U.S.A. –-(Ammoland.com)- When it comes to lightweight, large bore AR perfection, the Wilson Combat HUNTER series sets the new benchmark for hard-hitting, accurate precision semi-auto shooting performance.
Designed to be the lightest large bore AR’s on the market, the HUNTER series from Wilson Combat consists of three all-new models of varying weights and features chambered in high-performance precision and hunting calibers like 6.5 Creedmoor, .260 Remington, 7mm08 Remington, .308 Winchester, .338 Federal and .358 Winchester. With the majority of the major components of the HUNTER series designed and machined in our Berryville, Arkansas facility you can be assured that these new rifles have been thoroughly tested to be the best that a lightweight AR rifle can be and are guaranteed to shoot sub one-inch, three-shot groups at 100 yards.
Like all Wilson Combat custom AR-pattern rifles, the new HUNTER models feature our in-house button-rifled, stainless match grade barrels in varying lengths at the heart of each gun. Our new low-mass bolt carriers along with a tuneable Wilson/SLR click-adjustable gas block ensure smooth cycling and operation across a wide variety of ammunition pressures. The time-tested, rugged Tactical Trigger Unit will give you the confidence in taking a clean shot on the trophy of your dreams.
The Ultimate Hunter – 7lbs 5oz
- MSRP: $3,345.00
- Available Calibers: .308 Winchester, .338 Federal, .358 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor
Bill Wilson’s ideal hunting AR. The medium-lightweight profile barrel will provide amazing accuracy and lightweight portability. The SMOKE COMPOSITES fixed, 100% carbon-fiber stock, lightweight, match-grade button rifled barrel and Wilson Combat M-LOK rail shave the most weight possible from the AR platform without sacrificing reliability, practical accuracy or durability.
The Tactical Hunter – 7lbs 11oz
- MSRP: $3,145.00 (Non-Fluted) $3,195 (Fluted)
- Available Calibers: 7mm-08 Remington, .308 Winchester, .338 Federal, 6.5 Creedmoor, .260 Remington
The ideal large bore AR for hunting game or general tactical and defensive use. The threaded, match-grade button rifled barrel is ideal for suppressed shooting and an adjustable buttstock gives you the ability to adapt the gun’s size to various size shooters or for storage use. The new Wilson Combat M-LOK rail is lightweight but rugged and designed for heavy use.
The Ultralight Hunter – 7lbs
- MSRP: $3,295.00
- Available Calibers: .308 Winchester, .338 Federal, .358 Winchester
When lightweight and compact performance is paramount. This model features our lightweight billet receiver, lightweight bolt carrier, Wilson Combat M-LOK rail, ultralight profile barrel and carbon fiber stock. The Ultralight HUNTER has an overall length of 35 1/8” and only weighs SEVEN pounds without the magazine making it the lightest large format AR on the market! The Wilson Combat Ultralight HUNTER is easy to carry all day in the field with the guaranteed accuracy, reliability and durability Wilson Combat is known for.
About Wilson Combat
Since 1977 Wilson Combat has been the leading innovator in high-performance, custom 1911 handguns, tactical long guns, and accessories. A Wilson Combat product’s unmatched level of exceptional reliability and peerless craftsmanship is only equaled by our legendary customer service. Learn more about us at https://www.wilsoncombat.com.
I’ve always wanted an AR in .358 Win. What a hog gun that would be! Also authoritative on big deer and black bear. Guess I’ll have to stick with my DPMS GII Recon in .308 because there’s no way to justify spending that kind of money for a Wilson Combat rifle in my world. Can’t somebody at least make a .358 Win upper, if not a complete rifle, at a reasonable price?
Looks great but $3000???? Thanks NO thanks
And I thought my SIG 716 FDE was pricy(paid $2149.00)! I am wanting a longer barreled hunting AR in .308 WIN but at over $3000+ I guess I’m going to have to continue to use that SIG 716 or my Ruger SR762. I’ve never taken any elk at over 115 yards so I’ll let my dreams rest quietly for now. They sure do look sweet.
Not for your average shooter at that price.
I really don’t see the over $3,000.00 price. You are paying $2,000.00 more for the Wilson name and what ? Like buying a Colt anymore. Been there, done that…. You get wisdom with age.
There’s no getting around it that the AR platform is as versatile as it gets. That said, at more than $3,000 for each of these I believe they’re going into a niche market. Whether or not that market is populated by enough to support the company remains to be seen.