Blaser R8 Silence

The Blaser R8 Silence repeating rifle with the new integral silencer made of titanium achieves a sound reduction of the gunshot by 28 dB in caliber .308Win.
Completely tailored to protect the hearing of hunters and dogs, the R8 Silence still offers the familiar, first-class balance and handling that characterizes every R8 model. The rifle features a very attractive silhouette thanks to the "Bull-Barrel-Design." The R8 Silence is equipped with a two-part stock made of class 4 wood, optionally class 7 walnut, and a black system housing with a golden R8 inscription. The buttstock with Bavarian cheek piece and double fold has a straight comb, while the fore-end cap made of black ebony adds a contrasting accent.
A rubber butt pad completes the stock, reducing recoil and providing a slip-resistant resting place for the weapon.
A short compact stock is available as an option, and upgrades such as a stock magazine or pistol grip cap with engraved monogram or animal motif are possible. For the system, upgrade options include, for example, a titanium-nitrided or DLC-coated trigger, various chamber grip balls, and a gold-colored bolt chamber.
The Blaser straight-pull repeating system allows for lightning-fast shot sequences while maintaining a relaxed body position, without having to put down the weapon. This keeps the shooter's eye and the barrel of the weapon continuously on target. The time gained in target acquisition leads to a more secure shot release. The manual safety system is considered one of the best safety systems. No other mechanical safety can provide the security of a relaxed firing pin spring. The R8 is intentionally cocked just before the shot by pushing the cocking slider forward. To relax the system, a light pressure on the cocking slider is sufficient, and it glides back. At the same time, the weapon cannot be unintentionally opened, as the chamber grip is blocked when the bolt is relaxed and locked. If the magazine, including the trigger unit, is not in the weapon, the R8 cannot be cocked and is thus safe from unauthorized use.
The magazine change is quick and easy with a short press on the two release buttons, which are ideally positioned above the trigger. The magazine buttons can be locked, preventing unintentional removal of the magazine reliably.
The excellent trigger characteristics of the Blaser direct trigger with only 700 g trigger weight are the perfect prerequisite for a precise shot. Optionally, the Blaser Atzl trigger system is offered: the trigger weight can be adjusted to either 200 g or 600 g. Retrofitting is possible at the factory.
The modular Blaser principle: Every Blaser R8 repeating rifle is freely configurable. There are countless equipment variants that can be individually combined.
The Blaser R8 barrels and chambers are cold forged, making them perfectly concentric. They are characterized by high precision and durability. The barrel surface is plasma-nitrided and blued. The Silence ball barrels are manufactured in the standard barrel contour with a barrel profile of 17 mm at the muzzle in barrel lengths: 42 cm, 47 cm, 52 cm, without sights and with a barrel thread M 15x1.
The caliber selection for Blaser hunting rifles is generally enormous, but with the Blaser R8 Silence, it is limited to the most important calibers. With a Blaser R8, you can hunt any game species on any continent. Blaser distinguishes between different caliber groups: .22 LR, Mini, Standard, Medium, and Magnum. The reason is the modular Blaser principle. The Blaser R8 Silence systems and stocks can be individually combined with different barrel types in various calibers. When changing caliber groups, it is necessary to additionally replace the locking chamber and possibly the integral silencer. The large-area bedding of the barrel in the solid system housing ensures that the weapon shoots accurately again after a caliber change. Another advantage: the R8 can be disassembled and reassembled in seconds without changing the point of impact. Most R8 models are also available as complete left-hand versions with left-hand stock and left-hand system.
Included in the delivery: Cover caps for magazine and magazine well, hex key for disassembling the weapon, small tube of gun grease, user manual, warranty papers
Technical data of the weapon:

Type of weapon: Repeating rifle
Silencer: Integral silencer made of titanium
Direct trigger: approx. 700 g trigger weight
System: Manual cocking with straight pull bolt
Barrel length standard caliber: 42 cm or 47 cm
Barrel length magnum caliber: 52 cm
Weapon length standard caliber: 108 cm to 113 cm
Weapon length magnum caliber: 118 cm
Barrel contour: 17 mm at the muzzle
Barrel profile: smooth
Muzzle thread: M15x1
Sights: none
Magazine capacity: Standard 4+1 magazine, Magnum 3+1 magazine, removable
Stock material: Walnut stock class 4 or 7, fore-end cap made of ebony
Stock shape: Split stock, straight comb with Bavarian cheek piece and double fold
Stock length: 36.5 cm, optionally extendable
System housing: Dural in matte black finish with R8 logo, gold-colored
Barrel surface: blued and plasma-nitrided
Weight: approx. 3.5 kg