With SHOT Show in virtual swing, we scoured brands to seek out the coolest new hunting guns for 2021, whether you’re a waterfowl enthusiast or a deer hunter.
‘Tis the season for new gear, and the newest hunting guns of the year are here! Thanks to SHOT Show, we’ve been able to track down some of the most interesting firearms coming to the world of hunting today.
Typically, we get a chance to shoot shotguns and rifles in person at SHOT Show. But due to COVID, we haven’t yet had a chance to shoot these firearms. So the following is an overview rather than a review, highlighting notable updates and all-new options for putting meat on the table or shooting clays with your pals.
From rifles to shotguns, there’s a lot to look forward to. And if you’re in the market for a new hunting option, there’s likely something for you below.
New Hunting Rifles for 2021
Sako S20 Hunter Bolt-Action Centerfire Rifle
The new Sako S20 ($1,600) purports to be the first hybrid (read: modular) rifle on the market. And the owner of an S20 can buy different aftermarket stocks (seen above) and forends to accommodate different styles of shooting the same rifle.
It’s innovative. And it speaks to the needs of a modern all-around shooter, who might hunt one weekend then do a precision shoot the next. It’s a pretty slick deal. The S20 is offered in eight calibers and one action length, and a buyer can choose a hunt- or precision-specific package to begin with and add from there.
One thing to note: Sako smartly added a 1913-spec Picatinny rail for scope mounting, a departure from its previous proprietary scope ring system. This means the rifle is compatible with all MIL-STD cross-slot rings, eliminating headaches some might have found in mounting scopes to Sako rifles in the past.
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Winchester Model 70 Extreme TrueTimber VSX MB
This updated bolt-action from Winchester Repeating Arms takes on harsh conditions with ease. Coated in Tungsten Cerakote on both receiver and barrel, the Model 70 Extreme TrueTimber VSX MB maintains a matte-camo finish that won’t give you away to sharp-eyed game.
A Bell and Carlson synthetic stock with sculpted cheekpiece lightens the load and adds shooting comfort, while a Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad offers shooting relief.
This is basically a durability upgrade for one of the more popular rifles on the market. The array of calibers and barrel lengths is bonkers. And the price point isn’t so painful that it can’t be aspired to. Depending on the choice of caliber, you’re looking at a cool $1,600 to $1,640.
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