The Ultimate Versatility: Discover the Bergara B-14 Hunting and Match Rifle (HMR)

Are you a dedicated hunter who demands precision in the field, or a competitive shooter seeking a rifle that can consistently hit targets at long range? Perhaps you're both, and you need a single, reliable firearm that transitions seamlessly from the demanding conditions of a hunting expedition to the rigorous precision required in a match. If you've been searching for a rifle that excels in accuracy, durability, and adaptability without breaking the bank, look no further than the Bergara B-14 Hunting and Match Rifle (HMR). This exceptional firearm, available at DEGuns, is engineered to meet the stringent demands of both scenarios, offering unparalleled performance and value in its class.

Why Choose the Bergara B-14 HMR for Your Diverse Shooting Needs?

The Bergara B-14 HMR, specifically the model chambered in .22-250 Remington, is designed to solve a fundamental challenge for serious shooters: finding a single platform that can deliver match-grade accuracy for competition and rugged reliability for hunting. Many rifles specialize in one area, forcing enthusiasts to compromise or invest in multiple dedicated firearms. The HMR's integrated mini-chassis, free-floated barrel, and adjustable stock are just a few features that make it a standout choice for those who refuse to settle. This rifle isn't just about versatility; it's about delivering superior performance consistently, shot after shot.

Unmatched Precision: The Heart of the Bergara B-14 HMR

The World-Renowned Bergara Barrel: A Foundation of Accuracy

What makes a Bergara barrel so renowned in the shooting community? Every Bergara B-14 HMR begins its life in Bergara's highly automated and efficient barrel factory in Spain. This advanced manufacturing process ensures consistent quality and precision from the very first step. The B-14 HMR features a premium Bergara barrel crafted from 4140 CrMo steel, known for its excellent strength and machinability. This barrel undergoes a meticulous drilling, honing, and button-rifling process, ensuring a mirror-like internal finish and incredibly precise rifling. The result is a barrel that supports a fully free-floated design, eliminating any contact points with the stock that could introduce inconsistencies and compromise accuracy. This meticulous attention to detail allows the B-14 HMR to achieve optimal precision, making sub-MOA groups a common expectation for skilled shooters.

For enhanced durability and a sleek aesthetic, the barrel is finished with a Graphite Black Cerakote. This advanced ceramic-based coating provides exceptional resistance to abrasion, corrosion, and chemical exposure, ensuring your rifle stands up to the harshest environments, whether you're stalking game in wet conditions or enduring a dusty competition stage. Furthermore, the barrel features a threaded muzzle (5/8"-24 thread pattern) complete with a thread protector, making it ready for the quick and easy addition of a suppressor, muzzle brake, or other muzzle devices to further refine your shooting experience.

The Super-Smooth Bergara B-14 Action: Reliability You Can Trust

Complementing the precision barrel is Bergara's own super-smooth B-14 Action. This two-lug system is celebrated for its reliable and consistent performance, a critical factor for both quick follow-up shots in hunting scenarios and rapid cycling during competitive stages. The action incorporates a Sako-style extractor, known for its robust and positive grip on the cartridge rim, ensuring reliable extraction of spent casings. This feature minimizes the chances of failures to eject, which can be disastrous in high-stakes situations. The coned bolt nose and breech design further enhance reliability by ensuring a smooth, snag-free feeding of cartridges from the magazine into the chamber. This thoughtful engineering reduces friction and potential hang-ups, guaranteeing seamless operation when it matters most. The B-14 action is also compatible with Remington 700-style rings and bases, offering an extensive range of aftermarket optics mounting solutions and customization options readily available at DEGuns.

Integrated Mini-Chassis System: Repeatable Bedding for Unwavering Accuracy

A key innovation in the B-14 HMR is its integrated mini-chassis, molded directly into the synthetic stock. This internal aluminum chassis provides a rock-solid foundation for the barreled action, ensuring repeatable bedding and unparalleled accuracy. Unlike traditional stocks that might flex or shift, the mini-chassis eliminates inconsistencies caused by stock warp or temperature changes. This means your rifle maintains its zero more reliably, shot after shot, season after season, making it an ideal choice for hunters who need absolute confidence in their first shot and competition shooters who rely on precise, consistent groups under varying conditions. The stock's design, coupled with the free-floated barrel, allows the barrel to vibrate consistently without interference, contributing significantly to the rifle's inherent precision.

Ergonomics and Customization: Tailored for Every Shooter

Adjustable Buttstock: Your Perfect Fit for Enhanced Performance

The Bergara B-14 HMR is designed with the shooter's comfort and adaptability in mind. The synthetic stock, with its Black Speckled Brown finish, is not only durable but also highly adjustable. It features an adjustable cheekpiece, allowing shooters to perfectly align their eye with the scope, ensuring a consistent and comfortable sight picture regardless of optics height or individual facial structure. This is crucial for maintaining proper head position, reducing fatigue, and enhancing accuracy over extended shooting sessions. Furthermore, the length of pull (LOP) can be easily adjusted using interchangeable spacers, accommodating shooters of various body types, arm lengths, and shooting styles. Whether you're wearing bulky winter gear or a lightweight competition shirt, you can quickly achieve your ideal LOP for optimal comfort and recoil management.

For added convenience and functionality, the stock includes QD (Quick Detach) flush cups. These integrated points allow for the easy attachment and detachment of slings, providing secure carry options in the field and versatile positioning on the shooting line. This thoughtful design ensures that the rifle can be quickly adapted to different carrying methods or shooting supports, enhancing its overall practicality.

Precision Trigger: The Critical Connection Between Shooter and Rifle

The firing sequence culminates with the trigger, and the Bergara B-14 HMR is outfitted with a Bergara curved trigger. This trigger is engineered to provide a crisp, clean break with every pull, a fundamental requirement for precision shooting. A consistent and predictable trigger pull minimizes shooter input error, allowing you to focus on sight alignment and breath control without worrying about a "creepy" or heavy trigger affecting your shot placement. This attention to trigger quality significantly contributes to the rifle's overall accuracy potential, empowering shooters to achieve their best performance.

AICS Magazine Compatibility: Reliable Feeding and Capacity

The Bergara B-14 HMR comes standard with an AICS (Accuracy International Chassis System) detachable magazine. For the .22-250 Remington model, a 5-round magazine is included (note: 6.5 PRC models typically use a 3-round magazine). The AICS magazine system is widely regarded in the precision shooting community for its reliability, durability, and widespread availability. This compatibility means easy access to spare magazines and ensures consistent, trouble-free feeding of cartridges, an essential feature for both hunting and competition where quick reloads can be critical.

Understanding the .22-250 Remington Caliber: Velocity and Versatility

The Bergara B-14 HMR discussed here is chambered in .22-250 Remington, a high-velocity, flat-shooting cartridge renowned for its performance on varmints and predators, as well as for target shooting. What makes the .22-250 Rem an excellent choice for this rifle?

• High Velocity: This cartridge delivers impressive muzzle velocities, often exceeding 3,500 feet per second (fps) with lighter bullets. This high speed results in a very flat trajectory, simplifying holdover calculations at longer ranges.
• Precision: The .22-250 Rem is inherently accurate, making it a favorite for varmint hunting where small targets demand precise shot placement. Its excellent ballistic characteristics complement the HMR's precision engineering.
• Versatility: While primarily known for varmint hunting (coyotes, prairie dogs, groundhogs), the .22-250 Rem can also be effective for smaller deer species or other medium game where legal and appropriate bullet selection is used. For competition, its mild recoil and flat trajectory make it enjoyable and effective for target shooting at various distances.
• Twist Rate: This model features a 1:9" twist rate, which is versatile enough to stabilize a wide range of popular .224" bullet weights, from lighter varmint bullets to heavier projectiles suitable for longer-range precision.

With a 24-inch barrel, the .22-250 Remington cartridge achieves optimal velocity and consistent performance, maximizing its potential for both hunting and match applications.

Real-World Applications: Where the B-14 HMR Shines

For the Hunter: Precision and Reliability in the Field

When you're out in the wilderness, every shot counts. The Bergara B-14 HMR provides the confidence you need to make ethical, precise shots on game. Its robust construction, Graphite Black Cerakote finish, and synthetic stock ensure durability against harsh weather and rugged terrain. The integrated mini-chassis and free-floated barrel maintain consistent accuracy even after long treks or exposure to temperature fluctuations. Imagine calling in a coyote at range; the B-14 HMR's inherent accuracy and the .22-250 Rem's flat trajectory combine to give you the highest probability of a clean, humane harvest. Its comfortable, adjustable stock allows for stable shooting positions, whether you're prone, kneeling, or using a shooting stick. At 9.20 lbs, it offers a solid shooting platform without being overly cumbersome for field use.

For the Competition Shooter: Consistency and Customization on the Range

In precision rifle matches like the PRS (Precision Rifle Series) or NRL (National Rifle League), consistency is paramount. The B-14 HMR's repeatable bedding, crisp trigger, and smooth action translate directly into higher scores. The adjustable cheekpiece and length of pull allow shooters to fine-tune their rifle's fit for optimal recoil management and sight picture, crucial for rapid follow-up shots and maintaining composure under pressure. The AICS magazine compatibility ensures quick and reliable reloads, while the threaded muzzle opens up options for advanced recoil mitigation devices or suppressors, depending on match rules. The rifle's inherent accuracy, combined with its ergonomic adjustability, provides a distinct competitive edge, allowing shooters to focus on their fundamentals rather than battling their equipment.

Unboxing the Bergara B-14 HMR: What to Expect

Upon receiving your Bergara B-14 HMR from DEGuns, you'll immediately notice the attention to detail and quality craftsmanship. The rifle arrives ready for optics mounting, thanks to its drilled and tapped receiver, which is compatible with widely available Remington 700-style rings and bases. The two-position safety provides secure handling, ensuring peace of mind during transport and in the field. Every component, from the barrel to the action and stock, is designed for longevity and performance, offering an exceptional out-of-the-box experience. This rifle truly delivers a level of quality and performance that is unmatched in its price range, making it a smart investment for any serious shooter.

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Bergara B-14 HMR (.22-250 Rem) Key Specifications

The table below provides a concise overview of the technical specifications for the Bergara B-14 HMR chambered in .22-250 Remington. This model, identified by UPC 043125016112 and SKU B14S354C, embodies Bergara's commitment to precision and versatility.

Feature	Detail	Additional Info
Brand	Bergara Rifles	A leader in precision barrel manufacturing
Series / Model	HMR (B-14)	Hunting and Match Rifle designation
Caliber	.22-250 Remington	High-velocity varmint/target cartridge
Action	Bolt Action	Smooth B-14, two-lug system
Gun Platform	Rem 700-Style	Broad compatibility with aftermarket parts
Capacity	5+1 Rounds	Includes a 5-round AICS detachable magazine
Barrel Length	24 inches	Optimized for .22-250 Rem velocity
Barrel Finish	Graphite Black Cerakote	Durable, corrosion-resistant coating
Muzzle	Threaded (5/8"-24)	Ready for suppressors or brakes
Twist Rate	1:9"	Accommodates various bullet weights
Stock Material	Synthetic	Durable, molded with mini-chassis
Stock Finish	Black Speckled Brown	Aesthetic and robust
Adjustments	Adjustable LOP & Cheek Piece	Customizable fit for any shooter
Trigger	Curved Bergara Trigger	Crisp, clean pull for precision
Weight	9.20 lbs	Stable shooting platform
Overall Length (OAL)	43.50 inches	Balanced for field and range
Hand Orientation	Right Hand	Standard configuration
Sights	Drilled & Tapped	Ready for optics mounting
Receiver Material	Steel	Robust and durable construction
Receiver Finish	Graphite Black Cerakote	Matches barrel for uniform protection
Safety	Two-Position	Standard and reliable
Application	Field / Competition	Designed for dual-purpose use
UPC	043125016112	Universal Product Code
SKU / MPN	B14S354C	Manufacturer Part Number