The Nosler M48 Independence is a precision bolt-action handgun designed for handgun hunting, silhouette shooting, and precision handgun work. It is built on a rigid one-piece billet aluminum chassis with a mid-grip profile that provides a stable platform for the bedded action and a free-floated barrel. Each handgun is machined and assembled by the Nosler Rifle division in Bend, Oregon using U.S.-made parts.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is 6.5 Creedmoor.
- The barrel length is 15 inches.
- The twist rate is 1-8.
- The metal finish is Cerakote.
- The stock is a one-piece billet aluminum chassis with a mid-grip design.
- The barrel contour is Heavy.
- The 15-inch barrel features a threaded muzzle to accept muzzle devices and suppressors.
- The overall length is 22.5 inches.
- The action type is bolt-action.
With a rigid aluminum chassis, a free-floated heavy-contour barrel, and Cerakote protection, the M48 Independence is built to deliver consistent, repeatable performance for precision handgun shooting and hunting applications. Its combination of a stable platform and a threaded 15-inch barrel provides flexibility for various field and range configurations.
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