New Ultralight NULA Hunting Rifles from Wilson Combat
Wilson Combat has introduced a New Ultralight Arms (NULA™) line of bolt-action rifles. These hunting rigs are accurate and very light weight, ranging from 4 lb. 15 oz. to 5 lb. 4 oz., depending on caliber and barrel length. Currently, five chamberings/calibers are offered: .243 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, 7mm-08 Remington, .308 Winchester, and .358 Winchester. Other chamberings will be offered in the future.
With a $3295.00 MSRP, the NULA rifles are expensive. But this modern ultra-light bolt-action rifle seems like a good choice for an avid hunter. NULA rifles have a sub-1″ MOA accuracy guarantee. Weighing about 5 pounds without scope, the NULA is also one of the lightest hunting rifles on the market. On extended hunts, light weight is a huge advantage. No one wants to carry a 10-lb rifle for many miles in the field.
The NULA rifle is a good choice for hunters, given its lightweight design. And the guaranteed sub-MOA accuracy should give hunters confidence. The NULA’s lightweight construction makes it easy to carry and maneuver in the field. Wilson Combat states: “Whether you’re hunting big game or small varmints, this bolt action rifle provides the accuracy and dependability needed to get your trophy quickly and cleanly.”
This top-of-the-line rifle boasts many premium components: Timney Elite Hunter trigger (with 2.75- to 3.25-lb trigger pull), Wilson Combat 416R stainless honed stress-relieved button-rifled barrel, and EDM Cut and machined action made from 4140 bar stock. The barrele action is fitted to an ultra-lightweight carbon fiber stock with reinforced receiver walls for added strength without adding weight.
For its NULA rifle series, Wilson Combat started with a proven Melvin Forbes rifle design and then made several major improvements. The NULA rifles are now produced with advanced manufacturing methods and modern materials including carbon fiber.
Bill Wilson stated: “I feel so fortunate to know Melvin and to have been entrusted with the opportunity to continue his legacy of building the finest and lightest bolt rifles on the market. I’m also deeply humbled and honored that Melvin has put his trust in me and my team at Wilson Combat to continue his life’s work. He is basically turning his ‘baby’ over to us and I assure him and all the past and future customers we won’t let any of you down.”
