The Nosler M48 Independence is a precision bolt-action handgun built for handgun hunting, silhouette shooting, and precision work in the field. It is constructed on a one-piece CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum mid-grip chassis and assembled by Nosler’s Rifle division. The design pairs a free-floated heavy-contour barrel with a rigid chassis and a coated barreled action for weather-resistant durability.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in .308 Win.
- Barrel length is 15 inches and the barrel is fully free-floated in a heavy contour.
- The barrel is made from 416R stainless steel.
- The rifle features a Bolt-action design and is described as single-shot fed from a solid-bottom receiver.
- The one-piece mid-grip stock is precision CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum.
- The finish is Cerakote, with the stock in Gun Metal Grey and the barreled action in Matte Black.
- The muzzle is threaded and the handgun ships with a thread protector.
- The standard grip included is a black Hogue Overmolded rubber grip with finger grooves; the chassis accepts AR-15 style grips.
- Reported weight is 6.5 lbs without scope or mounts.
The M48 Independence blends a rigid aluminum chassis and a free-floated stainless barrel into a platform tailored to the needs of handgun hunters and precision shooters. Its combination of a billet-machined chassis, Cerakote protection, and a threaded heavy-contour barrel makes it a straightforward choice for those who prioritize accuracy and modularity in a high-quality bolt-action handgun.
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