BLASER R8 | Truly One of a Kind

[@tomschmolcke7134]

I own this rifle in 30 06, when i take it to the shooting range virtually everone wants to ask about it, i can honestly say its the finest most practical rifle ive ever owned

[@espedal]

Before i ever tried one i was a pessimist, but after my first r93 i was sold, now have a r8 ultimate and i couldt be happier! Im also running blaser scope for Hunting and blaser red dot for blood tracking wounded deer in norway. Excelent rifle!

[@daltonj15]

2008 design still ahead of its time in 2021 .

[@hgus7778]

I own a Blaser R8 Professional success in 8x57IS It is a great rifle, love it!!

[@docooo]

Hi i alos want to buy r8 but i can't decide what caliber to choose,9.3 or 308 or7x64. What you think 🤔? I mostly hunt wild boar and roe deer 🦌

[@knrz2562]

@@docooo 6.5 Creedmoor 7.7j 3-06

[@dimitarpetkov7068]

My favourite rifle. I personally own 10 Blaser rifle, from both model R93 and R8. At the moment I watching this video, while I waiting at mine biting place for wolves and golden jackals. Tonight I will rely on Blaser R93 .223Rem

[@BlaserRifles]

Thanks for the feedback :) Waidmannsheil, Your Blaser Team

[@therickpound]

lol my car costs less, but they shoot ok.

[@yuriys.6352]

Did you know you can change barrel's?😂

[@siyueciao951]

he is just rich​@@yuriys.6352

[@westswedenhunter]

Hope to get my licences for my new Blaser R8 Ultimate with Swarovski z8i 2-16x50 and stalon xo 108 suppressor in 308 caliber soon... year 2021 here we GO!

[@westswedenhunter]

@@mustafaergun8420 in English? 👀

[@westswedenhunter]

Thanks goggle translate: Come on, I hope they will take it out and we will wipe our mouth water Me answer: I will get it out and I will wipe my mouth with 💦😂 have a nice day in 🇹🇷🤩

[@kuzkuz3959]

Nice work. This was a very clear presentation of the Blaser system. However, they missed an important point or did not emphasize enough what interchangeable barrels give the owner. The Blaser platform gives the owner the same stock, the same safety, the same trigger, the same trigger pull and the same length of pull for all calibers. This makes the Blaser R8 stand out from the crowd of other very well made and beautiful rifles. The hunter only need learn the function of one rifle platform for all calibers. This is a tremendous benefit to muscle memory, mechanical memory and most of all safe operating. The owner only needs to learn how to operate one rifle from .22 caliber to .375 HH and beyond. AWESOME!

[@Sqwan2]

Well, this is also true for a Merkel Helix. It goes even further - it has also the same scope.

[@TheBeefSlayer]

You basically have to change everything except the stock and safety. I wouldn’t call it an easy or affordable swap. It’s not like swapping a TC encore. Or a New England Firearms single shot.

[@colinjohnston5465]

Best factory produced rifle on the market and yes, the thumbhole stock is a major improvement on the basic stock. I have 2 R8s, 1 with the original pistol grip and 1 with the thumbhole both in composite material. They are excellent.

[@BlaserRifles]

Thank you for your feedback! Wishing you all the best! Your Blaser Team

[@JohnCGlo]

I have an R8 in .300 Weatherby Magnum. I have fired about 10 rounds through it and have recently observed a noticeable amount of movement in the stock, particularly at the area of the front sling swivel. It takes very little pressure on the stock to make the barrel and stock touch. Is this going to cause accuracy issues in the future? Are the synthetic stocks made to have this much flex in them?

[@c4tze]

hey im from isny, where exactly is that piece of nature where youve got your rifl cleaned?

[@zoranslavnic5850]

You are often advertizing Blaser's barrel exchange system as possibility to combine all calibers from 222 to 500 jeffrey in single rifle. In practice however it does not seem to be possible. Safari calibres is posdible to order only with safari stocks (and presumably only with steel action). I personally woul like to order R8 ultimate with three barrels - 416 remington, 8,5x55 blaser, and 6,5x55 swedish mauser. Is that possible at all?

[@BlaserRifles]

Hello Zoran Slavnic, thank you for your question. If you order a R8 Ultimate with three barrels - it is possible to change them. You need to keep an eye on some important things: Make sure you get two different bolt heads as the 6.5x55 is a Standard caliber and the .416 and the 8.5x55 will need a magnum bolt head. Moreover you'll need to think about your fore-end. Safari barrels have 22mm and the standard barrels 17mm. Because of the exchangeable systems its possible to get a standard fore-end and a wider one to change. It is possible to use the 17mm in the wider fore-end. It's simply what you prefer and how you think it looks best for you. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact us. Best regards Your Blaser Team

[@zoranslavnic5850]

@@BlaserRifles Thank you for you answer! Two more questions: is it possible to order R8 ultimate with two fore-ends one for 17 mm barell and one for 22 mm safari barrel? As far as I understand it, it should not he difficult to change fore-end on R8 ultimate platforme. Secon question is related to the action. Is it neccesary to have steel action if one use safari barrel? Regards Z

[@BlaserRifles]

​@@zoranslavnic5850 Yes, it is possible to order the R8 with a 17mm and a 22mm front-end. A steel-action is not necessary but we would recommend it.

[@zoranslavnic5850]

@@BlaserRifles Great! Thanks! Zoran

[@BlaserRifles]

@@zoranslavnic5850 You are welcome! :)

[@msa4548]

This is peaking my interest. Though to be honest, if Dakota Arms were still in business, I'd just get a traveler in the two calibers I want.

[@garyturner6194]

I got one 12 months ago such a comfortable gun to hold and with all the barrels you can get for it takes up alot less room in cabinet . Does any one know when blaser is bringing out the 17hmr barrel

[@YTkenntkeinenDatenschutz]

.17 Hornet would be nice.

[@garyturner6194]

I wish u I would of put 17 hornet on variation aswel

[@parabellum1]

Comparing the Blaser to a Merkel, the Merkel has a few but distinguishing features. For example, the hand cocking system works almost noiselessly on the Merkel, but it's actually pretty loud on the Blaser, also, almost every single feature on a Merkel hunting rifle is included, while Blaser charges their customers with a pretty hefty price. Quality wise a Merkel is in no way inferior to a Blaser.

[@flash.gordon]

Blaser has become so expensive as a new car

[@ShrimpyOfficial]

I haven't been able to get a new hunting rifle for over a decade, I am going to get an R8 one day.

[@pablokozdras81]

Miałem podobnie i kupiłem .pozdrawiam

[@tomlarue654]

If I ever when the lottery I think I might buy one.

[@noragrey7016]

I would like to buy one, but I struggle to find a seller in Vienna

[@BlaserRifles]

Dear @noragrey7016, please have a look here: blaser-dealer.de/ Our dealer search will enable you to find the closest dealer. Best regards Your Blaser Team

[@noragrey7016]

@@BlaserRifles Thank you very much, I indeed found a shop! I am a "Jungjägerin" and I also intend to make a video on my first rifle purchase on my main yt-account, cause I noticed, buying the first dedicated hunting rifle is a big thing for many people. I am already so excited :)

[@docooo]

Hi, one question is that barell in semi weit options?

[@BlaserRifles]

Yes, Blaser has barrels in semi weight option. You can check them here: www.blaser.de/en/produkte/waffen/repetierbuechse-r8/r8-konfigurator/?kokey=A2OPSC,AARR,A10,C133,LK0,LL58,LVB,LM0,HQ0,HN0,HJPR,HEPR,HHZ,HU0,HI0,HDZ,HLS15,HM0,HP0,HZ0,HS0,SVZ,SK0,SZ0,SB0,SM1,SSIC,OM0,OV0,ZK0,ZU0,ZG0,Z20

[@Pacmanf100]

Love my R8 prof succes in 8x57is BUT.... Blaser are you forcing me to buy a Sauer 404 stutzen! When will you make a R8 stutzen in wood?

[@GCARLOUCacciaForLife]

Super Blaser!!!!!

[@BlaserRifles]

Thanks!

[@waldsucht9860]

Waited ten minutes for that thing to land in the dirt. Apparently there is no video among Americans where this doesn't happen.

[@yuriys.6352]

Joooosh... bring me a glass of wine 🍷 please 😃😂

[@pavelmorozov6599]

its so safe that its way too safe. if you lose the magazine or leave it home now your day is ruined you can not fire your weapon for the rest of the day.

[@c4tze]

willkommen in isny, hier isst man nie

[@hugoakerlund5114]

Well I would have to say that, in terms of being practical I'd say that the strasser rs14 is more practical and from my knowledge it's system is stronger than the R8's. But the R8 is still a wonderfull rifle and the pro succes stock is probably my favorite stock of any rifle.

[@grasunmajjurach6026]

😀😀😀verygood😁😁😁

[@scientist507]

I think the military and semi-automatic version is a good option for your fans. I hope to see their production.

[@20ppc]

You’re missing the point of the rifle, if it was semi automatic it would not be an R8, it’s designed as a precision hunting rifle, not a military rifle.

[@therickpound]

What are you on about mate...it’s not an auto and it’s not needed.

[@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080]

You'll need to drop the price if you want to increase the sales in the US now that the Savage Impulse is hitting the market.

[@jmkhenka]

You cant compare the savage impulse to this. They might want yto, but there is nothing elegant about it. Its an american product made for american consumers, blasers are for rich european customers and everthing is though through. American cheap rifles are barely sold here and is generaly looked down upon, mass produced rifles. Its like mercedes or high end audis, if you lower the price consumers will think there is something wrong with them.

[@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080]

@@jmkhenka I think everyone will compare them. You see the Impulse has an adjustable synthetic ambidextrous stock, an internal chassis, an ambidextrous bolt handle, interchangeable barrels, and shoots sub MOA. The difference is you'll be able to buy many aftermarket stocks, chassis, 10 shot clips, and all scopes and mounts will fit. Oh and the Savage costs 1/3RD the PRICE!!! ...and so do all the accessories! As for elegant, wait until you see one in a walnut WOOX Furiousa chassis. You may get it then.

[@tomk8312]

it's not blaser's problem that americans like cheap junk

[@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080]

@@tomk8312 I think it is Blaser's problem. Have you seen how many new videos they've been releasing? I'd say they are running scared. I also think people on every continent are sick of spending $5-G's for what is essentially a steel pipe with a plastic handle.

[@tomk8312]

@@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080 ok then don't watch the videos and go buy some pos remington or something

[@FearsomeBookling]

I own an R8 and the weapon is certainly my favorite rifle. However (and this is on a personal note only) this kind of advertising is rather aggressive as far as I am concerned. Honestly, "the perfect hunting rifle" is a rather special claim...

[@peterlustig6888]

Outside of the US, only hunters get this type of weapon. Especially on the main market in Germany.

[@ClovisPoint]

deleted comments ?

[@ClovisPoint]

annoying

[@pabuffa]

Don't like that the rifle won't fire without magazine ...

[@WhiteDwarfVR4]

Beretta BRX1 I'll just leave this here.. 👍🏻😉😁

[@srdjanbabic5714]

Why you did not show accuracy? Especially after three shots. Blaser R8 is a big disappointment. You can only have a good looking rifle.

[@12vibaba]

yeah saw one that did 1.5 MOA.

[@rudysroots2789]

If I lose the mag it’s useless till I get another.

[@TheBeefSlayer]

The only thing you need to do to change Ammunition types and caliber is to change the barrel. That’s it!!!!! …..oh and also just change the bolt size, magazine, which is also the trigger group so you need a magazine & trigger group….. But yeah! Only a Barrel swap and you’re good to go from 375h&h to .223!!!!!! …. And swap everything else on the rifle but the stock….. ahem…. 🙄

[@dalehill6127]

Not quite true. You use the same trigger group, the mag is a drop-in insert to it. You buy a 3-piece kit for a new calibre (including when switching to a rimfire): barrel, bolt head (not complete bolt) and mag insert. 😊

[@scenicdriveways6708]

Hate long introductions! That said, it's a nice rifle.

[@jameswhatling4939]

All that innovation, but no left hander.......

[@dalehill6127]

Yes left-hander, both action and stock, and easy too! I'm left-handed myself and it's the first thing I look for after the price. Watch the whole video, they show you how easy it is to adapt from a RH gun.😊

[@РусланРусик-й3в]

🤗🤗🤗🔥✌🏽👍🏻

[@soundman2604]

German torque specification, Gootentight.

[@ddaley87]

Way to dry fire before checking the action. I know you know it’s not loaded. But there is always a shooter out there learning

[@Extermnature]

I'm crazy about your rifle, if you give me 1 gift, I will be the happiest person in the world.

[@user-rr5kp8gb4u]

Por favor Español

[@nakedeagle3828]

Gimmick for rich people.

[@YTkenntkeinenDatenschutz]

Tool of choice for many professional hunters!

[@nakedeagle3828]

@@YTkenntkeinenDatenschutz shooting someone's pet doesn't count.

[@YTkenntkeinenDatenschutz]

We are hunters and we are hunting wild animals. Many of us have three-digit numbers per season.

[@KrunoDr]

I have R8 succes, ovrepriced pos. if you don't slam bolt, misfire. Reliable my ass , check weld sucks, none existed on older model. Still salty

[@mori1308]

r93 is better

[@sebastianchiticariu9428]

I'm NOT sorry to say... But that is NOT how you do fast shooting with a blaser R8 prof success. Attention: you NEVER get your thumb out from the thumb hole... Blaser...you need to make a video... IT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BLASER AND MERKEL Blaser it's linear but NOT WITH A TURNING bolt like Merkel Helix, this is why blaser go faster. Take a Blaser turn it, and the bolt will close and lock in it's inertia by gravity. Merkel can never do that. I wonder if the new Savage or the Strasser can do it like Blaser. I own a Blaser R8 prof success. I have tried the Merkel Rx Helix with the omega thumb hole...Merkel is good, no doubt BUT even if it's a "omega" thumb hole you will never be as fast as with a Blaser. You cannot pull and push the bolt with the 2nd and 3rd finger like with a blaser...or probably I need to train more?! I have the feeling that my hand is lower with the omega grip of Merkel Rx Helix... On the other hand, with a Merkel Helix without a thumb hole it goes fast and it has some advantages over Blaser, like, for example, the possibility to have spare magazines. Ah...German(IC) rifles, carbines and optics they are all great...the prices are "great" also, but...they worth it without any doubt. I love my R8 prof success in 30.06 with Khales Helia optics, I reccomend +++ I'm happy with my investment, I don't need to change my rifle. And frankly I don't need the latest model...for me, it doesn't bring any advantages, it does surely for many others... In a driven hunt like here in Europe...you hear the dogs or the game coming...you cock the rifle, wait...and after that, when you acquire the target(s) you shoot fast without moving your thumb from the hole, you pull and push the bolt with your 2nd and 3rd finger...after that you decock. Make a good video Blaser on how to really exploit your fast bolt.