Blaser R8 receiver question

[gzr]

Hi everyone,

I'm looking at the Blaser R8 as a rugged rifle. Could you tell me if the bolt rails are steel running on aluminum raceways? Should I be concerned about wear in the receiver raceways? I've searched a tonne and can't seem to find any commentary on this.

Thanks!

 

[gzr]

What are the rails made of? Are they aluminum rails on aluminum raceways?

 

[TOBY458]

The raceways are aluminum on the aluminum frame guns. Steel, on the steel frame guns. The rails themselves are steel in all cases. If you keep a little oil on the rails, you'll never have an issue either way.

 

[BeeMaa]

I currently have 3 aluminum receivers and sold a steel one a couple years back. Never had an issue with either. I run a light oil that is just enough for a thin film. With thousands of rounds downrange from each rifle...never had a problem.

 

[gzr]

Thanks for replying. Seems I'm concerned about a non-existent issue. Come to think of it, semi-auto pistols like the Beretta 92 and the Sig P226 have existed for eons with steel slides and aluminum frames. The 92 is one of the most reliable pistols out there.

I think I'll try a very light coating of Aeroshell 64 grease. Operating temps are -73C to 121C.