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The .243 Winchester has been putting deer and antelope on the ground for generations, and it pairs beautifully with a rifle like this one. The X-Bolt 2 Hunter Composite is the second generation of Browning's flagship bolt gun, and the updates are more than skin deep. The receiver was redesigned with additional bolt guidance surface, so the spiral-fluted bolt runs smoother and faster than the original X-Bolt, and the short 60 degree lift keeps your hand clear of the scope when you cycle a follow-up shot.
The big story here is the Vari-Tech composite stock. Length of pull adjusts to match your build and your layers, the comb height adjusts to line your eye up behind the optic, and interchangeable grip modules let you dial in the wrist angle you prefer. Getting a proper stock fit is one of the most overlooked pieces of shooting well, and this setup means a shorter-framed hunter, a new shooter, and a six-footer in a heavy parka can all shoot the same rifle comfortably. That flexibility makes this a smart pick for a family deer rifle or a first centerfire that will grow with somebody.
The 22 inch sporter-contour barrel is free floated, the action is bedded, and the muzzle comes threaded M13x0.75 with a radial brake installed and a thread protector in the box. On a mild cartridge like the .243, that brake makes recoil nearly an afterthought. The DLX trigger is a three-lever design with essentially zero creep and overtravel, set at a crisp 3.5 pounds from the factory and adjustable from there. Feeding comes from a detachable 4-round rotary magazine that stacks rounds smoothly and drops free when you need it to.
The receiver is drilled and tapped for Browning's X-Lock mounting system, so plan on adding a scope since there are no iron sights. At roughly six and a half pounds bare, it carries easily all day and balances well offhand. Matte blued metal and a no-frills black synthetic stock keep glare down and shrug off weather, exactly what you want from a working hunting rifle.
No, this rifle ships without sights or optics. The receiver comes drilled and tapped for Browning's X-Lock scope mounting system, which uses four screws per base instead of the usual two for a rock-solid hold. Budget for a quality scope and rings when you pick this one up.
The second generation gets a redesigned receiver with more bolt guidance surface for smoother, faster cycling, plus a new spiral-fluted bolt with an updated handle knob. The biggest upgrade on this Composite model is the Vari-Tech stock, which adds adjustable length of pull, adjustable comb height, and swappable grip modules. The trigger was also updated to the three-lever DLX design.
It's one of the best. The .243 delivers plenty of punch for deer and antelope while producing noticeably less recoil than a .270 or .30-06, and the included muzzle brake tames it even further. Combined with the adjustable stock on this rifle, it makes an excellent first big game setup or a great pick for anyone who'd rather not get beat up at the bench.
The muzzle is threaded M13x0.75, which is a metric thread pitch, so you'll need a suppressor or adapter that matches. Many suppressor makers offer M13x0.75 mounts or thread adapters that convert to the more common 5/8×24. The rifle includes a thread protector for running the barrel clean when nothing is attached.
| UPC | 023614854098 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 036003211 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 22" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .243 Winchester |
| Capacity | 4 + 1 |
| Color | BLUED |
| Length | 53.6500 |
| Number of Magazines | 1 4 rd. |
| Package Height | 3.5 |
| Package Width | 9.8 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Shipping Weight | 9.35 |
| Sights | No |
| Model |
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