Featured The Anschütz MSR RX22 arrived – did you catch it? Recoil Staff March 4, 2014 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Billed as a “tactical trainer” and “small game hunter,” the Anschütz MSR RX22 semi-auto .22LR from Anschütz Sporting Arms recently arrived in the U.S. in large numbers thanks to Steyr Arms, the rifle's exclusive importer. Four models of MSR RX22 were in that shipment – the Desert and Black Hawk models and the Precision and Precision Black models. The MSR RX22 features a target barrel and “competition-inspired trigger,” described by Anschütz as a “…full-featured, precision .22-caliber training and small-game hunting rifle. Anschütz Sporting Arms (J.G. Anschütz GmbH & Co. KG) has built gold-winning competition rifles for years now (you may have seen pictures of them in the hands of the US Olympic Team). According to the manufacturer, the ambidextrous MSR RX22 was developed from the beginning to be an “…extremely accurate semi-automatic .22-cal. rifle with excellent shooting performance that is suitable for the intense requirements of most shooting disciplines as well as semi-auto precision shooting.” It operates on a force-locking blowback action with hammer lock and features barrels manufactured to the same tolerances as the builder's target barrels. The 16.5″ button-rifled barrels feature a recessed target crown; the trigger comes from the factory set at 4 lbs. but can be adjusted from 3.3 to 5.5 lbs. by the user. The charging handle can be moved to any one of three positions on either side of the rifle for a total of 6 possible locations. A few quick details about the four models: Desert and Black Hawk each feature a side-folding collapsible stock for length of pull and adjustable for cheek weld and are equipped with Pic rails on the side and bottom of the foreend. The Precision and Precision Black models have fixed wooden stocks and foreend components. All models feature full-length Picatinny rail on top for mounting (included_) flip-up iron sights or optics. The MSR RX22 will come with one 10-round polymer detachable single-stack magazine. Magazines with capacities of 2, 5, 20 and 22 rounds are also available as accessory items. MSRP on the Desert and Black Hawk is $895. The Precision models are $995. For additional information visit www.steyrarms.com. You can learn more about Anschütz Sporting Arms here or on Facebook. There's some great video of high end rifles on the latter, it's worth checking out. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
