To learn more, visit https://barrett.net/firearms/fieldcraft/.
Overview
Barrett has always been an innovator in the market, but they mostly stuck to big bore rifles. The semi-auto M82A1 in .50 BMG, you might have heard of it, it saw some action back in the Gulf War, I think. They developed a slew of bolt-action .50 BMG rifles, then a “step down” to .338 Lapua Magnum with the MRAD. (You are doing something pretty wild when .338 is considered a small cartridge for your company.) We also saw some AR-pattern rifles in familiar 5.56 and 6.8 SPC. This year we saw a radical departure from the norm ( if Barrett has a normal setting) with the Fieldcraft series of hunting rifles.
The Fieldcraft rifle from Barrett (yes, you read that right) gives shooters a svelte and handy sporting bolt-action rifle.
SPECS
- Chambering: Varied
- Barrel: 21 or 24 inch
- OA Length: varies
- Weight: 5 pounds
- Stock: Carbon fiber composite
- Sights: none
- Action: bolt action
- Finish: Stainless steel
- MSRP: $1,799.00
Impression
Jarringly different, the first thing you notice about the Fieldcraft is how light it is. The stock is apparently a carbon fiber composite, for an incredible strength-to-weight ratio. Many a man has cursed Ronnie Barrett’s name humping a .50 BMG up a mountain (though not as likely when shooting terrorists with .50 cal), so I guess this makes up for it. The Fieldcraft rifle is sure to be a winner with the hunting crowd.
The rifle features stainless steel construction and very petite dimensions.
Price & Available
Available right now for right around $1,800, you too can own a Barrett—just not the one your friends expect. If you are looking for an ultra-lightweight and handy bolt-action rifle from an unexpected source, definitely check this one out.
To learn more, visit https://barrett.net/firearms/fieldcraft/.