Taking our heavy-barreled rimfire to the next level, the 457 Match Target Rifle gets a bit more attention than the average 457 Varmint. Its Match chamber is cut to the tightest specification that CIP will allow, meaning it will perform impressively well with top-tier ammo.
The MTR's Turkish walnut stock is designed with ergonomics in mind, featuring a vertical grip with comfortable palm swell and laser stippling for texture. A large, flat forend has dual QD studs for running a bipod and a sling, and wrap-around stippling gives much more grip for the forward hand.
The most significant improvement is the addition of an American-style push-to-fire safety—something Hunter's Education instructors and 4-H shooting coaches have requested for years. Beyond this obvious change, numerous small improvements were made throughout the platform.
