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Browning BAR semi-auto
Model: Browning BAR Mk IIThe name of this weapon has caused some confusion when discussing it. While the M1918 Browning Automatic Rifle, or BAR, was a squad automatic weapon used in World War II, this Browning BAR is a semi-automatic hunting rifle chambered in a large variety of cartridges. The BAR is unusual in that the magazine floorplate is hinged, allowing for the magazine to hang from the bottom of the rifle for loading. The latest redesign is from 2004 and the rifle is still in manufacture.
There are several models, Safari being the most luxurious and including an engraved steel receiver, high-quality walnut stock, and the Ballistic Optimized Shooting System (BOSS) for reducing recoil and enhancing accuracy via an adjustable muzzle break and weight. The Lightweight Stalker has a plain aluminum alloy receiver, matte black synthetic stock, and iron sights. The LongTrac and ShortTrac models have a plain aluminum alloy receiver, plastic trigger guard and floorplate, and stylized stock; the basic rifle has a plain walnut stock, the Stalker has a matte black synthetic stock, and the Mossy Oak has a composite stock and the entire rifle is painted in camouflage.
| Specifications: | |
| Weight: | 6lb (2.7kg) to 8lb (3.6kg) |
| Length: | 41in (1,041mm) to 45in (1,143mm) |
| Barrel Length: | 20in (508mm) to 24in (610mm) |
| Cartridge: | .243 WSSM .270 WSM .280 Remington .30-06 .308 Winchester 7mm Remington Magnum .300 Win Mag .338 Win Mag |
| Action: | Gas-operated |
| Muzzle Velocity: | XX ft/s (XX m/s). |
| Effective Range: | XXX yd (XXX m). |
| Feed System: | Hinged, detachable box magazine. 3 (magnum calibers), 4 (standard) |
| Sights: | Front post, adjustable rear notch (Lightweight Stalker variant only) |
Where to find
The BAR is a high quality weapon that can be found in any reputable store that sells hunting weapons. This quality commands a high price, with price ranging from $1000 to $1500 depending on the model and specifications.
Complexity
The BAR is a hunting rifle, not a combat rifle. While noted for its reliability out in the field, very few (if any) rifles have actually seen combat conditions. Keep this in mind and make sure your rifle is kept clean.
Controls
- Safety: Located behind the trigger as a cross-bolt. Push right to left for FIRE, left to right for SAFE.
- Magazine latch: Located in front of the trigger.
- Bolt release lever: Located on the right side of the receiver above the magazine housing.
- Charging handle: Located on the right side of the upper receiver.
Loading
Condition One, or "Locked and Cocked." Chamber loaded, magazine full, hammer cocked and safety applied.
- Point in a safe direction. Critical step in case it accidentally discharges!
- Push the safety from left to right to activate it.
- Pull the magazine latch back to release the magazine. Pull it downward on its hinge and let it hang freely.
- Pull the charging handle all the way back until it locks. Take a single cartridge and insert it into the chamber through the ejection port. Press the bolt release lever and let the bolt snap shut.
- Insert the necessary number of cartridges into the magazine until it is full, then push the magazine back up until it clicks into place.
- Cannot be done.
Condition Three. Chamber empty, magazine full, hammer down, safety off.
- Point in a safe direction. Critical step in case it accidentally discharges!
- Pull the magazine latch back to release the magazine. Pull it downward on its hinge and let it hang freely.
- Insert the necessary number of cartridges into the magazine until it is full, then push the magazine back up until it clicks into place.
Unloading
How to unload the firearm and make safe. Presented in a numbered list.
- Point in a safe direction. Critical step in case it accidentally discharges!
- Push the safety from left to right to activate it.
- Pull the magazine latch back to release the magazine. Pull the magazine away from the floorplate and set it aside. Close the floorplate.
- Pull the charging handle all the way back and examine the chamber for ammunition.
- Push the bolt release lever to close the bolt.
- Deactivate the safety.
- Pull the trigger.
Field Stripping
How to disassemble the firearm for cleaning. Presented in a numbered list.
- Point in a safe direction. Critical step in case it accidentally discharges!
- Unload the weapon as described above. Release the magazine so it is hanging down.
- Push in the two trigger guard pins from either the left or right side of the receiver with a punch.
- Pull the trigger assembly from the receiver.
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