#SundayGunday: Kimber Mountain Ascent

Published on September 3, 2017
Duration: 5:24

The Kimber Mountain Ascent is highlighted as the world's lightest production big-game rifle, weighing under six pounds for a 30-06. Despite its reduced weight, it maintains Kimber's sub-MOA accuracy standard, featuring custom-like elements such as a controlled round feed bolt, dual opposed locking lugs, and a three-position safety. The rifle is constructed from stainless steel with a Kevlar-reinforced carbon fiber stock and includes a muzzle brake for recoil reduction.

Quick Summary

The Kimber Mountain Ascent is recognized as the world's lightest production big-game rifle, with a 30-06 chambering weighing just 5 pounds 2 ounces. It maintains Kimber's sub-MOA accuracy standard with features like a controlled round feed bolt, Kevlar-reinforced carbon fiber stock, and a match-grade trigger.

Chapters

  1. 00:16Introduction to Kimber Mountain Ascent's Lightweight Design
  2. 00:30Weight Specifications of the Mountain Ascent
  3. 00:51Claim: World's Lightest Production Big-Game Rifle
  4. 01:01Personal Experience: Africa Hunt with Mountain Ascent
  5. 01:16Challenges of Lightweight Rifles
  6. 01:33Technical Features: Controlled Round Feed Bolt
  7. 02:07Bolt Body and Handle Design
  8. 02:17Blind Internal Box Magazine
  9. 02:27Lightweight Aluminum Trigger Guard
  10. 02:35Kemp Pro Coating and Stainless Steel Barrel
  11. 02:46Fluted and Threaded Barrel with Muzzle Brake
  12. 02:58Match Grade Trigger Details
  13. 03:07Pillar and Glass Bedding for Accuracy
  14. 03:13Kevlar Reinforced Carbon Fiber Stock
  15. 03:21Gore Optifade Digital Camo Pattern
  16. 03:27Recoil Management Features
  17. 03:36Pachmayr Decelerator Recoil Pad
  18. 03:49Appreciation for Lightweight Rifle Design
  19. 03:57Addressing Whippy Nature of Light Rifles
  20. 04:12Suitability for Africa and Alaska Hunts
  21. 04:27Reliability and Accuracy in Field Conditions
  22. 04:39Mountain Ascent in Kimber's Rifle Family
  23. 04:50Suggested Retail Price and Caliber Options
  24. 05:00Where to Find More Sunday Gunday Content

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Kimber Mountain Ascent the lightest production big-game rifle?

The Kimber Mountain Ascent achieves its status as the world's lightest production big-game rifle through extensive use of lightweight materials like Kevlar-reinforced carbon fiber for the stock and meticulous design choices, such as a blind magazine and fluted components, reducing overall weight significantly.

Does the Kimber Mountain Ascent sacrifice performance for its light weight?

No, despite its reduced weight, the Kimber Mountain Ascent is engineered to maintain Kimber's sub-MOA accuracy standard. It features a controlled round feed bolt, dual opposed locking lugs, and a match-grade trigger, ensuring reliable performance for big-game hunting.

What are the key features of the Kimber Mountain Ascent's stock and barrel?

The stock is made from Kevlar-reinforced carbon fiber with a Gore Optifade digital camo pattern. The barrel is a slender, 24-inch stainless steel unit with a match-grade chamber, fluting, and threading for an included muzzle brake, designed for both weight savings and accuracy.

How does the Kimber Mountain Ascent manage recoil?

Recoil management is addressed through a combination of design elements. The rifle features a straight comb stock, a shallow drop at the heel and comb, and a 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad, all contributing to a more comfortable shooting experience.

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