The GOL-Sniper Magnum is a

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. The rifle is available in tactical as well as sporting and match configurations. GOL-Sniper rifles are based on custom Magnum Mauser actions, manufactured by Prechtl Waffen.

Design

The rifle was designed by professional German gunsmith Gottfried Prechtl, who specializes in custom

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rifles. The bolt-action is based on Mauser's M98 Magnum system, which was introduced in the late 19th century on the Mauser

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. Each rifle is custom made per requisitions of every customer, whether it is for tactical or sporting purposes, resulting in many options and configurations. A Sto-Con

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forms the body of the rifle which is mounted with a Lothar Walther precision barrel and Mauser bolt. The walnut stock increases the flexibility of the rifle butt and therefore reduces recoil allowing for more precision when shooting.

Users

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References

External links

Gottfried Prechtl
– Manufacturer website

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