Description
Pedersoli has been building some of the finest 1886-pattern lever guns coming out of Italy for years, and the Guidemaster-X is what happens when they lean all the way into modern hunting. Chambered in .45-70 Government on the proven 86/71 action, this one trades walnut and bluing for a green synthetic stock and a silver Cerakote finish over the barrel and receiver. The result is a lever gun that shrugs off rain, mud, and truck bed abuse while still cycling with that smooth, solid feel Pedersoli actions are known for.
Why the Guidemaster-X Works in the Field
The 19 inch barrel keeps the rifle quick to shoulder and easy to maneuver in timber or a blind, and the threaded muzzle means you can run a brake or suppressor without a trip to the gunsmith. Up top, a receiver-mounted Picatinny rail gives you a straightforward home for a red dot, scout scope, or thermal, while the fiber optic front sight keeps you covered when you want to run it old school. The adjustable cheek riser is the detail that ties it together, letting you dial your head position for a proper sight picture whether you are behind glass or irons.
Big Bore Capacity and Handling
The tube magazine holds five rounds with one more in the chamber, which is plenty of .45-70 for hogs, black bear, deer, or anything else you would point a lever gun at. Checkering molded into the synthetic stock and forend keeps your grip locked in with wet gloves or bare hands.
A Pedersoli Boarbuster for the Modern Hunter
Part of Pedersoli's popular Boarbuster family, the Guidemaster-X is aimed squarely at hunters who love the lever action platform but want the durability and features of a current production rifle. It is a working gun with real craftsmanship behind it, and that combination is harder to find than it should be.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Davide Pedersoli
- Manufacturer Part Number: 010G732457
- UPC: 8029874034128
- Caliber: .45-70 Government
- Action: Lever Action (1886-style 86/71 platform)
- Barrel Length: 19" Threaded
- Capacity: 5+1
- Metal Finish: Silver Cerakote
- Stock: Green Synthetic with Adjustable Cheek Riser
- Sights: Fiber Optic Front
- Optics Mounting: Receiver-Mounted Picatinny Rail
- Magazine Type: Tubular
- Country of Origin: Italy
What’s Included
- Pedersoli Guidemaster-X rifle
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mount a scope or red dot on the Guidemaster-X?
Yes. The Guidemaster-X ships with a Picatinny rail mounted on the receiver, so a red dot, scout-style scope, or thermal optic bolts right on with standard rings or mounts. The fiber optic front sight is still there as a backup if you prefer to keep it simple.
Is the threaded barrel on the Pedersoli Guidemaster-X suppressor ready?
It is. The 19 inch barrel comes threaded from the factory, and Pedersoli's Boarbuster line uses the common 5/8×24 thread pattern, which covers most .45 caliber suppressors and muzzle brakes. A suppressed .45-70 lever gun makes a genuinely pleasant hunting setup.
What is the Guidemaster-X good for hunting?
The .45-70 Government is a proven heavy hitter on hogs, black bear, deer, and elk at practical woods ranges. With the short 19 inch barrel, 5+1 capacity, and weather-resistant synthetic stock, this rifle was built with brush hunting and hog control in mind. It carries well and comes up on target fast.
Is the Guidemaster-X the same as the Pedersoli Boarbuster?
The Guidemaster-X is part of Pedersoli's Boarbuster family, all built on the same 86/71 lever action. This version stands out with its silver Cerakote metalwork, green synthetic stock with adjustable cheek riser, threaded barrel, and receiver rail. Same rugged action, dressed for modern field use.




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