Precision shooters and field professionals demand actions that blend reliable feeding, consistent lockup, and long-term durability. The right bolt action can change the feel of follow-up shots, extraction reliability, and maintenance intervals — all critical for hunting, competition, or duty use.

BERGARA PREMIER is engineered with a two-lug system and a separate floating bolt head to ensure positive contact with the lug abutments in the action. That floating head combined with a cone-shaped bolt nose promotes smooth feeding from magazine to chamber while a spring-loaded sliding plate extractor, located in front of the lower locking lug, provides secure extraction even under adverse conditions.

Action Design and Materials

The one-piece bolt body is stainless steel with a rear pad to accept a threaded bolt handle, delivering robust structural integrity. The bolt head, non-rotating gas shield, bolt handle, and bolt shroud are fully nitrided for extreme durability and beneficial self-lubricating surface properties, minimizing friction and extending service life in high-round-count applications.

Safety and Trigger Integration

The two-position safety is integrated into the trigger assembly; in some configurations this pairs with TriggerTech Frictionless Release Technology for a crisp, predictable release. A noteworthy safety feature: the bolt handle is not locked in the closed position when the safety is engaged, allowing the shooter to unload the rifle while in the safe condition — an important benefit for range safety and legal transport.

Why this matters in the field

Consistent lug engagement from the floating bolt head improves repeatable headspace characteristics, which benefits accuracy and reduces wear across the action. Nitrided surfaces reduce the need for heavy lubrication and resist corrosion in wet or salty environments.

View product details and pricing — BERGARA PREMIER models are offered in various configurations to suit hunting or precision setups and are priced at $1,900.99.

Final thoughts for buyers

For shooters prioritizing a durable, serviceable bolt action with thoughtful feeding and extraction features, BERGARA PREMIER delivers technical benefits that translate to reliability and predictable performance in the field. Check current availability and configurations to match barrel, stock, and trigger choices to your mission needs. Check availability

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