Geissele 08-538 King Hunter 7mm BackCountry 20" 1:8" SS Bbl Camo Rifle

The Geissele King Hunter 7mm BackCountry Rifle 08-538 is a precision long-range platform optimized for the high-performance 7mm BackCountry cartridge. Geissele 08-538 features a 20" stainless steel cut-rifled barrel with a 1:8 twist, a long action bolt with a floating bolt head, and a Nanoweapon-coated bolt assembly for smooth operation and corrosion resistance. Housed in a Manners LRH carbon fiber camo stock, the rifle balances durability and lightweight handling. A Super 700 two-stage trigger ensures crisp, consistent shots, making the King Hunter ideal for demanding backcountry and long-range applications.

The Geissele King Hunter Rifle is purpose-built to maximize the full potential of the powerful 7mm BackCountry cartridge—capable of delivering over twice the energy of a .30-06 at 1,000 yards. Designed for peak long-range performance, this Geissele King Hunter Rifle combines precision engineering with rugged reliability.

Its long action bolt assembly features a floating bolt head for improved lug engagement and a roller-guided firing pin for consistent ignition. Coated in Nanoweapon, the bolt delivers ultra-smooth cycling and superior corrosion resistance. Housed in a Manners LRH carbon fiber stock, the rifle offers a balance of lightweight handling and ergonomic stability, weighing just over 8 lbs.

Accuracy is core to the platform, featuring a 20” cut-rifled stainless steel barrel with a 1:8 twist, and Geissele’s ultra-crisp Super 700 two-stage trigger. Whether in the backcountry or on the range, the King Hunter delivers uncompromising performance when precision matters most.

Features of the Geissele King Hunter:

• Chambered in 7mm BackCountry


• 20-inch stainless steel barrel w/ cut-rifling


• Super 700 2-Stage Trigger (a.k.a. “the smile-maker”)


• Floating bolt head


• Roller guided firing pin


• Manners Long Range Hunter Stock