt System (SBS), a unique 2+1 safety function that offers 3 settings operated by a wheel switch on the tang of the stock. 300 Winchester Magnum (available only in a 25.6” barrel variant). The rifle is chambered in a choice of 7mm-08 Remington.
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The Pro Hunter’s barrel is available in a 23.6” or 20” barrel Stainless Steel version or Mountain version with 20” barrel. A durable synthetic stock resists weather and rough use and features removable spacers in the butt of the stock to adjust length of pull. The Steyr Mannlicher Pro Hunter offers a modern compliment to other traditional platforms.