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Serbu BFG-50 .50 BMG

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This rifle, we felt, was clearly the best value for your money. It was the most accurate and had the lightest recoil for its weight.

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The Serbu side view shows how the long bolt opens into a groove in the stock.

The Serbu's muzzle brake was effective and it produced less shock wave for bystanders.

The Serbu had the shortest scope rail of the rifles we tested. We had no problems adjusting the scope, but if you had an odd-size scope, there is less room to move it back and forth than on the others.

The optional bipod ($120, right) raised the barrel approximately 9 inches above the bench, and it was fairly comfortable.

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Resources

Value Guide

VALUE GUIDE: Centerfire Bolt-Action Rifles (Multiple Chamberings)

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Firing Line

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