Owner's Manual

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25 we reserve the right to reFuse service on FirearMs that
have been altered, added to or substantially changed.
Removal of metal from the barrel, or modifications of the firing
mechanism and/or operating parts, may lead to a refusal of service
on such firearms. We will charge you for parts and labor to return
the firearm to original specifications.
do not, under any circuMstances, alter the trigger, saFety
or other Parts oF the Firing MechanisM oF this or any other
FirearM. Failure to obey this warning May result in injury
or death to yourselF or others.
BE CAREFUL!
GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The Browning A-Bolt III is a bolt-action rifle that operates by lifting
the bolt handle, drawing the bolt rearward and then sliding the bolt
forward and rotating the bolt downward until it stops. This process
takes a cartridge from the magazine and loads it into the chamber
for firing.
The A-Bolt III’s short, 60° bolt lift lets you cycle the action rapidly for
quick follow-up shots. Because the bolt does not swing up as high as
other bolt-action rifles when open, there is ample scope clearance.
The A-Bolt III has a strong three-lug bolt. Weight is reduced while
maintaining the strength necessary to handle magnum calibers.
Other significant features include a detachable box magazine and a
thumb-operated, top-tang “safety” with bolt override feature. The
distinctive smooth plane top of the receiver provides a firm platform
for scope mount placement.
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