Sauer 505 Synchro XT Black Elegance

The Sauer 505 Synchro XT Black Elegance 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, which, thanks to perfect skeletonization during machining, weighs only 732 g. Combined with the ergonomic stock and the cold-hammered barrel, you get a hunting rifle with the proven Sauer precision since 1751. In the Elegance configuration, the focus is on the beauty of the hunting rifle. Sauer describes its 505 model as "the most beautiful bolt-action rifle in the world" – with this equipment, that could very well be true.

DLC CoatingIn the Elegance version, 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.
Sun CutThe bolt of your Sauer 505 bolt-action rifle in the Elegance version is enhanced with a sun cut. In this process, the surface is worked with a grinding wheel in such a way that a sunbeam-like iridescence radiates from the center. When you move the treated surface, the angle of incidence of the light changes, and the ground area seems to rotate in a circle. The ball of the bolt handle is knurled and adorned with the Sauer screw.
The StockThe described refinements form a harmonious unit with the polymer stock Synchro XT Black, which immediately catches the eye. Its ergonomic design brings elegance and dynamism into a symbiosis. 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 mm. Polymer is a lightweight and extremely durable material, allowing you to use this stock on your Sauer 505 regularly in adverse weather conditions without damaging the material. The stock is compatible with the predecessor model, the Sauer 404..

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 that of the predecessor model, and manufactured from a single piece. This allows for quieter cycling due to reduced friction losses and a smooth chambering process. Since you likely chose a rifle of this type also for the feel of the action during cycling, you will experience great pleasure 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 that you have the precisely suitable trigger weight. You can individually adjust the trigger weights to 350, 750, 1,000, and 1,250 g as needed. The adjustment is simple with the fore-end removed using the Sauer universal key.

The BarrelThe cold-hammered barrel of the Sauer 505 rifle allows for extremely precise results when shooting. The length of the barrel is determined by the caliber you have chosen. It is equipped with an M15x1 muzzle thread and is delivered without sights.

MagazineThe magazine is made of polymer, just like the Sauer 505 Synchro XT Black Elegance 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 release of the magazine 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

Barrel length: depending on caliber from 42 cm to 62 cm
Barrel contour: Standard 17 mm
Barrel thread: M15x1

Receiver surface: DLC

Bolt surface: Sun cut

Bolt handle ball: Knurled aluminum, Ø 23 mm, adorned with Sauer screw

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