Sabre Defense LSR-50 MUST HAVE!

westford86

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I'm totally enamored by this thing. I don't know if it's intended to be a precision rifle or a .50 BMG assault rifle (that's how I plan on configuring it). Regardless, I don't care, I just want one. I have no logical reasoning here, it's just exactly what I've been hoping someone would make for years. Finally a .50 BMG plinker!


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Re: Sabre Defense LSR-50 MUST HAVE!

Between the ~17 pound weight and that massive muzzle brake I would definitely want to put a few rounds down range
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Re: Sabre Defense LSR-50 MUST HAVE!

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: westford86</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm totally enamored by this thing. I don't know if it's intended to be a precision rifle or a .50 BMG assault rifle (that's how I plan on configuring it). Regardless, I don't care, I just want one. I have no logical reasoning here, it's just exactly what I've been hoping someone would make for years. Finally a .50 BMG plinker!</div></div>

I'd say your hope has now been realized, mate
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Actually, it's not a Sabre Defence design, they'll just be manufacturing most of it. It was <span style="font-weight: bold">designed & developed by Charles St. George</span> (who also designed the original M17S [i.e. ART30] in 1986, & the Leader T2 5.56 in Australia, 1980)

The <span style="font-weight: bold">Leader LSR 50</span>
lsr50b.jpg

It is a cute 'baby' isn't it?

From the LSR 50 Shot Show brochure:
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Introducing the LSR 50 BMG gas operated semi-automatic bullpup rifle designed and developed by Charles St. George.
[...]

The LSR 50’s advantages include:
• Maraging steel barrel extension and bolt. The bolt head is triangular in design with a 45° locking rotation. Together these features give the LSR 50 one of the strongest actions used in small arms.

• Short-stroke piston surrounding the barrel eliminates muzzle climb allowing quicker sight recovery.

• Specially treated action parts obviate the need for lubrication.

• Auto-closing dust cover minimizes dirt and debris entering the action.

• 10-round detachable box magazine of proprietary design.

• Chrome Vanadium MIL-SPEC certification barrel.

• Low recoil impulse comparable to the .30-06 Garand.

• Weight empty: 17 lbs (7.7 kg).

• Length overall: 39 inches (990.6 mm) with 24-inch (609.6 mm) barrel.
....
Patents Pending. Leader 50 and LSR 50 are registered trademarks of C2JS Holdings, LLC</div></div>
According to the designer, its MSRP should be a reasonable $6800.
 
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Re: Sabre Defense LSR-50 MUST HAVE!

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: FemmeFire</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

I'd say your hope has now been realized, mate
smile.gif

Actually, it's not a Sabre Defence design, they'll just be manufacturing most of it. It was <span style="font-weight: bold">designed & developed by Charles St. George</span> (who also designed the original M17S [i.e. ART30] in 1986, & the Leader T2 5.56 in Australia, 1980)

The <span style="font-weight: bold">Leader LSR 50</span>
lsr50b.jpg

It is a cute 'baby' isn't it?

According to the designer, its MSRP should be a reasonable $6800.
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Its semblance to the M17S was one of the first things I noticed.

$6800 is a lot, now I need to sell a camera... I've got to question if the price is justified, or if the companies are just jacking it up because of the 50BMG factor? Anyway, thanks for the good info, I couldn't find it anywhere; and good first post.
 
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Re: Sabre Defense LSR-50 MUST HAVE!

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: westford86</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
Its semblance to the M17S was one of the first things I noticed.

$6800 is a lot, now I need to sell a camera... I've got to question if the price is justified, or if the companies are just jacking it up because of the 50BMG factor? Anyway, thanks for the good info, I couldn't find it anywhere; and good first post. </div></div>
I hear ya, it does sound like a lot when you don't have the cash on hand (it is a pricey caliber anyway), but considering Barrett sells his .50 semi-auto from $8,900 – $11,700 (which kicks so bad most civilian buyers only ever fire it once!) with none of the LSR's advantages, it doesn't seem quite so bad, eh
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I do know that in marketing terms the psychological factor is always an important consideration when launching something really new to retain credibility/prestige and competitive edge — it's a tricky balance. For example, if it were priced too much lower than Barrett's, potential buyers might wonder why and if it wasn't as good as claimed; too high and they could shy off.

Well, good news is you probably have about 6 months lead time to save up for the first production lot
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UPDATE: scans of the Leader LSR 50 brochure
 
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BERTMAN77MK2</div><div class="ubbcode-body">must be an EXTREMELY efficient brake!!! </div></div> For an interview with the Leader LSR 50 designer, Charles St. George, explaining why it kicks less than a Garand .30-06, go to http://www.nranews.com & click Program Guides then on <span style="font-weight: bold">Jan 19</span> for the <span style="font-weight: bold">Cam & Co 1/19/11</span> video, skip to 02:26:20

cstgeorgenranews.jpg

[Charles St. George at left]
"The lighter the gun, the more efficient the brake"
 
#12
Re: Sabre Defense LSR-50 MUST HAVE!

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: FemmeFire</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BERTMAN77MK2</div><div class="ubbcode-body">must be an EXTREMELY efficient brake!!! </div></div> For an interview with the Leader LSR 50 designer, Charles St. George, explaining why it kicks less than a Garand .30-06, go to http://www.nranews.com & click Program Guides then on <span style="font-weight: bold">Jan 19</span> for the <span style="font-weight: bold">Cam & Co 1/19/11</span> video, skip to 02:26:20

cstgeorgenranews.jpg

[Charles St. George at left]
"The lighter the gun, the more efficient the brake" </div></div>

Good info there. The only thing I'm left wondering is how well is it expected to perform when it comes to accuracy?
 
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Re: Sabre Defense LSR-50 MUST HAVE!

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: GSRswapandslow</div><div class="ubbcode-body">didn't all these guys just go to prison? </div></div>

Not sure if all went, but I'm sure quite a few will.
 
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