This Bolt Action could change your life! Terminus Zeus precision rifle shooting

Published on October 29, 2022
Duration: 9:03

This video demonstrates the switch barrel capability of the Terminus Zeus action, highlighting its ease of use for changing calibers in the field. The presenter details the process of swapping a .308 barrel for a .223 Remington barrel, emphasizing the role of set screws and hand-tightening for quick barrel changes. It also touches on the benefits of a 60-degree bolt throw and threaded trigger pins for precision rifle platforms.

Quick Summary

The Terminus Zeus action offers significant advantages for precision rifle enthusiasts, including a fast 60-degree bolt throw for rapid cycling and threaded trigger pins for easy field maintenance. Its standout feature is the switch barrel capability, allowing for quick caliber changes by loosening set screws and hand-tightening barrels.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Terminus Actions
  2. 00:37Feature 1: 60 Degree Bolt Throw
  3. 01:37Feature 2: Threaded Trigger Pins
  4. 02:18Feature 3: Switch Barrel Capability
  5. 04:04Barrel Swap Demonstration
  6. 05:16Bolt Swap
  7. 05:32Shooting the .223 Remington
  8. 06:02Group Analysis & Zero Shift
  9. 07:10Ammunition Details
  10. 08:04Magazine and Chassis Performance
  11. 08:30Conclusion and Links

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key advantages of the Terminus Zeus action?

The Terminus Zeus action is praised for its smooth 60-degree bolt throw, which significantly speeds up cycling compared to a 90-degree throw. It also features threaded trigger pins for easy field replacement and a switch barrel capability, allowing for quick caliber changes.

How do you perform a barrel swap on a Terminus Zeus action?

To swap barrels on a Terminus Zeus, first loosen the two set screws on each side of the action. Then, hand-tighten the current barrel out, remove the bolt, insert the new barrel, hand-tighten it, and re-tighten the set screws until snug. Remember to swap the bolt and magazine for the new caliber.

What is the typical point of impact shift when switching barrels on a precision rifle?

Switching barrels on a precision rifle, such as from .308 to .223, can cause a point of impact shift. In this demonstration, the shift was approximately half an inch low and half to one inch left at 100 yards, requiring minor sight adjustments.

What ammunition was used in the Terminus Zeus rifle demonstration?

For the .308 caliber, Federal Gold Medal Match 175-grain Sierra Match Kings were used. For the .223 Remington caliber, Fiocchi Exacta Match 77-grain Match Kings were utilized, both performing well.

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