DESCRIPTION
The Browning BLR Lightweight ’81 in .243 Winchester combines the fast handling of a traditional lever-action rifle with a detachable magazine and lightweight aluminum alloy receiver. Its 20-inch sporter-profile steel barrel and short-action configuration make it a compact, versatile option for hunting and field use.
Classic Grade I black walnut features a gloss finish and cut 18 LPI checkering, complemented by a polished blued barrel and receiver. A gold-plated trigger and gold Buck Mark engraving on the trigger guard add signature Browning styling to this lightweight lever-action rifle.
Key Features
- Lever-Action Design: Classic lever-operated action in a lightweight hunting rifle configuration.
- .243 Winchester Chambering: Chambered for the popular .243 Win cartridge.
- 20-Inch Barrel: Steel sporter-contour barrel balances maneuverability and field performance.
- Detachable Magazine: Four-round detachable magazine provides convenient loading and unloading.
- Lightweight Receiver: Aluminum alloy receiver helps keep overall weight to 6 lbs. 8 oz.
- Grade I Black Walnut: Traditional walnut stock features a gloss finish.
- Cut Checkering: 18 LPI checkering provides a secure grip and classic appearance.
- Polished Blued Finish: Barrel and receiver feature a polished blued finish.
- Gold-Plated Trigger: Adds distinctive Browning styling.
- Gold Buck Mark: Trigger guard features Browning’s Buck Mark engraving in gold.
Specifications
- Brand: Browning
- Model: BLR Lightweight ’81
- Item Number: 034006111
- UPC: 023614240631
- Action: Lever-Action
- Action Length: Short Action
- Caliber: .243 Winchester
- Barrel Length: 20 in.
- Barrel Material: Steel
- Barrel Contour: Sporter
- Barrel Finish: Polished Blued
- Twist Rate: 1:10
- Chamber Finish: Polished
- Magazine Capacity: 4 Rounds
- Magazine Type: Detachable
- Receiver Material: Aluminum Alloy
- Receiver Finish: Polished Blued
- Stock Material: Black Walnut
- Wood Grade: Grade I
- Stock Finish: Gloss
- Checkering: Cut 18 LPI
- Recoil Pad: Polymer
- Trigger Material: Alloy
- Trigger Finish: Gold Plated
- Trigger Guard Material: Steel
- Trigger Guard Engraving: Buck Mark in Gold
- Pistol Grip Cap: None
- Sling Swivel Studs: None
- Length of Pull: 13-3/4 in.
- Drop at Comb: 7/8 in.
- Drop at Heel: 15/16 in.
- Overall Length: 40 in.
- Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz.
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