Merkel Helix Speedster Schwarzwildfieber caliber .308 Win. with Helix silencer / available immediately

Helix Speedster – reinventing the skeleton stock. The Helix from Merkel has set standards in terms of ergonomics and intuitive handling as a linear repeater with a translated bolt. Now, the Suhl hunting rifle specialist is following up with a stock development that is tailored to the Helix system. The new SpeedStock is a plastic (skeleton stock) construction that takes completely new approaches for a hunting rifle. With the open-top OmegaGrip, this stock concept combines two classic stock principles into an ergonomic and fast new development. The OmegaGrip guides the hand and thumb during cycling – as if on rails. The SpeedStock is used for the first time exclusively in the new Helix Speedster.
RELAXED SHOOTING POSITIONLike the hole stock, the new SpeedStock allows for a relaxed mounting with a steep pistol grip and the trigger finger parallel to the barrel axis – both contribute to a reproducible, relaxed position and an optimal precision shot. The good ergonomics of classic hole stock designs reveal their weaknesses only during reloading: When quickly cycling, threading the thumb in and out of the stock hole is cumbersome. This problem is eliminated with the new SpeedStock. The thumb glides like on rails along the ergonomic stock shape into shooting position in the OmegaGrip – and back out when cycling. The cocking slider can also be easily operated with the thumb using the open SpeedStock without awkward repositioning – another safety and ergonomic advantage of the innovative stock.HOLE STOCK WITH HEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE CHEEK PIECEMerkel has further optimized its hole stock development. The automatically height-adjustable stock back MemoryCheek-Piece ensures a reproducible position on the cheek. A spring storage element with memory function silently and stepwise raises the stock back to the preset height at the push of a button.GRIPPY AND INDIVIDUALLY ADJUSTABLEThe stock is made from a high-tech plastic in a two-component process. Grippy, rubberized areas are integrated into the pistol grip, forend, and stock back. The surface of the SpeedStock is textured for better grip. Additionally, the stock length can be adjusted tool-free and easily to the shooter and their clothing. For this, Merkel offers stock cap carriers in various lengths that can be easily exchanged. The stock is screwed to the system from below via an eccentric-controlled body connector through the pistol grip. This elegant solution ensures that the gripping area is free of screw holes, which can sometimes hinder handling with conventional hole stocks. The push-button sling swivels used here are also practical: The securely locked rifle sling can be easily released on the shooting range and just as easily reattached later.The stock geometry with a straight stock back at the height of the barrel axis transmits recoil forces linearly to the shoulder; this reduces muzzle jump. The stiffness of the plastic construction determined in laboratory tests, combined with a microcellular damper in the stock cap, absorbs defined recoil forces and facilitates shooting even with strong calibers.SAFETY OF THE SHOOTERSafety is the good feeling of being able to pursue hunting carefree – because the rifle itself provides the best conditions for safety. The Helix lock is an evolution of the classic turn-head lock – no other principle secures repeaters more safely. In the Merkel RX Helix, the turn-head lock is combined with the Helix principle to create a linear repeater. The lock is encapsulated at the rear for additional safety and against contamination.UNINTENDED TRIGGERING The manual cocking mechanism of the RX Helix is located on the stock neck. It puts the system under tension only just before the shot with thumb pressure – and it can be just as easily relaxed again.SAFE FUNCTIONManual cocking systems sometimes suffer from a deficiency in ignition energy. For the RX Helix, a patented hammer system with a joint-driven firing pin has been developed that delivers maximum ignition energy: For a safe shot release.LINEAR REPEATINGRepeating in position is the king discipline of the quick follow-up shot. The RX Helix masters this discipline masterfully.D
ie Merkel RX Helix combines the rotating head lock with true linear repeating in the shooting position – without the slightest disturbing rotation or tipping movement as seen in other straight pull repeaters. The eye remains on the target, the chamber handle is positioned exactly above the trigger. The straight stock, in the tradition of Merkel African rifles, provides the necessary support for this movement.TRANSLATED STRAIGHT PULLThe linear movement of the chamber handle is transmitted to the bolt head in a 1:2 ratio. It moves softly and quietly into the locking mechanism in a special Helix track system – and also back out again. The repeating path is translated: the fastest repeating is guaranteed. This benefits quicker target acquisition and thus the precise follow-up shot.The bolt does not move beyond the neck of the stock towards the shooter's eye when repeating, which disturbs aiming in conventional systems. The movement in the Helix system only occurs within the system housing. The eye remains undisturbed on the target. Now for the second shot: Triggered by a finely adjustable direct trigger with a dry characteristic – that is true ergonomics.TAKE DOWNThe RX Helix is the first rifle developed not only for hunting but also for the journey there. Merkel defines a new quality of take down. The magic word for the tool-free disassembly of a hunting weapon is take down. With the Bolt Barrel System, Merkel has perfected the classic take down and implemented it in series for the first time in this class. This rifle can be disassembled into a size that fits almost into a briefcase with three simple movements. Even those with little practice can achieve this in a few seconds – and bring the RX.Helix to transport dimensions.BOLT BARREL SYSTEMThe revolution in the barrel. The Bolt Barrel System is behind the perfected Merkel take down: barrel, bolt head, and system are connected by a coupling mechanism that can be released by a single lever – tool-free.DEFINITELY SAFEThe Bolt Barrel System is ideal for the definitive securing of the rifle. The bolt head is no larger than a walnut and can be stored in a pocket – the rifle is thus safely protected against unauthorized use.EASY TO CLEANCleaning the barrel and bolt is also made child's play thanks to the Bolt Barrel System: remove the barrel, unscrew the bolt head – all parts are easily accessible and easy to clean.MountingA sight optic can be easily and cost-effectively attached. The top of the bolt sleeve is designed as a Weaver rail. The sight optic can be removed and reattached with two simple movements, without any changes to the point of impact. The eye relief can be varied (e.g., winter or summer clothing) by switching to one of the two rear cross studs of the Weaver prism.
Technical data:51 cm barrel lengthCaliber .308 Win.Semi-weight barrel with flutingquick-release sling swivelwith muzzle thread M15x1Removable sightsBore Snake in the pistol grip5-round magazineheight-adjustable buttstock (at the push of a button!)OmegaGripSoft-touch inlaystool-free removable butt platesDirect triggerManual safety Silencer Merkel HLX Suppressor caliber .30The new Merkel HLX Suppressor by B&T is a hunting silencer in caliber .30 / 7.62 mm, which is practically unique in its class.Instead of standard inserts or steel wool, this new silencer works with star baffles. These three-dimensional aluminum machined parts were developed for the law enforcement sector, where silencers must withstand much more than in normal hunting situations. This was exactly the goal that Merkel set – a silencer that is suitable not only for the occasional shot in the field but also for rapid fire sequences during driven hunts and in shooting ranges.In collaboration with the silencer specialist B&T (Thun, Switzerland), a silencer concept has been developed that delivers exactly that – high durability at practically hunting dimensions. With the HLX Suppressor, 30 shots are certified under normal conditions in the shooting range before it needs to be cooled back down to room temperature. Additionally, it reduces recoil when firing.Damping value: 30 dBThread: M15x1extended by 147 mmideal for rapid fire sequencesSale only to EWB.If you need a mount and/or a scope, we would be happy to provide you with an offer.We are happy to advise you at 038481/20801  regarding this product.