With the 1782 and the GRS Bifrost stock, the well established German manufacturer Anschütz offers quality at its very best. The fast and smooth action and the intuitive adjustments of the GRS stock provide precision in a double pack. So much for now, but first the technical details of the gun.
Anschütz 1782: action & bolt and Noblex scope
The classic blued steel action of the Anschütz 1782 has an integrated/milled-in Picatinny rail. This provides a stable mounting base which, unlike attached rails, cannot be loosened or moved. The 60-degree throw of the bolt also enables a low mounting height. We have fitted a Noblex NZ8 2.5-20x50 LR inception riflescope on the test rifle. The RRP for the scope is €1,499. The enormously increased magnification range of 2.5x to 20x in combination with the newly developed MHR reticle should be emphasised. This makes it suitable not only as an all-rounder for conventional hide hunting but also for roe deer at 100 meters.
The bolt is fluted and features a DLC coating (Diamond Like Carbon). The coating ensures a very smooth and gliding repeating action and is also highly resistant to corrosion. The bolt is easy to remove thanks to the catch on the left-hand side. The bolt handle knob of the Anschütz 1782 is also DLC-coated. In combination with a throw angle of 60°, repeating can be performed very comfortably and quickly.
On the right-hand side is the 2-position slide safety and a bolt handle lock, which locks the bolt handle to prevent accidental opening while stalking. A cocking indicator is visible at the rear of the bolt and can also be easily felt at night.
The six locking lugs arranged in two rows provide safety and guarantee maximum stability with every shot.
The gun was tested in 6.5 Creedmoor (the rifle is also available in .243 Win., .308 Win., 6.5 x 55 SE, .30-06, 8×57 IS, 9.3x62 and .300 Win. Mag.). It came with a 20.5"/52 cm barrel and an M15x1 muzzle thread. The accuracy of Anschütz firearms is widely recognised in the sports sector.
Magazine and trigger of the Anschütz 1782
The magazine of the Anschütz 1782 is made of stainless steel and holds 3 cartridges in 6.5 Creedmoor. The base plate and the feeder are made of plastic. The easily accessible magazine release lever integrated into the trigger guard is intuitive to operate and allows the magazine to be changed quickly. The trigger of the Anschütz 1782 can be adjusted from 750 g to 1,200 g. Unless otherwise requested, the Anschütz 1782 is delivered from the factory with a preset trigger pull weight of 1,100 g.
Anschütz 1782 GRS Bifrost: the adjustable composite stock
The GRS Bifrost is made of a fiberglass-reinforced composite material. The rubberised surfaces on the pistol grip and fore-end guarantee optimum grip. The SpeedLock system enables flexible adjustment of the stock length and cheek rest. The butt plate can be adjusted in height and laterally in 5° increments. This allows the stock to be perfectly adapted to the shooter's body.
The grip on the buttstock is very ergonomic for me. You place your thumb in the hollow above the grip frame. This allows me to almost enclose the grip and gives me a good purchase when shooting.
- Both ends of the fore-end and the buttstock are ready to accept Picatinny rails, making it easy to mount various accessories such as a bipod.
- The rifle sling can be attached to the fore-end either on the left, right or in the centre. There are also two options for attaching the rifle sling to the buttstock using a quick-release system. This allows you to adjust the position of the rifle and the carrying comfort to suit the individual.
The practice and the price: the Anschütz 1782 GRS Bifrost rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor field tested
I used the gun on the shooting range and also when hunting. The Anschütz 1782 GRS Bifrost is not one of the lightest rifles due to its stock. But thanks to the possibility of adjusting the stock and the rifle sling, stalking in the hunting ground is pleasant even over longer periods of time despite its higher weight. The action is quiet and as smooth as butter. The safety can also be operated silently – ideal for stalking red deer or sows. Thanks to the customised adjustment of the stock, the rifle is perfectly adjusted to me and even the quick cheek rest always works. The ruggedness of the stock also allows for carelessness, something a wooden stock often acknowledges forever with scratches or dents. On the shooting range, I am also very comfortable with the caliber and accuracy.
All in all, with the 1782 GRS Bifrost, Anschütz has presented a high-performance rifle with finely tuned stock, action and trigger as an all-rounder. The price of the tested rifle is €2,598 (RRP in Germany).
Further information can be found on the Anschütz website.
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