- LongSwordTM-
Building on the success of the SENTINELTM S.W.S., we scaled up the specs in response to the need for long range and/or barrier penetration capabilities. The result is a dedicated rifle system built around the very capable .338 Lapua Magnum and .338 Norma Magnum cartridges.
The LongSwordTM platform offers a quick learning curve for most agency snipers because the system uses the same controls and shooter input as most RemingtonTM based rifle systems. Excellent design of the Surgeon XL action allows retention of the same trigger and safety as the Remington M700/40X series rifles. This, combined with a similar bolt cycle movement allows the "feel" of this rifle to be similar to most standard rifles in use across the country. Keeping the operation and maintenance of this rifle parallel to its smaller counterparts allows users to seamlessly cross train. The result is that increased capability can be brought on line without undue strain on training time and budgets.
Whether your engagement is a distant target or close range barricade penetration, the LongSwordTM increases your chance of a successful outcome.
Check our Rifles For Sale page for current availability and pricing.
What is the LongSword?
PURPOSE BUILT TACTICAL ACTION
The heart of the LongSwordTM sniper weapon system is the XL1591 action produced by Surgeon Rifles, Inc. of Prague, Oklahoma. This action is a true "magnum" action that easily handles extra large magnum cartridges and offers mission specific features that are machined integral into the 4340 steel receiver.
All final dimensional machining is completed after heat treat. The center bore and lug ways of the receiver are wire E.D.M. cut leaving an inside dimension that runs parallel to the exterior within 0.0002". Some of the main features of the XL1591 action are:
<> Anti-jam / anti-bind rail in center of left lug raceway.
<> Integral 30 M.O.A. Picatinny scope base machined to exact 1913 Mil-Spec.
<> Integral heavy recoil lug precision made into the receiver.
<> Extra long receiver thread engagement for increased barrel rigidity.
<> Heavy duty, left side mounted bolt stop with protective fence.
<> Takes any Remington pattern trigger. *Rifle Basix triggers are standard on the Long Sword.
<> Bolt body is 0.750" diameter. Better suited for large magnums.
<> One piece* bolt body construction with KMW tactical handle.
*The bolt handle base is machined integral with the bolt body. This eliminates any possibility of a braze or weld failure.
All bolt diameters are turned on the same setup as the locking lug surfaces to insure perfectly square lock up. KMW tactical bolt handle is standard on this S.W.S. A modified extraction cam machined into the receiver and bolt offer a longer engagement surface for a more reliable and smooth extraction leverage under severe conditions.
BARRELS
Match grade barrel blanks are cut rifled stainless by Krieger. Each barrel blank is Cryo treated prior to rifling. This, combined with the minimal stress of the cut rifling process provides a barrel that is very well behaved through a wide temperature range.
Every barrel is precision machined and chambered by KMW for perfect alignment but with enough tolerances to allow for operational extremes.
Barrels are chambered in match version .300Winchester Magnum, .338 Lapua Magnum and .338 Norma Magnum. Barrel lengths will depend on the particular mission profile that each group of rifles is built to. L.E. orders can have the .338 Lapua Magnum finished with a 24" barrel with SureFire suppressor adapter. Contour of the barrel is a KMW designed Heavy Bull Palma with 1.350" breech diameter and finishing 0.920" at the muzzle.
Twist rates: .300 Win. = 1-10" .338LM and .338NM = 1-9"
The LongSwordTM S.W.S. is supplied with the SureFire muzzle brake / suppressor adapter. This is a very effective muzzle brake when used alone but can also mount the excellent SureFire FSS338 Suppressor.
STOCK
Each LongSwordTM S.W.S. rides in our proprietary SENTINELTM COMBAT stock. It is designed by KMW and manufactured by McMillan Fiberglass Stocks in Phoenix, AZ. This stock design was developed over a period of 6 years and includes input from top competition shooters as well as law enforcement agencies from all over the country.
SENTINELTM stocks feature an advanced ambidextrous thumbhole grip and adjustable cheek piece design. This stock features an extra low profile forend with a conformal bottom dedicated to the excellent Harris S-series bipods. Stock includes molded in marble and camouflage patterns.
Each is precision bedded using custom cut 7075-T6 pillars and MarineTex top layer. Stock includes LoggerHeadTM adjustable cheek piece hardware. Each includes side mounted, flush mount sling hard points with one set of heavy duty 1 ¼" swivel loops and one standard stud hard point for bipod attachment under forearm. Stock can include McMillan's L.O.P.Spacer system or come fixed @ 13.5" and includes a 1.1" Decellerator recoil pad. Stock is fitted with detachable magazine hardware includes one 5 round AICS magazine. Each stock is serial number matched to its host action.
The VampireTM option includes installation of the Badger Ordnance EFR. This offers a 12' o'clock rail for mounting PVS-22/23/24/27/TANS forward of your day optic.
For more information on this stock, you can view details by clicking here: SENTINEL COMBAT STOCK
TRIGGER is set at 2.5 pounds.
METAL FINISH is CeraKote "H" series ceramic hybrid gun coating in Matte O.D. Green, Matte Graphite Black or Coyote Desert Tan. Bolt body and lugs are matte hard chrome. Bolt body and firing pin parts are overcoated with MicroSlickTM dry film.
OPTICS: The LongSwordTM S.W.S. is not priced with optics. I can quote specific Leupold LR/T series, NightForce NXS prices upon request. The excellent Premier Reticles Heritage scopes are also showing very good performance.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: Each LongSwordTM S.W.S. is available with a Harris S-BRM or S-LM swivel bipod and KMW Pod-LocTM kit installed. Check our Rifles For Sale page for current availability and pricing.
PERFORMANCE
Your cold bore shot will be very consistent and bore maintenance will be a breeze thanks to the quality of the Krieger barrel blank. All rifles go through initial bore break-in and are tested for accuracy as well as function before they are released to a customer.
All LongSwordTM S.W.S. are guaranteed to shoot ½ m.o.a. or better @ 100 yards including the cold bore shot. If it fails to perform, I will fix the problem part at no charge unless there are obvious signs of neglect or abuse. My name is stamped on every rifle because I think a rifle smith should be held accountable for the quality of his work. All of my rifles are built to be used! I do not ship a rifle unless I would be willing to bet my own skin on it.
All work is guaranteed.
NOTE: The operational depth and versatility of the .338 LM can be fully realized when RUAG ammunition is fielded as part of the S.W.S. RUAG's Swiss-P line of purpose built ammunition has been demonstrated to be extremely accurate and is available in mission specific configurations. One of the most important capabilities of the RUAG line is its ability to place all configurations into the same ballistic path out to 300 meters.
I highly recommend this ammunition after personal experience has proven their marketed claims with both .308 Winchester and .338 Lapua Magnum. We can only hope that they will add the .338 Norma Magnum to their line.
Pricing and Delivery: Pricing for the LongSwordTM S.W.S. starts at $4,650.00 U.S. and may vary as specs change from group to group. Exact pricing and specifications will be posted in the Rifles For Sale section as each group is completed. At this time, KMW will not be taking advance deposits for any S.W.S.
Test targets and recommended cleaning instructions are also included. **Must be shipped to FFL.
Little things matter at a distance . . . . .
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