POTD: Haenel ONE - Precision Bolt-Action Rifle in .308 Win

Photo Of The Day: Last year, I was in Suhl, Germany, the hometown of C.G. Haenel. It was closed due to the weekend, but the town has some excellent shooting ranges and a wonderful museum that is well worth visiting. Today, we’re taking a look at Haenel’s Model One.

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End of Exercise: The New Gunwerks ENDEX Bolt Action Rifle

Sized for adventures, engineered for extremes - this is how Gunwerks describe their new rifle called Endex. One of the key features that sets this rifle apart from other hunting bolt guns in the company’s catalog is the folding stock with a patent-pending hinge mechanism that is advertised to lock rock-solid and disappear when deployed. According to the press release, this rifle system has been in development for three years.

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POTD: The New Tikka T3x Ace Target - Suppressed

I had the T3x Ace Target around for some time, and in this Photo Of The Day, we have some images to share. The Ace’s heavy barrel is said to minimize vibration and handle heat buildup, ensuring repeatable accuracy throughout extended shooting sessions. This one was chambered in .308 Win, and it shot really well. The riflescope is from Steiner.

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New CZ 600+ Bolt-Action Rifle - Interchangeable Barrels & Sub-0.75 MOA

CZ has announced the launch of the CZ 600+ bolt-action rifle series. Described as engineered for precision, versatility, and reliability, the CZ 600+ series is said to set a new standard for hunting and precision rifles, tailored for hunters and shooters who demand uncompromising performance. The CZ 600+ series features a modular design highlighted by patented innovations.

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Defiance Releases Deviant Controlled Round Feed Action

Defiance Machine has a new Deviant Controlled Round Feed (CRF) action for sale. While the CRF is an older style of action made famous on the Mauser, this is a new take on the design. Keep reading for all the details.

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Fudd Friday: Stevens 325 - When Bolt Actions Met .30-30

Welcome to another edition of Fudd Friday, where we celebrate the classics that make old-timers nod in approval and young tacticool operators scratch their heads in confusion. Bet y'all knew you'd see me here eventually. As one of TFB’s resident old soul writers, it was only a matter of time. Today, we're diving into a rifle that somehow managed to combine two things that some would say shouldn't go together: a bolt action and the venerable .30-30 Winchester cartridge. Yes, folks, we're talking about the Stevens 325.

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POTD: 284 Winchester Long Range Rifle

There’s something special with long-range rifles that can be used in a variety of roles, including hunting. Here’s a sweet build, with various images for our Photo Of The Day. The setup includes a chassis from MDT Sporting Goods, March Scope, Proof Research barrel, B&T Industries bipods and a color-matched mount from Spuhr.

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Caracal USA Introduces the CSR 338 Bolt Action Precision Rifle

Caracal USA has introduced the CSR 338 Precision Bolt Action Rifle, chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum. Designed for military, law enforcement, and precision shooters, the rifle is built for long-range accuracy and durability.

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[SHOT 2025] Kudu Turns Any Bolt-Action Into A Straight-Pull

Got an itch for a straight-pull bolt-action rifle? Yeah, you could go out and buy one. Or, you could buy a conversion kit from Kudu Arms and make your own.

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HM Defense HM50B2 Gen2 50BMG Bolt Action Rifle

HM Defense first introduced their HM50B .50BMG bolt action rifle in December of 2022. Shortly after the release, at SHOT Show 2023, we had a chance to see the rifle and learn about its differences from the Bushmaster BA50 and Remington R2Mi. The company has now announced the release of the second generation of this rifle called HM50B2. Let’s take a look at the key specs and features of this rifle and the changes over the first generation.

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Savage Arms Now Offers The Model 334 In Camo And New Calibers 

Firearm manufacturer Savage Arms now offers its popular Model 334 bolt action rifle in a Mossy Oak Terra Gila camo stock and five calibers. The Model 334, a long-time benchmark for value and performance, has evolved with the addition of chamberings in .30-06 Springfield and .270 Winchester. The new calibers are available in all variants of the lineup including Walnut and Synthetic stock models, ensuring versatility and the perfect fit for every shooter.  

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TFB Review: Springfield Armory Model 2020 Boundary 7mm PRC

For the early day-breakers among us, you will have noticed that the mornings are getting crisp and it's getting to be “that time of year again” - hunting season. If you consider yourself a hunter or huntress, you will have noticed in the last decade how the landscape of bolt-action rifles has been evolving. While a wood stock can be gorgeous and classical, carbon fiber is all the rage. Strength, rigidity, lightweight, rad colors, you name it. Then, you tie in other modern accoutrements like a carbon fiber sleeved barrel, M-LOK attachments, and a custom action and it's the stuff of dreams.

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