Bolt-gun builders rejoice – Bergara Premier Series actions and barreled actions are finally headed to the marketplace! After years of customer demands and requests, shooters can now acquire actions and barreled actions to begin their own unique builds for hunting, shooting, and competitions.
Bergara Premier Series Actions
If you aren’t super familiar with Bergara, you might be asking why this is a big deal. That’s because Bergara makes some of the best bolt-action components on the market. For years now, the company’s full bolt-action rifles steadily gained ground among precision shooters and hunters. The Premier Series now gives shooters an incredible opportunity to build their own.
Bergara actions follows the timeless Remington 700 pattern. Built in the U.S. from 416 stainless steel, the Premier accommodates most Remington 700-style stocks and chassis. These actions feature an enlarged bolt handle, spiral-fluted body, dual ejector and sliding plate extractor. Each comes compatible with Remington 700-style scope bases with an 8-40 screw pattern.
Bergara barreled actions come with a choice of one of multiple barrel contour options. They include 416 stainless steel Bergara steel and lightweight CURE carbon-fiber barrel, offered in a variety of calibers and barrel lengths. This selection gives shooters the tools to build a unique rifle perfectly aligned to build specifications.
Expect delivery time within six to eight weeks withn no customizations options. The Premier action retails for $899. Barreled actions start at $1,200. For more info, visit bergarausa.com.
Editor’s Take:
This is a big deal for real trigger pullers, because Bergara makes some of the finest production bolt guns on the market. So now DIY bolt-gun builders and custom gunsmiths alike gain more tools in their toolbox from which to build quality rifles. We certainly live in the age of the rifleman, with highly accurate long guns more affordable and accessible than ever before. But quality components for home builders and ‘smiths remains a big deal, sure to lead to even more innovation in the space.