Sauer 505 Synchro XT Black Outback

The Sauer 505 Synchro XT Black Outback bolt-action rifle combines proven Sauer precision with an ergonomic polymer stock
There was great anticipation regarding what the gunsmiths from J.P. Sauer & Sohn would present after ten years as the successor to their successful model, the Sauer 404. The Sauer 505 bolt-action rifle features a solid steel receiver, but thanks to perfect skeletonization during machining, it weighs only 732 g. Combined with the ergonomic stock and cold-hammered barrel, you get a hunting rifle with the proven Sauer precision since 1751. The Outback configuration aims to equip an all-round rifle. The Australian wilderness gave this package its name, and the equipment of this version of the Sauer 505 bolt-action rifle is designed to withstand its harsh conditions.

DLC Coating
In this version of the Sauer 505, the surfaces of the barrel and receiver are refined with a DLC coating. DLC stands for "Diamond like Carbon," meaning "diamond-like carbon." This type of coating is very environmentally friendly and biocompatible compared to galvanic coatings. Through a thin-film coating process, the coated components become particularly resistant and very smooth.

The StockThe stock of this version of the Sauer 505 is the polymer hole stock Synchro XT Black. Its ergonomic design, which brings elegance and dynamism into a symbiosis, immediately catches the eye. You can adjust the cheek piece to your personal physical needs when aiming and shooting using the height-adjustable stock comb. The stock length is 36.5 cm. Polymer is a lightweight and extremely durable material, allowing you to use your Sauer 505 Synchro XT Black regularly in adverse weather conditions without damaging the material. With the Synchro XT Black stock, your Sauer 505 is literally an all-weather rifle.

The System: Steel Receiver and BoltThe heart of the Sauer 505 is its system with an extremely smooth one-piece bolt, which is housed in a solid steel receiver. The bolt is also made of steel, longer than in the predecessor model, and made from a single piece. This allows for reduced friction losses and a smooth chambering process, resulting in quiet cycling. Since you likely chose a rifle of this type also for the feel of the action during cycling, you will experience particular joy with the Sauer 505.

The Manual SafetyThe manual safety, which already distinguished the Sauer 404, has been further developed. It is now even easier to operate and makes your Sauer 505 even safer. With a light thumb pressure, the system can be cocked immediately before the shot, and it is just as easy to release to unload in the relaxed state.

Trigger“The trigger, however, is the real showstopper,” writes Wolfram Osgyan in his test report (Wild und Hund, Issue 3/2024, p. 51), “free of play, without creeping or dragging.” The Quattro trigger with four weight settings ensures that the trigger is crisp and you have the precisely suitable trigger weight. You can individually adjust the triggers to 350, 750, 1,000, and 1,250 g as needed. The adjustment is easily done with the front stock removed using the Sauer universal key.

The BarrelThe barrel of the Sauer 505 is cold-hammered, allowing for highly precise shots. The muzzle diameter is 17 mm, and the muzzle is equipped with an M15x1 thread for a suppressor. The standard barrels have a smooth contour, but you can also opt for a fluted barrel if desired. Fluting increases the barrel surface area, allowing heat to dissipate better during rapid fire sequences, preventing mirage from disturbing your aim. Additionally, it reduces the weight of the barrel. Depending on your caliber choice, the barrel length ranges from 42 cm to 56 cm.

The stocks and barrels are, by the way, compatible with the Sauer 404, so you can use those from your 404 or still utilize your old rifle with the new stock and barrel as a second or backup rifle.

MagazineThe magazine is made of polymer, like the Sauer 505 Synchro XT Black stock, making it lighter than its metal predecessor. The magazines are designed for the selected calibers and hold 2 to 5 cartridges. The integrated magazine safety MagLock prevents unintentional activation of the magazine release button.

Technical Data

Type: Bolt-action rifle
Locking: 6-lug locking directly in the barrel
Trigger: Direct trigger Sauer Quattro, trigger weight adjustable in four stages: 350 g, 750 g, 1000 g, or 1250 g
Material trigger guard: Polymer
Material trigger blade: Polymer
Safety: Manual safety
Magazine type: removable, can be fixed with magazine safety "MagLock"
Magazine base: Polymer Black
Barrel: cold-hammered
Barrel surface: DLC coating
Barrel length: depending on caliber between 42 cm and 56 cm
Barrel contour: Standard 17 mm
Barrel thread: M 15x1
Surface receiver: DLC coating
Stock shape: Hole stock
Fore-end: integrated Sauer universal key under the sling swivel
Stock material: Polymer Black
System: Steel, matte black
Weight: including barrel: approx. 3.5 kg