The 1895 SBL is the first rifle to go into production after Ruger’s acquisition of Marlin, and it’s a handsome one. Even tested against more-expensive rifles, it was impossible to argue with the results the Nosler 21 produced. With the action, adjustable Triggertech trigger, and Shilen barrel, this package delivers excellent accuracy, and out of the hundreds of 5-shot groups we fired in our gun test, this rifle shot the tightest one (0.266 in.). The Mack Brother’s action on this rifle utilizes a two-lug bolt that features tool-less disassembly for cleaning and maintenance in the field. Fit of the barreled action into the stock is nice and tight. The carbon fiber stock is reinforced with Aramid, features a 1-inch recoil pad, and aluminum bedding pillars. 3 contour barrel.Īt just under 7-pounds, the Nosler 21 is a wonderfully-balanced all-around hunting rifle that can easily be carried anywhere, but not so light that it exhibits the limitations and drawbacks of many ultralight rifles, which can be difficult to shoot accurately. It’s a finely crafted rifle with a carbon fiber synthetic stock, stainless-steel Mack Brothers Evo action, and stainless-steel Shilen No. The Nosler 21 is a fantastic hunting rifle, and it won our Editor’s Choice award in our 2022 gun test after extensive evaluation. Bolt handle could use a drop of thread locker.Tool-less takedown for field serviceability.

The Nosler 21 is both a great performing rifle, and aesthetically pleasing. Trigger: 4 pounds, 4 ounces, adjustable.These are guns that have proven themselves on the range and in the field-rifles that we are willing to stake the success of our hunts on, whether we’re headed to our family farm, hiking mountains, or crossing oceans in pursuit of game. But we’ve added in some of our personal favorite hunting rifles as well. The list here includes many of the best rifles in our annual gun tests, the most in-depth (and honest) evaluation in the industry. Best Mountain Rifle: Weatherby Mark V Backcountry 2.0 TI Carbon.Best Long-Range Varmint Rifle: Seekins Havak HIT.Most Versatile: Christensen Arms Ridgeline Scout.We’ve made that task a little easier by narrowing down the field to the best hunting rifles we’ve tested. Your rifle defines in part who you are as a hunter, whether it is a practical beater that lives in your truck for much of the year, a handy lever action, or a pricey long-range hammer. The landscape you plan to hunt, your hunting tactics, and the game you’re hunting will all play a role in the rifle you choose. Whether you hunt deer in the hardwoods, elk in the mountains, or bears in the Alaskan bush, there’s a hunting rifle for you.

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