Sauer 505 Artemis Elegance

The Sauer 505 Artemis Elegance bolt-action rifle with its ErgoCompact wooden stock is particularly tailored to the needs of female hunters
The namesake of this version of the Sauer 505 bolt-action rifle is Artemis, the Greek goddess of hunting. There is a reason for this, as the Sauer 505 Artemis Highland rifle is specifically configured for female hunters. Homer referred to Artemis as the "forest-wandering" and "mistress of the accurate arrows." If Homer were to compose his epics today, it would likely have become "the forest-wandering mistress of the accurate hunting rifle" in reference to the new model from J.P. Sauer & Sohn. The new Sauer 505 rifle from the Allgäu gunsmiths is characterized by its solid steel housing, which, despite the robust material, contributes only 732 g to the total weight of the rifle. From the compact stock to the precise steel housing and the cold-hammered barrel, female hunters will be thrilled with this rifle. 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, this could very well be true.
DLC CoatingIn this version of the Sauer 505, the surfaces of the barrel and housing are refined with a DLC coating. DLC stands for "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 chamber handle is knurled and adorned with the Sauer screw.
The StockThe special features of the ErgoCompact wooden stock are its compact dimensions, the steeply rising drop towards the rear, a slender pistol grip, and the reduced distance of the shooting hand to the trigger. With this special ergonomic design, the needs of the female physique are met, regardless of the shooting position the hunter uses to aim with her Sauer 505 rifle. The body remains relaxed while aiming and shooting and does not have to tense up because the rifle is oversized. This greatly increases accuracy. The stock is made of walnut and is offered in wood classes 2-5.
The System: Steel Housing and BoltThe components of the Sauer 505 rifle system are made of solid steel, both the housing and the one-piece bolt. Steel has a significant advantage over aluminum in that it generates much less friction. Therefore, with the Sauer 505 system, you have a super smooth chambering and quiet cycling.
The Manual SafetyThe manual safety is highly comfortable and secure at the same time. The Sauer 505 model has undergone further development compared to its predecessors, both in terms of usability and safety. By extending the cocking path, even less effort is required, which is also beneficial for female hunters. With a light thumb pressure, you can cock your rifle just before the shot, and just as easily relax it afterward to unload.
TriggerThe Sauer 505 features a Quattro trigger with four weight settings, ensuring that the trigger breaks crystal clear and you have the individually suitable trigger weight. Settings of 350 g, 750 g, 1,000 g, and 1,250 g are possible. The adjustment is made with the "Sauer Universal Key" (SUS) when the fore-end is pulled back, which can be optionally placed in the fore-end; the "Sauer Mini Universal Key" (MUS) is included as standard. A precisely adjusted trigger prevents jerking during the shot and missing the target. The trigger guard is made of aluminum in the Elegance version.
The BarrelThe cold-hammered barrel of the Sauer 505 allows for extremely precise results. The muzzle diameter is standardly 17 mm, and the muzzle is equipped with an M15x1 thread for a sound suppressor. The Sauer 505 bolt-action rifle is delivered with a barrel with a smooth profile and without sights. The barrel length varies between 42 cm and 62 cm, depending on the caliber.
MagazineThe magazine of the Sauer 505 rifle is made of polymer, which slightly reduces the weight. The magazines are designed for the chosen calibers and hold between 2 to 5 cartridges, depending on the version. An unintentional release of the magazine button is prevented by the integrated magazine safety MagLock.
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: Aluminum
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: between 42 cm and 62 cm, depending on caliber
Barrel Contour: Standard 17 mm
Sights: optional
Barrel Thread: M15x1
Housing Surface: DLC coating
Bolt Surface: polished
Chamber Handle Ball: anodized aluminum, knurled and with Sauer logo, Ø 23 mm
Stock Shape: Wooden stockStock Wood Classes: 2-5
Fore-end: integrated Sauer (Mini) universal key under the sling swivel
System: Steel, matte black
Weight: including barrel: approx. 3.4 kg

Please note that the wood classes shown in the photos may differ from the actual designated wood classes. The images are for illustrative purposes only to represent the firearm models.