{"id":3812,"date":"2025-10-01T11:38:08","date_gmt":"2025-10-01T11:38:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/wiki\/blaser-k95-exceptional-single-shot-rifle\/"},"modified":"2025-10-01T11:40:47","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T11:40:47","slug":"blaser-k95-exceptional-single-shot-rifle","status":"publish","type":"wiki","link":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wiki\/blaser-k95-exceptional-single-shot-rifle\/","title":{"rendered":"Blaser K95 | Exceptional single-shot rifle"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3812\" class=\"elementor elementor-3812 elementor-3800\" data-elementor-post-type=\"wiki\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d7f6bbe e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d7f6bbe\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-67e7c67 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"67e7c67\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Introduction<\/h2><p>The <strong>Blaser K95<\/strong> is a single-shot, rocker-action rifle designed by German manufacturer <strong>Blaser Jagdwaffen GmbH<\/strong>. Renowned for its lightness, precision and elegance, this rifle is aimed at demanding hunters, especially those who prefer carefully placed shots rather than pace. <\/p><p>Its rocker design makes it an exceptionally compact model, while German assembly quality and top-of-the-range finishes make it a true <strong>prestige rifle<\/strong>, often handed down from generation to generation.<\/p><h2>Background and philosophy<\/h2><p>Unlike most modern repeating or semi-automatic rifles, the K95 is a <strong>single-shot rocker<\/strong>, a configuration inherited from traditional European weapons. Blaser has modernized this concept by incorporating : <\/p><ul><li><p>Modern materials (light alloys, high-quality wood)<\/p><\/li><li><p>Total safety with firing pin lock<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Robust<\/strong>, discreet <strong>vertical locking<\/strong> <\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>The K95 is neither a weapon of war nor a tactical platform. It is a <strong>precision tool for the hunter<\/strong> who wishes to combine efficiency, beauty and responsibility in his practice. <\/p><h2>Technical data<\/h2><table><thead><tr><th>Element<\/th><th>Detail<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Type<\/td><td>Rocking single-shot rifle<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Available calibres<\/td><td>From .222 Rem to .500 NE<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barrel length<\/td><td>From 50 to 65 cm (depending on version)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total length<\/td><td>~95 to 105 cm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>Approx. 2.5 to 2.8 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Expansion<\/td><td>Direct trigger<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Safety<\/td><td>Separate firing pin arming<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h2>Design and ergonomics<\/h2><p>The Blaser K95 is designed around an extremely reliable <strong>vertical locking<\/strong> mechanism, elegantly integrated into the case. Its slim silhouette, light weight and easy tilting make it ideal for : <\/p><ul><li><p><strong>Mountain hunting<\/strong>, where compactness is essential<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Long approach walks<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li><p>A <strong>single, controlled shot<\/strong>, with a view to rational hunting<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>The rifle is only cocked when the shot is fired via a sliding button on the upper part of the case, ensuring <strong>maximum safety when carrying<\/strong>.<\/p><h2>Finishes and variants<\/h2><p>The K95 is available in a wide range of versions:<\/p><ul><li><p><strong>K95 Standard<\/strong>: plain wood finish, matt black housing<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>K95 Luxus \/ Baronesse \/ Stutzen \/ Black Edition<\/strong>: selected woods, artistic engravings, engraved or gilded cases, inlays<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>K95 Ultimate \/ Ultimate Carbon<\/strong>: modern versions with synthetic or carbon butts, adjustable busk, cheek rest.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>K95 Safari<\/strong>: chambered in powerful calibers for African hunting (.375 H&amp;H, .500 NE) <\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>Numerous options enable extensive customization: choice of wood, engraving, barrel finish, optical accessories, etc.<\/p><h2>Target audience and use<\/h2><p>The Blaser K95 is designed primarily for :<\/p><ul><li><p>Lightweight <strong>mountain<\/strong> and approach <strong>hunters<\/strong> <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Traditional shooters<\/strong>, attached to the aesthetics and gesture of a single shot<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Lovers of fine weapons<\/strong>, collectors or refined users<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>It is particularly popular in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, as well as in high-end European hunting circles.<\/p><h2>Comparison with other single-shot hunting rifles<\/h2><table><thead><tr><th>Model<\/th><th>Type<\/th><th>Weight<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Blaser K95<\/td><td>Single-shot<\/td><td>~2.7 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Merkel K3<\/td><td>Single shot<\/td><td>~2.6 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kipplauf Haenel J\u00e4ger 9<\/td><td>Single-shot<\/td><td>~2.9 kg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>The K95 stands out for its superior finish and modularity. It is a benchmark in the high-end single-shot segment. <\/p><h2>Conclusion<\/h2><p>The <strong>Blaser K95<\/strong> is much more than just a single-shot rifle. It is a <g id=\"gid_1\">symbol of German tradition, precision and excellence in gunmaking<\/g>. 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