NRA Gun of the Week: Mossberg Patriot

American Hunter Staff

posted on August 11, 2015

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Mossberg announced its new Patriot bolt-action rifle at SHOT Show 2015, and the positive response was immediate. In our full print review, Richard Mann said "The Mossberg Patriot just might be the rifle for those with champagne tastes who are living on a beer budget." Our friends at American Rifleman have further honored the Patriot in naming it an NRA Gun of the Week. You can get a closer look at the new release in the video embedded above.

Technical Specifications:

• Type: bolt-action repeating centerfire rifle
• Caliber: .308 Win. (tested), other short-action, long-action and magnum chamberings available
• Barrel: 22"; 1:10-inch RH twist; spiral fluting
• Magazine: detachable box; 5-rnd. capacity
• Trigger: single-stage, user-adjustable Lightning Bolt Action; 3-lb. pull weight
• Sights: none; Weaver-style bases included for mounting optics
• Safety: two-position toggle
• Stock: straight-comb walnut with stippled grip panels; LOP 13¾"
• Metal Finish: matte blue
• Overall Length: 42¾"
• Weight: 7 lbs.
• MSRP: $550

More Mossberg Patriot Coverage:
• Hardware: Mossberg's Patriot (Written Review)

For more information, go to Mossberg.com.

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