For shooters seeking a bridge between classic ergonomics and modern durability, a semi-auto platform with reinforced components and traditional wood furniture can deliver reliable performance for both personal defense and range work. This review breaks down the key features you need to understand when considering a purpose-built, semi-auto rifle tailored to durability and handling.

Century Arms BFT47 Veteran Limited Edition

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Key features that matter

The Century Arms BFT47 Veteran Limited Edition is built around a BFT (Bulged Forged Trunnion), a structural enhancement that reinforces the receiver-to-trunnion interface for improved longevity under repeated firing and heavy magazine use. The rifle pairs that strength with classic wood furniture, giving a comfortable, stable cheek weld and a more traditional handling feel than polymer alternatives.

Other noted features include a 30rd mag cap. and a black phosphate finish steel receiver that resists corrosion and wear while maintaining a low-reflective profile suitable for defensive use. As a Semi Auto platform from Century Arms with model listed as Various, it occupies the middle ground between collector aesthetics and practical use.

Performance and practical applications

The BFT trunnion design delivers a tangible durability advantage for shooters who run the rifle hard at the range or keep a ready rifle for home defense. Wood furniture reduces perceived recoil and provides a familiar alignment for many users, while the 30-round capacity supports extended training sessions without frequent reloads. The black phosphate finish simplifies maintenance by providing a corrosion-resistant surface that tolerates oils and cleaners used in routine upkeep.

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Routine maintenance should focus on keeping the black phosphate receiver free of grit and applying appropriate protectants to the wood furniture to prevent drying or swelling. The BFT design means trunnion wear is less likely under heavy use, but standard inspection of headspace and bolt components remains essential for safe operation. For current stock and to make a purchase from the retailer, Check current availability.

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