This is the video that started it all. I typed smoothest bolt action in the search bar and the rest is history. I've been following every video since 1900 followers. Bolt actions are the reason I joined. Your content is invaluable to me.

My first rifle was a Sauer 80 in 7mm rem mag. my great uncle bought it back in the 70s and now its my favourite rifle to use, i can operate it almost silently and its just way smoother than all my 98s

Another great review of what looks like a bolt that even I could-maybe-cycle. Thanks very much for sharing this! All the best to you!

Used my Sauer 80...bought new in 1981.. on most big game in Canada. 7MM Rem. Mag with handloads using Norma 170 grain PPC with slowest burning powder at the time H870. Been a great rifle and never let me down. Good review... Have never really trusted safties on any gun and with the Sauer I can chamber a round with the trigger pulled. Gives me a loaded cartridge but mainspring not under tension. Just open and close the bolt and the gun is now ready to fire. Little noise on opening and closing and safer for carrying. Thanks for the vid...

Again, thank you for the insight into various gun designs.

1975, leslie edelmans gun store on Long Island, 16 years old. The salesman behind the counter handed us a Colt Sauer to try, I will never forget the experience. A 350 dollar rifle, 3x the price of a Remington at the time (Model 788), he pointed the muzzle up, unlocked the bolt and we watched the bolt SLOWLY back out of battery. NOW I understand Why, thanks!

Once again another wonderful video.

I bought matching Colt Sauers in 1984 for a hunt in Wyoming. A .243 and a .30-06. The actions were amazing. And both rifles would keep three shots inside a dime sized group at a hundred yards. The finish and the wood were amazing on them. The downside? They were too damn pretty to put them in a scabbard on that horseback hunt!!!

I bought a Sauer-90 in 30-06 back in 1989. Superb rifle. Lost track of how many deer I've taken (100+), as well as several pigs and coyotes.

Colt imported many before, called Colt Sauer,they are very nice to find around.

I own 2 sauer 90s myself . Both in classic fullstock version or what we in germany call it Stutzen . 1 in 308,win and the other in 9,3x62 . Keep up the good work !! Love your videos . Greetings from a german guy in Norway ;)

Great Video, I couldnt`t agree more. I use my Sauer 80 everytime I go out hunting and also on the range. Never had any issues or problems. It has such a smooth action. Best regards from Germany

Thanks for the review! Very well done. I have 2 of the Colt Sauer Rifles, a .375 H&H new in the box and I have a .270 win. that is in like new condition fired less than 100rds. Thanks again nice seeing these rifles.

Beautiful rifle. Very informative. Thanks!

Great video. I am getting a mod80 in 458 win mag next week! Cant wait to shoot it. They are superb rifles.

Great video! I remember when Colt sold them but I had no idea how the lugs were designed.

After watching a few of your videos, including one on my favorite rifle the steyr model M, I had a feeling you would surely have a Sauer. This is IMHO, the most beautiful/innovative production rifle, I have ever seen. It would be my all time favorite....if it was available for a South paw. Hence, the Steyr is. I surely would Have a Sauer as well, we're I not wrong handed.

I learned something about this gun today. I was one of those who thought that it could fire without the lugs being engaged.

When I was in college I worked at a gun store and one day a fellow came in and traded a Colt Sauer in on something else, I dont remember the model or caliber of the rifle but I did notice the Blueing on the rifle and how nice it looked. One night I was working the gun dept and had a little time and I saw the Sauer sitting there and I took some serious time to look it over. The first time I opened the bolt to make sure it was empty I could hardly believe how smooth the bolt was, it was absolutely incredible how tight and just glass smooth, I grew up shooting Rugers and Remington 700s plus a plethora of others that I dont remember but this one was amazing. The wood to steel fit and finish were also dead on the nutts and the blueing was a deep as the old Pythons used to be and just perfect in uniformity! The checkering followed the same extremely high standard of workmanship! I dont remember what they had on it for a price but do remember it being higher than normal. I have owned some extremely reliable, accurate and reliable rifles before the this one was a pretty big step UP from anything I ever owned!

The S80 I own is my goto hunting rifle. Made approximately in 1972 West Germany and it still shoots very well. The bolt itself can be disassembled in a second for cleaning. The bolt is what is called a non-rotating bolt where only the back end of the bolt relates. There are minor flaws with this bolt mechanisms. In my rifle, and most, there is minute case stretch. Why.. I believe it has to do with the slight movement in these three locking lugs.. not 100% sure. But still this Sauer S80 is my favorite rifle. I also have a Heym SR21 which I will be using soon. Like you had shared a little (actually a lot) on the evolution, functionality, and popularity of the Mauser action. The Heym SR21 also has a Mauser action . However, what Heym did was rework this action with fitting and polishing for their rifles. Hence this Heym SR21 has a smooth action function and feel. ALWAYS enjoy watch your informative and inspiring videos... cheers

I have a Sauer 90 in 30-06 that I use every time I go hunting. I have never had a failure or hiccup of any kind. This is a very well made rifle with reliability to match.

Great video, now I need one. Thanks:)

Subscribed! How did I not discover your channel earlier!

Thanks for an excellent video! I’m new to hunting and from Sweden and I found a Carl Gustav 3000 which should be almost the same as the Sauer 90... I’m a little bit worried about the stories I’ve heard that maintenance is especially important with these rifles! Is it possible to clean the trigger mechanism -if necessary- on your own, or do you need to send it to a competent gun-smith? And what is the preferred cleaning method for trigger mechanism and bolt? Cleaning agent and oil! Thanks again!

J.P. Sauer & Son, a "West" German company, also was contracted by Roy Weatherby to build his magnum rifle line during the 1960-70s. I can see the connection in design, especially the stock dimensions pertaining to these rifles. Extremely well made of very high quality materials.

The intention of the bolt locking system is to keep ignition shock to parts at a minimum by allowing the recoil to travel through the bolt to the THREE lugs evenly since it can be machined very precise vs milling the inside of the action. Another plus is the fully shrouded bolt head which also allows perfect forward mating of the bolt to the barrel. A very strong and easy to maintain system.

incredibly high quality rifle, if you have a chance to look at one, do so! the lux variants are even more impressive with superb wood, gold trigger, jeweled bolt. the locking lugs wont go anywhere, rumors get spread by people that can't afford them and have nothing else better to do

I have a Model 90 in 7x64. I love that rifle. Even under the severe handling of 'machine gunning' rounds on driven boar shooting it has never failed to lift and load or eject a case. The trigger is superb and the set trigger is benchrest light when needed. Most guns I own are come-and-go rifles but the Sauer I will not part with or part-ex. With somewhat inexpensive Sellier and Bellot ammunition my rifle will print 3/4'' inch 5 shot groups all day. Matched with a Swarovski Z6i 2-12 scope it is my go to gun for any European quarry. if anyone finds one of these for sale they are well worth the money and higher grade rifles make wonderful heirlooms to pass down the family line.

Would love if you could do a review on the Colt Lightning rifles! The small medium or large frame! The large frame are super rare though.

Wow, I love all your videos, but......it just gives me many more reasons to buy more guns~ lol..Thanks again~!

speaking from the top of his head as I think this gentleman is he speaks so natural and always to the point and what a joy to watch!

I love my Mauser action rifles. Nothing is better or more dependable than controlled feed bolt action. I have a K98 7X57 and a Husky 6.5x55 SE. I also have a short action Mauser that I built. It is 30-30 Win. I also have a couple CZ 527 Mauser carbines. A 7.62x39 and a 22 Hornet. I am giving most of my rifles to my son. I will keep my 22 Hornet, 7.62x39, and my 30-30. I do really like 6.5 Grendel too.

I’ve got a Carl Gustaf m3000, it uses the same parts but assembled and sold by a company named Husqvarna and I like it very much.

Just subscribed, I'm thinking you're here in Canada since I saw the old Canadian Tire plastic caliper slip into shot. I've been shopping for a Sauer and with the advent of the S100 Classic XT I think I'll take the plunge. Would love to here your opinion.

I love these rifles

I have a Sauer 82 it has a 2 piece stock aluminum receiver and set trigger. You push the trigger toward and it becomes about4 ounces! It's in the book world of guns!

What brand are the scope mount bases on your rifle? I bought a Carl Gustaf version and it came with Weaver bases, yours are so more streamline looking.

Hello... could you also do a review of the Sauer 202 Classic some day?! Keen to hear how you feel about that one... thank you! Best regards...

I have one that is passed down and I’m trying to learn as much as i can about it

Is it African Red Bubinga wood? I have the Grand African.458. What a beast. This is a great video. Thanks .

I recently purchased a CG 3000 in 6.5x55. They claim to have an adjustable trigger. Mine is set at about 3.5Lbs and has red paint on the adjustment screw. Do you think it is possible to lower pull weight to maybe 2.5 Lbs? Great work as always!

It's a beautiful rifle, but I have to go with Occam's Razor and stick with the basic principles set forth by Paul Mauser when it comes to turnbolts.

Sir, I am looking to shoot my rifle without drilling and tapping, it has no sights, any advice on sights I can put on that will not affect the metal?

The stock on the 458 win Mag is African Bubinga.

How are the lugs pushed out into place to lock, and how are they drawn back into the bolt body to unlock the action?

another great video on an odd rifle system. BTW, they are locking flaps

I just inspected the rifle after I picked it up. It’s in flawless condition and has taken over top spot for the prettiest rifle in my safe. The bolt is indeed the smoothest action of any of my guns with my CZ 550 American with a Mauser action in second. I did notice something odd about the Model 90. There is a little silver screw that goes through the action just behind and to the rear (10 O-clock position). I was wondering what it’s for? Is it to vent gases in the event of an over pressure? I’ll see if I can attach a picture.

hard to beat the brilliant novelty of these sauers, whether the 80 or 90. maybe the mauser 66 with the telescoping bolt and switch barrel, or the rarified german guns you have reviewed. if you're still in the market for something special, buy one of these if you can find it--with no regrets. of course a mauser 98, especially in the 8mm mauser should be the foundation of all informed collections....

Also available as the Colt Sauer - "Sporting Rifle" and Carl Gustaf 3000

Would be interesting to compare the smoothness of this against Tikka or Bergara, they're buttery smooth too.

Also, the bolt actually physically retains the bolt by physically moving retaining mechanisms against the receiver kind of like a door stop. The strength would be the compressive strength of those captive retention blocks. Unbelievable actions, and the stocks, 1989, 1990 were matte finish and again, palm swell, tapered forearm and elevated cheek rest for a scope. Oh and a set trigger! On all except .270 and 30-06.... I don't know why.

I love to reload but mainly for my handguns, my ARs and my BR rifle. For my hunting rifles I really don’t shoot them enough to need to reload for them though I have in the past. Same for shotguns, if I still shot trap and skeet I would reload but I no longer do so the few rounds I expend each bird season doesn’t justify a Ponsness-Warren. :)

great video sir, not made anymore like before . l look buy new sauer 101 gti in 7rem mag , best regards sir

I have a Carl Gustaf 3000, I believe that it is the same as sauer 90. The action looks the same and it operates the same, it's in 30-06 and I love it. I hand load for it and I can't see any big case stretch 😃it's just perfect. The best pig slayer I have

I wish you talked about how to assemble the bolt and how to adjust the hair trigger!

I read once that one of the criteria that Paul Mauser had was that the average German Soldier had a 3td grade education. I’m sure that wasn’t his only criteria but it’s axiomatic that simple is often best.

I cannot seem to remove the bolt the way you did. Do you know of any problems that can cause this? I got the rifle handed down to me and can't really ask anyone.

So it locks in the rear? Front locking lugs make the accuracy much better. Compare the Mauser to the Lee enfield, not close to a Lee but there are similarity’s.

can you tell me why the carl gustaf 3000 has the sauer logo on it? Did they make the weapon together or how is it?

are you familiar with the carl gustaf 3000? i am thinking of buying one and would be greatfull for any advise you may have about this rifle

I recently bought a JP Sauer and Sohn Model 90 and cannot find any information online to tell what year it was made. I even contacted JPSauerUSA (part of Blaser USA) in Texas, and they said it was made before they began importing them and that they don't have any information. It sure would be nice to know something about what I just bought, if you know of any resources to point me to it would be helpful. Thanks!

The more I look at the Sauer, it's almost an improved Arisaka!

where would one acquire one of those beautiful sporterized mausers you have in your magnificent collectionÉ

I bought a Carl Gustav 3000 from a gun shop for $620.00 had a cracked stock ,but still useable ,which is a pity as it has nice wood ,the other thing, when you take it off SAFE ,it wont fire unless you Lift and lower ,the bolt handle ? something to do with the button on the bolt handle , there's a review of the Colt Sauer in Stuart Otterson's books on rifles, there is a bunch of Colt Sauer's for sale on Guns Int and the moment ,but big $

Hi! I follow u from India... the iof .30-06 is based on sauer 202 blueprint... in fact early rifles in late 2005-6 had barrels imported to india from sauer co. I own an early iof...... can u do a video on sauer 202?? Also i would request you to do a video on marlin .22...

I like blued and wood stocked rifles and shotguns.

Hello sr. I want to know if you can inform me about this point. I do own a Sauer s 101, 308 caliber. I did buy this gun on 2017 year. The action part is made in steel or in a alloy aluminium piece? Thank you very much and very beautiful yours videos. Juan, from Argentina Excuse my bad english.

I personally had a problem with the safety, that can accidentally auto - angage, under recoil and/or moving the bolt. That obviously can be dangerous or at least uncorfortable. This can be fixed, but I find the safety not well engineered, and possibly positioned in a wrong place. For the rest, the gun is outstanding.

Colt used to import/sell these. Fine rifles from what I have been told, but way out of my price range.

You may have made the right choice by selling your 458. I knew a man that had been to Africa on safaris many times and he told me he had 2 stocks on a colt sauer 458 splinter because of the recoil. I've owned 5 but the most powerful is my 7 mag. A lot of diff between it and the 458 I'm guessing 😊

Hello sir, what kind of value do you put on a 7mm Sauer 90 in "very good" condition. Plain unfancy wood. Bluing mostly intact, slight high edge wear.

ive ben looking for a good breakdown on the colt sauer rifles and not many videos exist! none on par with your videos! plz maby cover this one day?

i have owned several you dud not mention the chamber indicating pin on the side or the holes in the bolt to releive pressure if a primer fails or that the trigger is fully adjustable hard to describe the action it is something that has to be felt

Are modern Sauer rifles any good?

I have an opportunity to but 4 colt sauers for 6400. They are Calibers are 243 win mag 25-06 22-250 7mm Do you think it's a good investment?

I think they called the 458 the Grand Safari or Grand African.

Do inter arms mark x review

I just inherited one of these rifles and after watching this video I'm still scared to take the bolt apart because I can't find any information on how to put it back together. Any tips?

Just to be clear the Sauer 80/90 has zero safety issues with regards to the locking lugs...

the rem 870 has 1 locking lug like that

There is an African 90 in .458 Win on a particular **broker website that has a Bubinga wood stock.

" Is it the best locking in the world ? Maybe not." And that's the principal issue. While it's a superbly made example of a unique and clever design, what we want---especially with high-powered magnum calibers---is SAFETY and reliability. For bolt-actions, that translates to Mauser 98 and Mauser 98 derived actions and variations with fixed, rigid, multiple lugs. COUNTLESS rifles employing that field and battle tested concept have been used for generations. Smoothness of function isn't an issue with well cared for mechanisms in most cases. It simply isn't an issue for most users. And, the chances of a jam are less with an action which is not so tightly fitted. The Sauer NEEDS to be kept clean. Also, isn't that a push-feed bolt face ? Also, the scope mounts and iron sights can come poose from a lot of high-recoil use. So, a collectible it is. But for actual use in a variety of sometimes tough and dirty environments, I'll stay with the traditional design. There is wisdom in the simple saying: If it aint broke. Don't fix it (or remake it) ! Thanks for the video.

+116509909095873988076 Thanks you for this very interesting video with an example of non military gun based on a flapper locking design(Friberg 1870). I see non military flapper locks rifle first time. All can find info for mass produced military guns based on this design like DP, RPD, and DShK(in active service) machine guns and G4, G43 rifles. Do you have another rare rifle based on flapper locking with such good machining? What is your personal impression in part of reliability and safety for such small flaps?

Not as smooth as my SIG SHR!!! Do a review!