The repeater rifle is usually the first hunting weapon that young hunters buy. While it is not as versatile as, for example, the classic drilling, it has lost some popularity due to its high weight and complicated handling. However, with a repeater rifle and the right caliber, all local ungulates can be hunted on stalk, stand, or driven hunts - with full metal jacket bullets, even predators. A new repeater rifle with scope and mount easily costs 4,000-6,000 euros. However, there are also some high-quality repeaters from relatively unknown as well as renowned manufacturers that are available for little money. Here are our favorites in the entry-level price range:
Mauser 18 (RRP approx. 1200 euros)
The Mauser 18, also marketed as the "people's repeater," is pure craftsmanship without frills. The rifle for everyone and at any time with an almost unbeatable price-performance ratio. The weapon is only available with various synthetic stocks, which are very robust and durable. By default, the weapon is equipped with a 5-shot magazine, making it perfect for driven hunts. The barrel of the repeater rifle is made of cold-hammered steel in famous Mauser quality. The dry-standing adjustable direct trigger guarantees safer hits, and the silent three-position safety, which acts on the trigger sear, ensures safety. We also find that the simply designed, completely black weapon meets high aesthetic demands. The Mauser M18 is available in the most significant calibers: .223 Rem, .243 Win., .270 Win., 6.5x55, 6.5 PRC, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win, .30-06 Sprg, 8x57 IS, 9.3x62, 7mm Rem. and .300 Win. Mag. The barrel length is 56 cm, and for magnum calibers, it is 62 cm. Regarding the caliber groups, the weight also differs: 2.9 kg for standard calibers and 3.0 kg for magnum calibers.
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Mercury 870 (RRP approx. 850 euros)
The Mercury 870 repeater rifles are available in various versions with wooden, plastic stocks, and wood-look plastic stocks and are very popular due to their ease of use and reliability. The receiver of all Mercury 870 models is made from a solid piece of chrome-nickel steel, and the barrel is cold-hammered. Locking is done via two massive locking lugs directly in the chamber. On the right side of the action, there is a two-position sliding safety that acts directly on the trigger. The repeater rifle is available in various calibers from .222 Remington to 9.3 x 62. Depending on the magazine, the weapon can be loaded with 4+1 or 5+1 shots. The trigger features a set trigger for high-precision shooting performance.
Haenel Jäger 10 (RRP approx. 1500 euros)
The Haenel Jäger 10 repeater rifle impresses with its excellent price/performance ratio and is 100% "Made in Germany." The Jäger 10 is offered in various versions, from the higher-quality Timber version in wood class 4, two variants with camouflage surfaces, three varmint versions, as well as a short tracker and a precision rifle. The stock of this leading repeater rifle has a straight back, with a long German cheek piece depending on the version. The synthetic stocks are made from the latest high-tech plastic. The metal parts are matte black blued. For female hunters, the weapon is available with a special lady's stock, where the buttstock has been shortened, and the pistol grip has been placed in a steeper position. Additionally, a softer, shock-absorbing rubber cap has been added to the end of the buttstock. Basically, the bolt of the Jäger 10 has six large lugs on the chamber head and runs perfectly in the receiver. The opening angle of the repeating process is only 60 degrees, allowing for both quick cycling and a very flat scope mount. The trigger is a dry-standing direct trigger. By opening the chamber, the weapon is automatically uncocked, ensuring safe handling. The removable magazine consists of a steel sheet body and holds 3 + 1 cartridges by default. The rifle comes standard with a driven hunt sight with a luminous bead. The safety is located to the right of the action and has a separate chamber lock that allows unloading in a secured state. The Jäger 10 repeater rifle is standardly equipped with a Picatinny rail, allowing all common scopes to be mounted without any problems.
CZ 557 Night Sky (RRP approx. 1000 euros)
The repeaters of the CZ 557 series, based on the technical design of the famous Mauser K98, are highly modern rifles with a modern yet timeless design. The cold-hammered barrel, the adjustable trigger resistance, the trigger travel, the one-piece receiver, the extremely smooth bolt, the adjustable sights with luminous bead, and the side two-position sliding safety are the essential features of this series optimized for precision and reliability. The CZ 557 comes standard with a 16.5mm mounting rail and a 4+1 shot magazine in all standard calibers.
Browning A-Bolt 3 (RRP approx. 800 euros)
The A-Bolt 3 repeater rifle from the traditional American manufacturer Browning combines a modern system with proven Browning® quality. The A-Bolt 3 rifle offers precision and performance at a very budget-friendly price-performance ratio. The weapon is characterized by its fast and secure locking and unlocking system, its tilting magazine, and its recoil-absorbing stock cap of Inflex™ technology. The hunting weapon is primarily intended for stand hunting and combines extreme precision with proven robustness. The essential feature of this model is its equipment with an externally threaded barrel (M14x1). The Browning A-Bolt 3 is offered in the calibers .243 Win., .308 Win., .30-06 Spr., and .300 Win. Mag. The barrel length of the approximately 3 kg lightweight weapon corresponds to the caliber: .243 Win.: 56 cm; .308 Win.: 50.8 cm; .30-06 Spr.: 53 cm; .300 Win. Mag.: 61 cm. The rifle comes with steel mounting bases for scope mounting.
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