I'm interested in what peoples thoughts are on these that have shot or seen them. My impression when I see them is that they are hugely overpriced. Lets just say I can get one for about 60% off.... Would it still be worth it?
Blaser R93 LRS
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Re: Blaser R93 LRS
I got one for about 3200 in .338 LM. Was not a big fan of it. The cheek weld was weird and I just couldn't get comfortable with the weapon.
It's decently accurate, but it just didn't fit me. Shooting it wears me out....
I got one for about 3200 in .338 LM. Was not a big fan of it. The cheek weld was weird and I just couldn't get comfortable with the weapon.
It's decently accurate, but it just didn't fit me. Shooting it wears me out....
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I purchased a 338LM years back, terror stories of the bolts giving up and sending the bolt back in the operators face started to surface, not a lot keeping that bolt in place if it fails. I think the design is sound, and I would like to think the issues with the plastic part in the bolt has been resolved/replaced (?)
If you can get one for 60% off...I'd pick it up!
Kirk R
I purchased a 338LM years back, terror stories of the bolts giving up and sending the bolt back in the operators face started to surface, not a lot keeping that bolt in place if it fails. I think the design is sound, and I would like to think the issues with the plastic part in the bolt has been resolved/replaced (?)
If you can get one for 60% off...I'd pick it up!
Kirk R
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Bought one in .308 about 10 yrs ago for $1500 from a Pawn Shop and loved it! It was a bargain at that price because it had some really nice Swarovski glass on it. The pawn shop owner actually called me because he knew I liked exotic weapons and he didn't want to put it on the "floor". Sold it for a pretty hefty profit several years ago. I'd love to have it back! I guess it just fit me. Extremely accurate... At least mine was.
Bought one in .308 about 10 yrs ago for $1500 from a Pawn Shop and loved it! It was a bargain at that price because it had some really nice Swarovski glass on it. The pawn shop owner actually called me because he knew I liked exotic weapons and he didn't want to put it on the "floor". Sold it for a pretty hefty profit several years ago. I'd love to have it back! I guess it just fit me. Extremely accurate... At least mine was.
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I recently spoke with the Sig Blaser rep at a local trade show and asked him about the stories of Blasers blowing up in shooter's faces. He said there have been three accidents reported to Blaser, which were investigated: one was a barrel that was full of ice, the second was a barrel full of mud, and the third was a hand load that was improperly filled. These resulted in severe barrel damage, but the bolt mechanism did not release.
Pix of an exploded Blaser action have appeared on the internet that were from German tests of the rifle; the testing laboratory removed fingers from the locking mechanism one by one until the collet broke loose and bolt moved back.
The bottom line, he said, was that the bolt closure mechanism has never failed in actual practice; in addition to the collet fingers, there are bolt locking lugs underneath the sliding mechanism that I didn't know about before he showed me.
I recently spoke with the Sig Blaser rep at a local trade show and asked him about the stories of Blasers blowing up in shooter's faces. He said there have been three accidents reported to Blaser, which were investigated: one was a barrel that was full of ice, the second was a barrel full of mud, and the third was a hand load that was improperly filled. These resulted in severe barrel damage, but the bolt mechanism did not release.
Pix of an exploded Blaser action have appeared on the internet that were from German tests of the rifle; the testing laboratory removed fingers from the locking mechanism one by one until the collet broke loose and bolt moved back.
The bottom line, he said, was that the bolt closure mechanism has never failed in actual practice; in addition to the collet fingers, there are bolt locking lugs underneath the sliding mechanism that I didn't know about before he showed me.
Re: Blaser R93 LRS
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: One-Eyed Jack</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I recently spoke with the Sig Blaser rep at a local trade show and asked him about the stories of Blasers blowing up in shooter's faces. He said there have been three accidents reported to Blaser, which were investigated: one was a barrel that was full of ice, the second was a barrel full of mud, and the third was a hand load that was improperly filled. These resulted in severe barrel damage, but the bolt mechanism did not release.
Pix of an exploded Blaser action have appeared on the internet that were from German tests of the rifle; the testing laboratory removed fingers from the locking mechanism one by one until the collet broke loose and bolt moved back.
The bottom line, he said, was that the bolt closure mechanism has never failed in actual practice; in addition to the collet fingers, there are bolt locking lugs underneath the sliding mechanism that I didn't know about before he showed me.</div></div>
So, do they lock up pretty tight then? I should say at least compared to a standard off the shelf rifle or even better a rifle that has been "lapped in"?
I know the multi lug thing has been touted as the best, i.e., Weatherby's 16 lug bolt and Mauser's M96's. But, I've talked to a number of gunsmiths that say that many lugs you can never get or keep true.
Anyhow, the guy said he'd take 2k for it and I know I've seen them for a lot more. Problem is like most I could afford something like that right now just to have to turn around and sell it to make some money back from it. Not sure if I can hold the 'hot potato' that long. I'm seeing a lot of gun prices dropping.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: One-Eyed Jack</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I recently spoke with the Sig Blaser rep at a local trade show and asked him about the stories of Blasers blowing up in shooter's faces. He said there have been three accidents reported to Blaser, which were investigated: one was a barrel that was full of ice, the second was a barrel full of mud, and the third was a hand load that was improperly filled. These resulted in severe barrel damage, but the bolt mechanism did not release.
Pix of an exploded Blaser action have appeared on the internet that were from German tests of the rifle; the testing laboratory removed fingers from the locking mechanism one by one until the collet broke loose and bolt moved back.
The bottom line, he said, was that the bolt closure mechanism has never failed in actual practice; in addition to the collet fingers, there are bolt locking lugs underneath the sliding mechanism that I didn't know about before he showed me.</div></div>
So, do they lock up pretty tight then? I should say at least compared to a standard off the shelf rifle or even better a rifle that has been "lapped in"?
I know the multi lug thing has been touted as the best, i.e., Weatherby's 16 lug bolt and Mauser's M96's. But, I've talked to a number of gunsmiths that say that many lugs you can never get or keep true.
Anyhow, the guy said he'd take 2k for it and I know I've seen them for a lot more. Problem is like most I could afford something like that right now just to have to turn around and sell it to make some money back from it. Not sure if I can hold the 'hot potato' that long. I'm seeing a lot of gun prices dropping.
Re: Blaser R93 LRS
My best friend and shooting buddy has owned one for over 5 years and have never had the slightest issue. Like OEJ said, just shoot proper loads throught it and take care of it and it will suit you well.
It is a very accurate rifle and have witnessed 1/4 sized groups using standard FGM ammo.
The striaght back bolt is extremely smooth and fast.
The trigger shoe is thicker than most, but pull is adjustable.
It is light weight for a bench rifle and has a little more felt recoil without brake than that of a TRG or AI.
Dispite all the smack talk you might read, The blaser lrs/lrs2/tactical 2 is a sweet and unique rifle.
My best friend and shooting buddy has owned one for over 5 years and have never had the slightest issue. Like OEJ said, just shoot proper loads throught it and take care of it and it will suit you well.
It is a very accurate rifle and have witnessed 1/4 sized groups using standard FGM ammo.
The striaght back bolt is extremely smooth and fast.
The trigger shoe is thicker than most, but pull is adjustable.
It is light weight for a bench rifle and has a little more felt recoil without brake than that of a TRG or AI.
Dispite all the smack talk you might read, The blaser lrs/lrs2/tactical 2 is a sweet and unique rifle.
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Well, what caliber is it? Does it come with a scope, scope mount, muzzle break? If it's just the rifle be prepared to possibly have to spend quite a bit to outfit it with that stuff. The scope mount and muzzle break can be hard to find IIRC. There was one for sale here on the Hide some time last year for $2200 and I don't think it sold.
Well, what caliber is it? Does it come with a scope, scope mount, muzzle break? If it's just the rifle be prepared to possibly have to spend quite a bit to outfit it with that stuff. The scope mount and muzzle break can be hard to find IIRC. There was one for sale here on the Hide some time last year for $2200 and I don't think it sold.
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I got one and it is every bit as accurate as my 2 GAP rifles. The stock is very adjustable and it fits me great. Probally the most comfortable rifle I have to shoot. Like everyone else said the action is very smooth and super fast to work. Only downside is the magazines and other accessories are pretty expensive. The only place I know that you can get barrels for them is from the manufactor so they are kinda pricey too. But the barrels swap out in only a min or two so they are a very nice switch barrel rifle.
I got one and it is every bit as accurate as my 2 GAP rifles. The stock is very adjustable and it fits me great. Probally the most comfortable rifle I have to shoot. Like everyone else said the action is very smooth and super fast to work. Only downside is the magazines and other accessories are pretty expensive. The only place I know that you can get barrels for them is from the manufactor so they are kinda pricey too. But the barrels swap out in only a min or two so they are a very nice switch barrel rifle.
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Thanks for the replies. It came with a clamp style base and double dovetail set-up like Leupold.
Anyhow, it sold.... Now I'll never know. 'Cause I'm sure not going to pay Blazer prices when I already have a really good .308 to shoot now.
Thanks again, all.
Thanks for the replies. It came with a clamp style base and double dovetail set-up like Leupold.
Anyhow, it sold.... Now I'll never know. 'Cause I'm sure not going to pay Blazer prices when I already have a really good .308 to shoot now.
Thanks again, all.
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There was a guy selling a Blaser R93 Tactical2 a bit ago - it never sold and he started to lower the price. I can't find the link but he had it on the hide and ar15. I was going to trade him until i started reading about the bold failures. I should have called like one-eyed-jack did and confirmed
that would have been a nice rifle to own (had bipod, trail spade, and the break) for around $4k i believe.
edit: found it "hawk gunner" 308 r93 tac2, and apparently there's another 338 tac2 out there too. Decent prices too?
There was a guy selling a Blaser R93 Tactical2 a bit ago - it never sold and he started to lower the price. I can't find the link but he had it on the hide and ar15. I was going to trade him until i started reading about the bold failures. I should have called like one-eyed-jack did and confirmed
edit: found it "hawk gunner" 308 r93 tac2, and apparently there's another 338 tac2 out there too. Decent prices too?
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I have one listed in the guns for sale...it really is a work of art in engineering. Also the bolt cannot release and slam back in your face, its almost physically impossible because the bolt head is really wide and when its locked, the collet fingers widen around it within the barrel, so it in effect has a 360 degree hunk of steel locking it in, it would literally have to crush the 360 degrees of steel for it to come out. Then the side of the barrel and the bolt head have a slit and a hole that would vent any over pressure safely off to the side of the rifle. Then of course the secondary lugs into the frame itself. So really this design is probably much safer than most other actions out there. Not to mention the firing system is a non-wearing rocker with a striker and breaks like a glass rod, amazing trigger. So when the safety is engaged, that rifle cannot have an accidental discharge because it requires sliding the safety off to cock the striker...kind of like a glock in that regard.
I'm the original owner of the one I have for sale. I just never got around to firing it. And as the years passed I'd rather it just go to someone who will use it vs. being in my collection.
I have one listed in the guns for sale...it really is a work of art in engineering. Also the bolt cannot release and slam back in your face, its almost physically impossible because the bolt head is really wide and when its locked, the collet fingers widen around it within the barrel, so it in effect has a 360 degree hunk of steel locking it in, it would literally have to crush the 360 degrees of steel for it to come out. Then the side of the barrel and the bolt head have a slit and a hole that would vent any over pressure safely off to the side of the rifle. Then of course the secondary lugs into the frame itself. So really this design is probably much safer than most other actions out there. Not to mention the firing system is a non-wearing rocker with a striker and breaks like a glass rod, amazing trigger. So when the safety is engaged, that rifle cannot have an accidental discharge because it requires sliding the safety off to cock the striker...kind of like a glock in that regard.
I'm the original owner of the one I have for sale. I just never got around to firing it. And as the years passed I'd rather it just go to someone who will use it vs. being in my collection.
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Don't buy it, have the guy call me and I'll take it off his hands. To add the the 3 R93's, 1 R8 and my K95 I already have.
Don't buy it, have the guy call me and I'll take it off his hands. To add the the 3 R93's, 1 R8 and my K95 I already have.
