The Blaser R8 Selous Rifle is a high-performance big game rifle in classy traditional style. The R8 Selous features every technical advantage possible to aid in your successful African hunting trip.
FEATURES
SELOUS RECEIVER & GOLD-PLATED TRIGGER
The unique receiver features Selous lettering in gold as well as a gold-plated trigger for extra class. The integrated custom case is a hardened steel receiver and increases weight by approximately 550 g (1 lb 3 oz).
SAFARI BARREL CONTOUR
Features a larger muzzle diameter (22 mm). This increases weight compared to the Standard R8 barrel (depending on barrel length and caliber).
KICKSTOP
A stainless steel cylinder filled with tungsten beads is inserted into the stock. The stock weight is increased as well as the balance of the gun. This kickstop reduces recoil by about 20%.
RECOIL PAD
Silver recoil pad in red. The 2.7 cm recoil pad reduces recoil considerably.
VERSATILITY
The R8 Versatility is a class of its own. This interchangeable system offers calibers from .222 Rem. to .500 Jeffery. Flawless return-to-zero accuracy for both scope mount and barrel insure perfect shot placement. Ideal for travel.
ACCURACY
The R8 Trigger breaks like glass at 2 lbs (900 g). Desmodromic design for reliability under all conditions.
SPEED
The R8 Straight Pull Action eliminates unnecessary movement.Insuring enough time for perfect shot placement. When aiming is measured in heartbeats. Ergonomically perfect in design and function.
SAFETY
The R8 Manual Cocking System offers superior safety. No conventional safety system surpasses an un-cocked striker. Pushing the cocking lever
forward in the off safe position cocks the striker and the rifle
is ready to fire.
ILLUMINATION CONTROL
Optional add-on Illumination Control (iC) couples the control of the reticle illumination to the operation of the rifle. A sensor in the eyepiece recognizes the position of the cocking slide and automatically regulates the switch-on/-off function of the illuminated reticle. Rifle Cocked = Illuminated Dot Active
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
Color: Wood grade 7
Detachable Magazine: Yes
Barrel: Safari Round
Muzzle Thread: Optional
Capacity: See Caliber Overview
Trigger: 2 lbs (900 g)
Stock: Wood
Cheek Piece: Monte Carlo
Recoil Rubber Pad: Silver recoil pad in red; 2.7 cm
Receiver: Selous custom colored case; hardened steel (weight increases ~550 g); Inlayed gold lettering
Bolt Head and Trigger: Gold-plated trigger; Standard (black) bolt head
Bolt Handle: Synthetic; Grained, non-slip surface
Sights: Safari sights
Kickstop: Yes
Weight: 11 lb 7 oz (standard configuration)
CALIBER OVERVIEW
