From butt to muzzle, the Stainless Stalker is made to resist rough conditions with its weather-resistant, stainless steel barrel and action and its non-glare, textured black graphite-fiberglass stock. This is the left-hand model and comes with the BOSS system.
-Caliber: 338 Winchester Magnum
-Barrel Length: 26"
-Total Capacity: 4 (Total capacity includes one round in the chamber)
-Avg. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz.
-Overall Length: 46 ¾"
-Drop at Comb: 5/8" (measured from centerline of bore)
-Drop at Heel: 1/2"
-Length of Pull: 13 ¾"
-Rate of Twist: 1 in 10"
Features:
Barrel-Free floating, glass bedded at the recoil lug to maintain the proper spacing around the barrel and provide consistent accuracy. Recessed muzzle.
Bolt-60 degree throw. Utilizes a non-rotating bolt sleeve that runs the entire length of the bolt. When unlocked, three guide ribs on the bolt sleeve align with the three locking lugs to allow the bolt to slide smoothly. When locked, these three lugs provide massive bolt strength. The A-Bolt feeds very smoothly because of its unique, patented cartridge depressor. This cartridge depressor stays in position, independent of the bolt rotation, as the bolt slides gently over the cartridges in the magazine. The bolt face is recessed, completely surrounding the cartridge base.
BOSS- (Ballistic Optimizing Shooting System) The Boss offers unmatched versatility in terms of bullet selection. This is perhaps the greatest feature of Boss technology. Improving on the accuracy that Browning rifles have always been known for is virtually impossible. The Boss simply provides that accuracy regardless of ammunition brand, bullet type or weight. The Boss is a simple system consisting of a weighted body and a threaded adjustment ring. By turning the Boss, the rifle can be tuned to any load.
Magazine-Hinged floor plate with detachable box magazine to make it simple and fast to load with a spare loaded magazine.
Recoil Pad-Standard on all models.
Safety-Top-tang, thumb-operated safety can be actuated or released with the thumb without changing from a shooting grip.
Sights-A-Bolt Stalker models are supplied with the receiver drilled and tapped for installation of scope mounts.
Sling Swivels-Michaels post-type swivel studs, swivels not included.
Trigger-Chrome-plated trigger sear for cleaner, crisper trigger pull. Screw adjustable. Pre-set at approximately 4 pounds.
The information below comes from our Gun Caliber Dictionary and is for
general reference only. It does not describe the specifications of this
particular item.
The 338 Winchester Magnum was introduced in 1958 in a version of the Winchester Model 70 called the "Alaskan." A companion introduction with the 264 Winchester Magnum (in the Model 70 "Westerner"), the 338 Winchester Magnum is based on the 458 Winchester Magnum necked down to take a .338-inch bullet. Case length is 2.5 inches, making it suitable for 30-06-length actions. Acceptance was initially slow, perhaps because of recoil and certainly because, above 30-caliber, all American cartridge sales drop off. Over time it has achieved its proper place as one of the best of all elk cartridges, adequate for the largest bears, and yet flat-shooting enough for use on smaller game if desired. It is an exceptionally good choice for the full run of African plains game. Standard velocities are a 200-grain bullet at 2960 feet per second; 225-grain bullet at 2780; and 250-grain bullet at 2660. Both rifles and ammunition are offered by most major manufacturers.
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Craig Boddington
