Bushmaster Gas Piston 90294 vs Italian Firearms 1886 Sporting Lever

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Rifles Bushmaster Gas Piston 90294 Italian Firearms 1886 Sporting Lever
Summary
Rating
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Rank
#23182
#24044
Action Semi-Automatic Lever Action
Caliber .223 Remington .45-70 Government
Capacity 1
Finish Brown
Gun Type Rifle
Sights Fixed
Details
Brand Bushmaster Italian Firearms Group
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Prices
MSRP $1,081.50 $1,837.98
Used Price $757.05 $1,286.59
Sale Price $973.35 $1,654.18

Rifles Descriptions

Bushmaster Gas Piston 90294

The Bushmaster Gas Piston System Rifles bring new levels of reliability to the “AR” type rifle platform by eliminating carbon build up, gas leaks and heat within the Upper Receiver. The Gas Piston System operates by tapping gas pressure off the barrel much like the systems found on AK-47s and FALs * Functions with a wider range of ammunition - less gas pressure - lower cyclic rate * Offers improved reliability and control - with cleaner operation and reduced recoil * Keeps carbon build up and powder residue from reaching - and fouling the Upper Receiver and Bolt Carrier * A Detented Plug in the Gas Block allows easy cleaning of the Systems’ Hard Chrome Plated Piston

Italian Firearms 1886 Sporting Lever

To create the ideal big-bore lever gun, renowned Italian gunmaker Pedersoli took the best elements of the John Browning-designed Model 1886 and Model 71 rifles. Just like the revolutionary large-frame 1886, Pedersoli's 1886/71 Lever-Action Rifle's twin sliding vertical lugs lock solidly to withstand the pounding of magnum .45-70 loads. The tube magazine extends a full 5" beyond the forend – 2-1/2" longer than the originals – for a full six-round capacity (five in the magazine plus one in the chamber). Another feature not available on the original versions is the round 24" barrel, for the perfect blend of accuracy and fast handling. It also has integrated sling-swivel studs, a modern convenience all hunters can appreciate. The Grade-III walnut pistol-grip stock and forend have a smooth satin finish. The receiver and grip cap are color-case finished; the barrel and magazine have low-luster bluing. It's outfitted with a precision semi-buckhorn rear sight and hooded front sight, and it's also drilled and tapped specifically for a Williams peep sight for increased long-range precision.