The Carbon Hunter brings the precision of a Defiance action and Proof carbon fiber barrel together with the lightweight, snag-free design of the Manners MCS-PH stock — backed by our ½ MOA accuracy guarantee at 100 yards with factory ammunition. Available in right- and left-hand configurations.
The Carbon Hunter is built around the state-of-the-art Defiance Renegade Action, featuring a one-piece, pre-hardened aircraft-certified 416 stainless steel receiver for tighter tolerances and peak performance, with the bolt body and handle machined from 4340 chrome moly in a single operation. The Legacy Swept Bolt Handle provides a slightly longer, perfectly swept profile for fast, smooth bolt cycling with increased scope clearance — essential as modern optics continue to grow in ocular diameter. An integral recoil lug adds rigidity, the Precision Extraction System ensures reliable extraction and smooth cycling under any conditions, and the Open Sheep Hunter loading/ejection port reduces weight while remaining easily accessible even with gloved hands. Defiance Anti-X and titanium Ti-X actions are available as well.
The MCS-PH is engineered to provide a strong, lightweight stock weighing in at 25-26 ounces. The MCS-PH has many hybrid features, including: comfortable high cheek weld for long range hunting optics; flat bottom for extreme stability when shooting in bags; slight inward taper on comb to add comfort for high-recoil calibers; and dual ambidextrous thumb shelves. The Zero Exposure Bi-pod Rail works with both Harris and pic rail mounted bi-pods. The Flush Arca Mount is recessed to enable a flush position, and hard-mounted to internal blocks to make it rock solid and dependable for years to come! Got another Manners stock in mind? Let us know!
We use only the best carbon fiber barrels available. Your build is unique to you, so we will select the optimum barrel contour, length, and twist rate to best suit your needs.
Our experienced machinists will thread and chamber your barrel specifically for your action, resulting in the best tolerances achievable.
Now available with Proof PXT rifling!
We do your barrel break-in and test accuracy with factory ammunition that is readily available. Every one of these rifles is guaranteed to shoot 1/2” groups at 100 yards with factory hunting ammunition. Our accuracy is not only guaranteed, it is verified. Every aspect of your rifle's performance will be tested and proven. We will shoot the rifle from a bag rest to test and verify proper feeding, extraction, ejection and accuracy. You will receive the final targets and ammunition data with your rifle. Ready for the hunt as soon as you are.
PURPOSE BUILT FOR THE HUNT. PERFECTED FOR A LIFETIME.
Specifications
Starting at $7,549
Typical rifle weight: 6.5 Ibs to 6.8 lbs.
Available in Right and Left Hand Configurations
- Defiance Machine Renegade action. Solid, one-piece bolt body with flutes and M-16 style mini-claw extractor
- Match grade Proof Research PXT Carbon Fiber barrel
- Expertly tuned TriggerTech Special trigger
- Manners Composite Stocks Pro Hunter (MCS-PH) with 1" Decelerator Pad, Flush Arca Mount, Zero Exposure Bi-Pod Rail
- Custom aluminum hinged floor plate or Hawkins Hunter Flush DBM
- Full accurizing with aluminum pillar and glass bedding
- Cerakote finish on all metal and custom stock paint in color of your choice
- Includes Barrel break-in
- Scope mounting and sight in with
3-shot, 1/2” group accuracy guarantee with recommended factory ammunition, Targets provided.
Accessories
Need a scope? We've got you covered. We carry Swarovski, Nightforce, Kahles, and Trijicon scopes and can help you select the scope that fits your needs.
- HCR radial muzzle brake available for $399
- Thread barrel for suppressor or adapter: $299
- Thread Protector Cap: $50
- Custom Yardage Turret (For Swarovski BT Scopes only): $199
- Spartan Flush Cup Adapter: $150
- Custom Cut Pelican Vault Case: $459.99
Custom Stock paint & Cerakote
See our Color Options page here.
We primarily offer our Web or Mirage stock paint patterns in just about any color you can think of. Cerakote choices come in many varieties as well.
Already built and ready to go, these rifles just need an optic to complete the package. Add your own scope or select one from our inventory — either way, you're one step from the field.
Built to your specs. Get your Carbon Hunter built to order and crafted to your exact specifications. When it arrives, it's already yours in every way that matters.