New Savage Impulse Is A Straight-Pull Bolt-Action Rifle
If you want more speed from a bolt-action rifle, the Savage Impulse might be the gun for you. Savage Arms has just introduced the Impulse, which is a line of American-made rifles that feature a unique straight-pull action. It refines the basic function of the conventional bolt into one fast and intuitive movement. The key to the Impulse’s lightning-fast functionality is the new action, which is built around Hexlock, a robust lockup that allows for the rifle’s reliability, speed, safety and accuracy.
Savage Impulse Is Built For Speed
“Impulse will redefine the way you think about straight-pull rifles,” said Al Kasper, president and CEO of Savage Arms. “We’ve studied more than a century’s worth of straight-pull actions and kept running up against the same conundrum; straight pull actions are fast, but they don’t inspire confidence. Speed means nothing if you can’t hit what you’re aiming at. Impulse changes that. We’ve brought our tradition of accuracy into the mix to make the fastest, most accurate straight-pull rifles ever built.”
Impulse rifles are built for speed. The smooth bolt throw allows a shooter to cycle rounds intuitively, without the need for the standard four changes-of-direction common to a conventional bolt’s path-of-travel. When every second counts, Impulse reduces split times and allows for a shooter to manipulate the bolt without losing their cheek weld. The bolt travels out and back and shooters don’t have to take their eyes off the target. This increase in speed is essential to making effective follow-up shots.
Hexlock System Locks The Action
At the heart of Impulse’s bolt is Hexlock. Six hardened steel bearings lock the bolt in place inside the receiver’s barrel extension. As pressure increases, Hexlock’s hold tightens, ensuring that there can be no rearward movement of the bolt. Once the round has left the barrel, the pressure subsides, and the action can safely open again with the straight pull of the bolt handle.
In addition to Impulse’s new features, these rifles draw upon decades of Savage innovation. Each model is equipped with AccuStock, Accufit, and AccuTrigger.
Savage Impulse Is Available In Three Models
Initially, three models of Impulse rifles will be available. The Impulse Big Game; Impulse Predator with 10-round magazine; and Impulse Hog Hunter. Chamberings range from .22-250 to 6.5 Creedmoor to .308 Winchester depending on the model. Other chamberings will also be available. For more information on the Savage Impulse, go to www.SavageArms.com.
Key Features: Savage Impulse
Savage Impulse Big Game
Action: Straight pull bolt action
Barrel Color: Hazel Green
Barrel Finish: Cerakote
Barrel Length (in)/(cm): 22 / 55.9
Barrel Material: Carbon Steel
Caliber: 6.5 CREEDMOOR
Magazine Capacity: 4
Length of Pull (in)/(cm): 12.75 – 13.75 / 30.5
Magazine: Detachable Box Magazine
Overall Length (in)/(cm): 43.5 / 109.2
Rate of Twist (in): 1 in 8
Receiver Color: Hazel Green
Receiver Finish: Cerakote
Receiver Material: Aluminum
Stock Color: Camouflage
Stock Finish: Matte
Stock Material: Synthetic
Stock Type: Sporter
Weight (lb)/(kg): 8.8 / 3.63
MSRP: $1,449.00
Steven Paul Barlow is a retired sergeant/station commander and former firearms instructor with the New York State Police. He is an avid hunter, fisherman, and enthusiast with all things related to firearms, knives, and survival. He has been writing on outdoor topics for more than 35 years. His collections of outdoor humor stories are available at BriarHill Books.
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