The GOL-Sniper Magnum is a bolt-action sniper rifle designed by the German company Gol-Matic GmbH of Birkenau, Hesse. The rifle is available in tactical as well as sporting and match configurations. GOL-Sniper rifles are based on custom Magnum Mauser actions, manufactured by Prechtl Waffen.

GOL-Sniper Magnum
GOL Sniper Magnum rifle
TypeSniper rifle
Place of originGermany
Service history
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Production history
DesignerGottfried Prechtl
Designed1986
ManufacturerGol-Matic GmbH
Produced1986-present day [citation needed]
Specifications
Mass~ 6 kg, varies on configuration
LengthVaries on configuration
Barrel length710mm

Cartridge7.62×51mm NATO, .300 Winchester Magnum, .338 Lapua Magnum
ActionBolt-action
Effective firing rangeup to 1,500 metres (1,640 yd)
Feed system5 rounds detachable box magazine
SightsTelescopic

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The rifle was designed by professional German gunsmith Gottfried Prechtl, who specializes in custom Mauser rifles. The bolt-action is based on Mauser's M98 Magnum system, which was introduced in the late 19th century on the Mauser Gewehr 98. Each rifle is custom made per requisitions of every customer, whether it is for tactical or sporting purposes, resulting in many options and configurations. A Sto-Con walnut stock forms the body of the rifle which is mounted with a Lothar Walther precision barrel and Mauser bolt. The walnut stock increases the flexibility of the rifle butt and therefore reduces recoil allowing for more precision when shooting.

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References

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  1. ^ "Modern Firearms - GOL-Sniper rifle". Archived from the original on 8 March 2010. Retrieved 5 March 2010.
  2. ^ "Snaiperinis šautuvas "GOL SNIPER"" (in Lithuanian). Archived from the original on 27 December 2019. Retrieved 2 August 2010.
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