Description
Carrying a rifle up a mountain is a lot more pleasant when it weighs 6.5 pounds, and that is exactly the point of the Bergara B-14 Crest Carbon. Bergara took their proven B-14 action and wrapped it in carbon fiber from end to end. The stock is a true 100 percent carbon fiber Monte Carlo design built with an internal spine for rigidity, made using CF-RTM construction borrowed from the aerospace world. Up front sits Bergara's CURE carbon fiber barrel, which uses a proprietary carbon weave with embedded stainless strands to pull heat away from the bore. That design tackles the consistency problems that gave older carbon barrels a bad name, so your point of impact stays put as the barrel warms up.
Why the Crest Carbon Makes Sense in 7mm PRC
The 7mm PRC chambering is a natural fit here. Flat trajectories, excellent ballistic coefficients, and plenty of energy for elk, mule deer, and anything else you would chase in open country. The 22-inch barrel runs a 1:8 twist to stabilize the long, heavy bullets this cartridge was designed around, and the 5/8×24 threaded muzzle wears an Omni brake out of the box to tame recoil. Swap it for a suppressor whenever you like. Bergara backs the B-14 line with a sub-MOA guarantee at 100 yards using factory match-grade ammo, so you know the accuracy is there before you ever chamber a round.
Details That Set the B-14 Crest Carbon Apart
The Bergara Performance trigger comes set around 3 pounds and adjusts from 1.5 to 3.5 pounds with a simple Allen key, no gunsmith trip required. Feeding comes from a detachable 5-round AICS-compatible magazine, and the M5 cutout in the stock lets you convert to a traditional floorplate down the road if you want to shave a few more ounces. Length-of-pull spacers let you dial in the fit. The whole package wears Sniper Gray Cerakote on the barrel and receiver, which shrugs off the wet, cold, and abuse that backcountry hunts dish out. This is a serious mountain rifle built the right way.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Bergara
- Model: B-14 Crest Carbon
- MPN: B14LM7513CF
- UPC: 043125016662
- Caliber: 7mm PRC
- Action: Bolt Action (B-14 Two-Lug)
- Barrel: 22" CURE Carbon Fiber, Threaded 5/8×24
- Twist Rate: 1:8
- Muzzle Device: Omni Muzzle Brake
- Capacity: 5+1
- Magazine: Detachable AICS-Compatible
- Stock: 100% Carbon Fiber Monte Carlo with Internal Spine
- Trigger: Bergara Performance, Adjustable 1.5-3.5 lbs
- Finish: Sniper Gray Cerakote
- Weight: 6.5 lbs
- Sights: None, Drilled and Tapped Receiver
What’s Included
- Bergara B-14 Crest Carbon rifle
- One 5-round AICS-style detachable magazine
- Omni muzzle brake (installed)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bergara B-14 Crest Carbon accurate enough for long-range hunting?
Yes. Bergara guarantees sub-MOA groups at 100 yards with factory match-grade ammunition across the B-14 line. The CURE carbon barrel is engineered to manage heat so your zero stays consistent through follow-up shots, and the rigid carbon stock keeps everything stable. Paired with 7mm PRC ballistics, it is well suited for shots at extended hunting distances.
Can I put a suppressor on the B-14 Crest Carbon?
The muzzle is threaded 5/8×24, which is the standard pattern for most magnum-bore suppressors and muzzle devices. Just remove the factory Omni brake and thread on your can. The 22-inch barrel keeps overall length reasonable even with a suppressor attached.
Is the trigger adjustable on this rifle?
It is. The Bergara Performance trigger arrives set around 3 pounds and adjusts anywhere from 1.5 to 3.5 pounds using a simple Allen key. No gunsmith is needed, so you can tune it to your preference right at the bench.
Does the Bergara Crest Carbon come with a scope or sights?
No, this rifle ships without sights or optics. The receiver is drilled and tapped, so you just need to add bases or a rail plus rings and your scope of choice. Given the long-range capability of the 7mm PRC cartridge, a quality variable-power optic makes the most of this platform.




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