New Sauer 505 Bolt-Action Rifle to Arrive in Time for Hunting Season

The fall hunting season is still months away, but that could just give outdoor enthusiasts more time to get excited about the newly announced Sauer 505 – and perhaps to save up for one! The new offering from J.P. Sauer and Sohn, Germany’s oldest manufacturer of hunting firearms, promises to deliver timeless elegance, absolute accuracy, and exceptional versatility.

Features of the Sauer 505 rifle include a robust, newly designed steel chassis, silky-smooth bolt cycling, and interchangeable, cold hammer-forged precision rifle barrels that allow for quick and easy caliber changes. Hunters can even select between four pre-set trigger weights from 0.77 lbs. to up to 2.75 lbs.

It also features an ergonomically perfected manual cocking system that was designed to be safe, lightweight, quiet, and easy on the thumb – while uncocking and unloading in the uncocked position promises to be just as easy. It is outfitted with the proven Blaser saddle mount technology for easy and accurate optics mounting. Its quick detach mount is designed to ensure the unit can be taken off the Sauer 505 and put back on while maintaining the precise point of aim without having to re-zero the scope — offering a significant advantage for those who travel frequently.

A flush-mounted detachable magazine features an integrated MagLock safety to prevent unwanted triggering of the magazine button. Rifle weights range from around 6 lbs. – including from the ultralight carbon fiber stock to heavier weight field options with magnum barrels.

“The Sauer 505 represents the finest in German craftsmanship and engineering, and its precision, beauty, and timeless elegance ensures it will be cherished by generations to come,” explained Jason Evans, CEO of Blaser Group. “This German rifle is a meticulously designed platform with the smoothest, 60-degree action available, and Sauer offers various stocks for specific purposes from lightweight carbon fiber options for mountain hunting to heavier stocks and barrels for dangerous game hunts in the African savanna.”

Sauer 505 Specs

Caliber

• Mini: .222 Rem., .223 Rem.
• Medium: .243 Win., .270 Win., 6,5×55 SE, 6,5 Creedmoor, .308 Win., .30-06 Spring., 7×64, 8×57 IS, 9,3×62
• Short Magnum: .270 WSM, 6,5 PRC, 8,5×55 Blaser
• Magnum: 7 mm Rem. Mag., .300 Win. Mag., 8×68 S, .375 H&H
• Swiss: 10,3×60 R

Total Weight

• Wood (ErgoLux): approx. 3450g / 7,6 lbs
• Polymer (ErgoMax black): approx. 3520g / 7,7 lbs
• Polymer (Synchro XT Black): 3.550 g / 7,8 lbs
• Carbon (Synchro XTC): approx. 3230g / 1,1 lbs

Total Length

• 101,5 cm / 40 inch (at barrel length 51 cm / 20 inch)
• 106,5 cm / 42 inch (at barrel length 56 cm / 20 inch)
• 112,5 cm / 44 inch (at barrel length 62 cm / 24 inch)

Barrel Length Standard

• Medium: 51 cm / 20 inches (optional 42 cm / 16,5 inch, 47 cm / 18,5 inch, 56 cm / 22 inch)
• Magnum: 62 cm / 24 inches (optional 56 cm / 22 inch)

Tech Specs

• Barrel Contour: 17 mm (optional 19 mm)
• Barrel Surface: Plasma nitrated, blued (DLC optional)
• Trigger Weight: 350 g / 750 g /1000 g / 1250 g ( 0,77 lbs / 1,66 lbs / 2,2 lbs / 2,8 lbs)
• Muzzle Thread: M15X1 (M17X1 with Heavy-Contour)
• Magazine Capacity: Medium: 3 rounds (optional 5 rounds)/Magnum: 2 rounds (optional 5 rounds)

The Sauer 505 will be offered in three configuration packages that have been put together by experienced hunters, with the focus always on the barrel, bolt assembly, and receiver. It will be available this summer in four stock options – walnut (from wood grades 2 to 10), synthetic, synthetic thumbhole, or carbon fiber – and in multiple calibers. MSRP: Starting at $3,500.00