Sauer 101 is a bolt action rifle manufactured by Sauer & Sohn that was launched in 2013.[1] The rifle is manufactured on the same factory and shares many parts with the Mauser M12.[2][citation needed]

Sauer 101
TypeRepeating rifle
Place of originGermany
Production history
DesignerSauer & Sohn
Produced2013-current
Specifications
Mass2.5 kg
Length510-560 mm (barrel)

Cartridge.243 Win., 6,5x55, .308 Win, .270 Win, 7x64, .30-06, 8x57, 9,3x62, 7 mm Rem Mag, .300 Win Mag
ActionBolt action
SightsPrepared for scope mount

Technical

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The stock comes with a proprietary bedding system called "Ever-Rest" which consists of a metal block around the front action screw.[3] The rifle was launched in two variants; "Classic" with a walnut stock and "Classic XT" with a black synthetic stock. Several other variants have since been introduced, including:

  • Artemis
  • Classic
  • Classic XTA
  • Classic XT
  • Forest[4]
  • Forest XT
  • GTI
  • Highland XTX
  • Select

The receiver has an outside profile similar to the Remington 700[5] which allows for the use of standard Remington 700 scope pattern scope mount.[6]

The bolt has 6 locking lugs and a 60 degree bolt throw, and locks directly into the barrel instead of into the receiver.[6] The barrel is mounted to the receiver without action threads with a press fit and heat.[7]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ An Inside Look at the Sauer 101
  2. ^ "An Official Journal of the NRA | German Resurgence: Mauser 12 and Sauer 101".
  3. ^ New Sauer 101 Hunting Rifle from J.P. Sauer & Sohn « Daily Bulletin
  4. ^ Sauer 101 Forest, bolt-action rifle | all4shooters
  5. ^ The Sauer 101 Highland XTC in .308 - tried and tested by Chris Parkin | Rifle Shooter
  6. ^ a b Sauer 101 Review
  7. ^ Sauer 101 Review | Sporting Rifle magazine
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