Strasser RS 14

The History of Strasser

Strasser has been producing essential parts for hunting and sporting guns for renowned brands for decades. The company's parts, which are made at its Austrian facility, have also been used reliably and safely in rockets launched by the European Space Agency. However, Strasser's team is not just knowledgeable about gun production, but they are also passionate hunters who understand the needs of those in the field.

In 2005, the company introduced its pioneering straight-pull bolt action rifle, the RS 05, which became a significant development in hunting weapons. This model, which features a patented hydraulic barrel clamping system, has been well-received by hunters globally. In 2014, the RS 05 was improved and rereleased as the RS 14, which features a systematic and further developed LS barrel exchange system. The RS barrel exchange system, a new feature of the RS 14, allows for a highly accurate, repeatable, and reliable change of caliber, similar to the RS 05. It is a simple and innovative technology that will appeal to enthusiasts. For hunters who do not require a change of caliber, the RS SOLO offers all the benefits of a straight-pull bolt action rifle at a competitive price. The barrel of the RS SOLO comes in the caliber of your choice and performs consistently with high reliability.

The TAC 1 was specifically designed for sport shooting. It is a precision weapon with all the necessary properties that a marksman needs to succeed. Its safe, accurate design and ergonomic operating functions make a Strasser straight-pull bolt action rifle a reliable companion for hunting at home or abroad.

Strasser RS 14 Rifle Review

The Strasser RS 14 is a straight-pull bolt-action hunting rifle known for its accuracy and reliability. One of the standout features of this rifle is its smooth and reliable action. The bolt handle is easy to grip, and the bolt itself moves smoothly, making it a pleasure to use. The receiver of the RS 14 is made from durable materials and is built to last. Unlike the Strasser RS 14 Evolution with an integrated Picatinny rail, this rifle has a unique mounting surface.

The barrel length of the RS 14 is 560 mm (22 inches), a good length for a hunting rifle. It provides a good balance of accuracy and maneuverability and is suitable for a variety of hunting situations. The overall length of the RS 14 is 1040 mm (41 inches), which is a bit on the longer side. The longer length does make the rifle a bit more cumbersome to carry, but it helps to reduce recoil, a nice feature for those sensitive to recoil. The stock of the RS 14 is made from either wooden or synthetic material that is both durable and weather-resistant. It is also designed to be comfortable to hold and shoot and has a nice, ergonomic feel to it. The safety on the RS 14 is located on the back of the receiver and is easy to engage and disengage. It is also accompanied by a simple red cocking indicator on the upper part of the bolt. Titanium nitride is used to make the bolt head and the golden colored trigger.

One of the convenient features of the RS 14 is the detachable magazine, which allows for quick and easy loading and unloading of the rifle. The magazine holds up to four rounds of a standard caliber, a good amount for hunting, and the cartridges are easy to insert and remove. In summary, the Strasser RS 14 is a reliable and accurate hunting rifle, well-suited for a variety of hunting situations.

Strasser RS 14, chambered for .308 Win.

Figure 1: Strasser RS 14, chambered for .308 Win. (Source: https://www.naturabuy.fr/test-carabine-rs14-black-widow-strasser-essai-4448.html)

Strasser RS 14 Calibers

Strasser RS 14 is chambered for the following calibers, divided into three categories:

Mini calibers:

.222 Rem.
.223 Rem.
.300 AAC Blackout

Standard calibers:

.22-250 Rem.
.243 Win.
6 XC
6.5 Creedmoor
6.5x55 SE
6.5x65 RWS
6.5-284 Norma
7 mm-08 Rem.
7x64
.270 Win.
.308 Win.
.30-06
8x57 IS
8.5x63
9.3x57
9.3x62

Magnum calibers:

6.5 PRC
7 mm Rem. Mag.
.300 Win. Mag.
.338 Win. Mag.
.375 Ruger
.416 Ruger
10.3x68 Mag.
.458 Win. Mag.

Strasser RS 14 Variants

Strasser RS 14 is available in the following variants:

Standard
Tahr Gen. 2
Luxus I
Luxus II
Thumb-hole
Thumb-hole Gen. 2
Tracker
Consul
Black Widow
Exclusive I
Exclusive II

Strasser RS 14 receiver, chambered for .308 Win.

Figure 2: Strasser RS 14 receiver, chambered for .308 Win. (Source: https://www.naturabuy.fr/test-carabine-rs14-black-widow-strasser-essai-4448.html)

Scope Mounts Interchangeable with Strasser RS 14

Rifles that have one-piece mounts interchangeable with Strasser RS 14

For one-piece mounts to fit on a rifle, the mounting surfaces of these rifles must match in all dimensions.

The Strasser RS 14 has a unique mounting standard; therefore, there are no interchangeable rifles at this time.

Rifles that have two-piece mounts interchangeable with Strasser RS 14

For two-piece mounts to fit on a rifle, mounting surfaces must match in all dimensions except the B distance. B distance can vary because two-piece mounts can be installed and adjusted closer or further apart. For one-piece mounts to fit on a rifle, the mounting surfaces of these rifles must match in all dimensions.

The Strasser RS 14 has a unique mounting standard; therefore, there are no interchangeable rifles at this time.

Best Scope Mounts for Strasser RS 14

Detachable Repeatable Scope Mounts for Strasser RS 14

Here is the Strasser detachable and repeatable scope mount, made specifically for this rifle. It is easy to detach and attach while your scope stays zeroed. It is made of steel and comes with a two-year warranty.

Picatinny Rails for Strasser RS 14

If you wish to use a universal mount on your rifle, here's a Picatinny rail specifically for the Strasser RS 14 mounting surface. It is made of steel and comes with a two-year warranty.

Help us Build Our Riflescope Mounts Database

If you happen to own this or any other rifle, we would appreciate it if you could help us expand our database by sending us some photos of the rifle receiver (the bare mounting surface of the rifle without the mounts installed). For your help, our company offers a fair return in terms of practical rewards.

Please send us an email for more information. You can contact us here: info@optics-trade.eu

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Introduction

In recent years we can observe that a trend of Picatinny rail has become widespread and global. It is driven by the NATO standardized rails, more commonly known as the Picatinny rail standard. Picatinny rail being the New Jersey Arsenal that developed it in 1995.

These mounting options are revolutionary. The biggest and best advantage being that the Picatinny rail can be used its entire length and not bordered to a few pre-designed slots like for example the Weaver rail standard was before.

The other main advantage is the ease of use and interchangeability. If a product is meant for a Picatinny rail design it will fit all Picatinny-rails, no matter the manufacturer or date of production.

Picatinny/Weaver Rail

Picatinny Rail and Weaver rail profile

Design

The Picatinny rail is almost exclusively crafted from a single piece of metal (in some cases aluminum). In this manner, the axis of the Picatinny rail is perfectly straight and aligned with the axis of the firearm. Therefore the rifle scope which is mounted onto this kind of configuration is certainly aligned with the rifle / gun and the trajectory of the ammunition.

Weaver rail design on the other hand is usually manufactured in two separate pieces, greatly increasing the possibilities for the axis to be crooked, overlapping, and out of line.

It is always harder to align two separate pieces to a third line than it is to align one piece to another. In this way, the lapping of two mounting rings on a single-piece Picatinny rail is no longer required.

The single-piece rail will assure that both rings are perfectly aligned to each other and that no unwished stress is transferred to the riflescope.

Picatinny compare to Weaver Rail

The Picatinny rail itself is an evolutionary step forward from the older Weaver rail. The main difference between Picatinny rail and Weaver rail is the spacing of the slots. Picatinny rail design has them evenly placed exactly 5.23 mm from one slot to the other, 3 mm deep. For this reason, the mounting options are repeatable and the same as other firearms using the Picatinny rail standard.

Interchangeability was a major driving force in the development of the new standard as different NATO armies need to be compatible with each other.

Weaver rail has 3.8mm wide slots and these slots can be placed anywhere on the Weaver rail and in any number that the producer wished.

Advantages of Picatinny design

A big advantage for using the Picatinny rail design is the ever-present recoil stop. Furthermore, the manufacturing of the rail is not very technically demanding and can be done without the use of state-of-the-art machines which greatly reduces the cost of the finished product, making it very affordable.

The Picatinny rail is easy to mount and usually, this type of configuration does not transfer negative stresses and forces from the fired weapon to the rifle scope.

In addition, the Picatinny rail with its very long useable surface works well for mounting longer rifle scopes or to achieve optimum eye relief.

The durability and toughness are other big pluses for this solution.

Manufacturers of Popular Models

A majority of the Picatinny rings are fixed, but a number of best rated European manufacturers (EAW, MAK,..) have, in recent years, put a lot of effort into the development of detachable ring with100% repeatability, with which it becomes easy to remove the scope from the weapon without the use of tools.

No re-zeroing is needed with such mount options, but these models tend to be expensive.

Weaver and Picatinny Rings

Picatinny rail and weaver rail share one more thing. It is possible to use the Weaver ring and the Picatinny ring on the Picatinny-rails, but it is usually impossible to use the Picatinny ring on the Weaver base. The reason being the above-mentioned positioning and spacing of the slots.

Picatinny mounts have a 5mm recoil stop that goes into the rail slot and since
Weaver rail only has 3.8mm wide slots such rings do not fit on Weaver rails.

Due to this reason, the Picatinny-rails are popular and prevailing on the market in recent years and eventually, these options will completely oust the Weaver rail from the market.

Strasser RS 14

The History of Strasser