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EMPIRE LIBERTY RIFLE

Lightweight Hunting Rifle

 

The EMPIRE LIBERTY RIFLE combines a lightweight stock and 98S action in a serious hunting rifle designed for lightweight carry. Using the same action and cartridge selection as our popular EMPIRE STANDARD RIFLE, the EMPIRE LIBERTY’s lightweight Kevlar stock has open, elegant lines, with the complete rifle weight starting at 6 lbs. 

 

Empire Liberty, Field Grade

 

   

Empire Liberty, Field Grade in 7MM Rem Mag.

 

Proper stock fit and balance are critical in a hunting rifle, and the EMPIRE LIBERTY’s length of pull is adaptable to any client's frame –and always retains enough stock width to properly manage recoil.  Final rifle weight is engineered to the client’s needs.

        EMPIRE LIBERTY RIFLE TECHNICAL INFORMATION:

 

        ACTION

       

      Empire 98S Mauser (2.85", 3.3" and 3.6" cartridges) action, CNC and EDM machined

      Left- and Right-Hand

      Three position safety

      Straddle floorplate, release inside trigger bow

      Bolt machined from single billet with integral handle and full-length anti-bind rail

      Full Radius Gas-Blocking Shroud

      Integral Ejector Box, Blind Magazine

      Wide variety of cartridges from .243 Win to .338 Winchester Magnum

       

        BARREL

 

      Stainless Steel, Match Grade, Hand Lapped

      Optional: Match Grade Chrome-Moly, Hand Lapped

      Barrel Length and Contour to customer spec

 

        STOCK

 

      Ultra Lightweight Kevlar Stock

      Pachmayr Decelerator Pad

 

        INCLUDED WITH EVERY RIFLE

 

      Weatherproof ceramic coating, similar appearance to matte bluing, on all metal parts

      Weight to customer spec, from 6 lbs; LOP to spec

      Accuracy Guarantee, Limited Lifetime Warranty

      CNC Machined Scope Rings, Sling, and Presentation Case

 

 

From $5,785 

 

The Mauser 98's features set it above other controlled feed designs, ensuring flawless function when the stakes are high.  
   
98S Mauser Win 70
Controlled Feed Y Y
Full Length Extractor Claw Y Y
3 Position Safety Y Y
Full-Length Anti-Bind Rail Y  
Double Square Bridge Receiver, machined for scope rings Y  
Straddle Floorplate With Release Inside Bow Y  
100% CNC Machined From Solid Stock  
EDM of Internal Cuts Y  
Bolt Cams In and Out of Battery Y  
Bolt Diameter .700" .700"
Cartridge Length To 3.6" To 3.6"
Undercut Bolt Head Locks Extractor On Rim Y  
Safety Shoulder on Firing Pin Y  
Full Radius Gas Blocking Shroud Y  
Single feed directly into chamber Y Y
Weight 2 lbs 7 oz to 2 lbs 12 oz

  

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Phone: 603.469.3152

 

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