The Steyr Scout: Jeff Cooper's Modern Day Frontier Rifle

Published on June 18, 2017
Duration: 16:48

The Steyr Scout, a realization of Jeff Cooper's concept, is a lightweight, handy rifle designed for the modern frontiersman. It meets Cooper's criteria of being under 1 meter and 3 kg, featuring an SBS 96 bolt action, Zytel polymer stock, and a unique integrated bipod. The rifle prioritizes 'handiness' with a long eye relief scope for better situational awareness and a Ching Sling attachment.

Quick Summary

The Steyr Scout rifle, a realization of Jeff Cooper's concept, is designed for 'handiness' with a length under 1 meter and weight under 3 kg. It features the Steyr SBS 96 bolt action, a lightweight polymer stock, an integrated bipod, and is optimized for long eye relief scopes.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Jeff Cooper's Scout Rifle Concept
  2. 01:29Scout Rifle Criteria Explained
  3. 04:14Steyr Scout Technical Action & Construction
  4. 05:14Magazine System & Features
  5. 06:54Integrated Bipod Review
  6. 08:46Optics: Long Eye Relief Scope
  7. 11:33Trigger, Safety, and Ergonomics
  8. 13:44Backup Iron Sights

Frequently Asked Questions

What were Jeff Cooper's main criteria for a Scout Rifle?

Jeff Cooper defined a Scout Rifle by specific criteria: length under 1 meter, weight under 3 kilograms (6.6 lbs), and the ability to ethically take down a 200kg animal at 300-400 meters, prioritizing 'handiness' for frequent carrying.

What action does the Steyr Scout rifle use?

The Steyr Scout utilizes the Steyr SBS 96 bolt action. This system features a bolt head that locks directly into a barrel extension, allowing for a lightweight aluminum receiver construction.

What is unique about the Steyr Scout's magazine system?

The Steyr Scout features 5-round detachable magazines with a clever system for storing a spare magazine within the buttstock. It also includes a 'magazine disconnect' feature for safe single-loading.

Why does the Steyr Scout typically use a long eye relief scope?

The Steyr Scout is designed for long eye relief scopes to allow the shooter to maintain peripheral vision and shoot with both eyes open. This mounting position also enables carrying the rifle comfortably at its balance point without scope interference.

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