Among the novelties presented in 2019 by the Herstal House is the new line of bolt action rifles, Browning X-Bolt Pro. Three models presented X-Bolt Pro Carbon, X-Bolt Pro Grade 5 and X-Bolt Pro Long Range GRS. The three models have in common the famous Super Feather trigger, the floating barrel with double bedding but above all the presence of a grooved lever and bolt, tungsten Cerakote finish of all the metal parts and, last but not least, the manual break-in of the barrel.
Let's focus on the X-Bolt Pro Carbon model, which is distinguished by a splendid and light carbon fiber stock. Two layers of carbon fiber with a high density compressed foam core allow to obtain a highly light product with the right stiffness. The total weight of the weapon is around 2,7 kg. The weapon features a floating fluted barrel with a threaded muzzle. Like custom firearms, the barrel of the X-Bolt Pro Carbon boasts double bedding and a hand-run barrel break-in. This means a noticeable increase in the accuracy of the weapon.
The bolt and lever are grooved and together with all other metal parts have a tungsten-colored Cerakote finish that makes them elegant and at the same time ultra-resistant to scratches and corrosion. Clean and direct is the Super Feather three-lever trigger.
With a retail price of € 2.290, the gun will be available from this spring in calibers 243 Winchester, 6,5 Creedmoor, 270 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield, .308 Winchester and 7 mm Remington Magnum. In conclusion, we can define the X-BOLT PRO CARBON the right compromise for those looking for a light but at the same time precise firearm and with a quality-price ratio that is difficult to beat.
Technical detail:
Manufacturer: Browning International SA - Parc industriel des Hautes Sarts, 3e Avenue, 25, B-4040 Herstal (Belgium) - Tel +32 (0) 4.2405211 - Fax +32 (0) 4.2405212 - www.browning-int.com -
Importer: BWMI Italia - Via Parte - Marcheno (BS) fax 030 - 8960236 - [email protected]
Model: X-BOLT PRO CARBON
Type: Rifle Shotgun
Operation: manual repeat and sliding swivel shutter
Shutter: grooved with tungsten-colored Cerakote finish
Barrel: fluted and threaded with a length of 53-56 cm depending on the caliber
Magazine capacity: 4 for standard calibers and 3 for magnum calibers
Trigger device: Super Feather Trigger
Line of sight: no metal sights
Stock: carbon fiber with high density compressed foam core
Finishes: Tungsten Cerakote for all metal parts
Weight: approx.2.760 g without optics
Calibers: 243 Winchester, 6,5 Creedmoor, 270 Winchester, 30-06 Springfield, 308 Winchester and 7 mm Remington Magnum
Accessories: fixed rings 30 mm with cerakote finish, spacer 7 mm, rigid cardboard box and padlock to lock the weapon
Price: indicative of € 2.290 (weapon only, VAT included)