42 | SPORTING SHOOTER _ MAY 2018
SHOOTER’S
SHOWCASE WHAT’S NEW IN THE MARKET – BY TONY PIZZ ATARuger Precision Rimire
The bolt-action Ruger Precision Rimfire is a scaled
down version of the Ruger Precision Rifle and
maintains the same ergonomics and trigger as the
larger centrefire rifle. This new rimfire features a
moulded one-piece chassis and adjustable
butt-stock assembly manufactured from glass-filled
nylon for strength, stiffness and stability. The
innovative quick-fit adjustable precision rimfire
stock allows the rifles length of pull and comb height
to be quickly and easily adjusted for proper fit over a
wide range of shooter sizes.
The rifle’s 18 inch target barrel is cold hammer-
forged from 414 0 alloy steel to create ultra-precise
rifling for excellent accuracy and the ½” 28 thread
pat tern allows for easy pairing
for a suppressor for those who
are appropriately licensed.
Next, its 15 inch hard,
black-anodised, aluminium free
float handguard features Magpul M-LOK
slots on all four sides for improved scope
clearance and easy mounting of M-LOK
compatible rails and accessories.
The popular Ruger Marksman Adjustable
trigger has a pull weight range of 2.25 to 5.0 pounds
and its adjustable wrench is conveniently stored
in the but tstock compartment on the rifle,
while Ruger’s AR pat tern pistol grip and
safety selector allows for maximum
control and access to the 45 degree,
reversible safety selector. For increased
long-range elevation capability, the rifle is topped
with a 30 MOA Picatinny scope base. The rifle
also comes with a 15-round BX-15 magazine.
To find out more visit http://www.nioa.com.au or ask at
your local gun shop.If you are thinking of having a firearm made to measure or
simply love that old rifle that needs a bit of a facelif t or perhaps
a new barrel, Total Solutions Engineering in Queensland can
help you. Heading up a family run business, Tony and Veronica
Argent have been producing and fit ting barrels for as long as I
can remember. At TSE they manufacture a wide variety of
chrome-moly and stainless steel sporting barrels, target
barrels and custom pro shooter rifles. Tony and his team can
produce a chrome moly barrel to suit any calibre from .22LR
through to .50 calibres and stainless steel from .17 to .50 cal.
They also offer a barrel fit ting service, rifle re-blueing,
custom muzzle breaks and can dress up your favourite firearm
with straight or spiral fluting to your barrel or bolt or produce
other fancy features like octagonal barrels and lots more.
Although TSE are based in Queensland, if you are from another
state and want some work done, Tony and Veronica can
arrange shipping without too much fuss and are always happy
to discuss your requirements. TSE at tend many of the SHOT
and Hunting shows around the country so
keep an eye out for them at your next local Shot Show or
contact them for more details on Tel; 07 3355 5824. Or email
[email protected]TSE – Custom
Ries Barrels
The Savage model 110 Varmint offers impeccable accuracy at long
distances. It’s AccuFit system lets varmint hunters easily customise the
length of pull and comb height for a personal fit, while the user adjustable
AccuTrigger offers a crisp, clean pull. Together with the AccuStock,
which secures the action three-dimensionally along its entire length,
the 110 Varmint provides the fit and function of a custom rifle.Its 26-inch heavy-barrel is but ton rifled and held securely
within a rugged synthetic stock and features a detachable
4-round box magazine and fast handling, oversized bolt. Other
features include, grey synthetic stock with Beavertail fore-end
and sleek, modern look.
To find out more visit http://www.nioa.com.au or ask at your local dealer.2018 Savage 110 Varmint
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