Bergara Premier Series, Crest, 308 Winchester, 20″ Fluted Barrel, Cerakote Finish, Sniper Gray, 5 Rounds

Product Description

The Bergara B-14 Squared Crest in .308 Win is purpose-built for mountain hunters who refuse to compromise between weight and performance. At under 7 lbs with an aerospace-grade carbon fiber stock, this rifle delivers sub-MOA accuracy and field-proven durability without the price tag of dedicated ultralight systems. You’re looking at a backcountry workhorse that handles like a feather but shoots like a custom.

Specifications

What Makes the B-14 Squared Crest Different

• Aerospace-Grade Carbon Fiber Construction: The stock uses CF-RTM (Carbon Fiber Resin Transfer Molding) — the same manufacturing process found in high-end automotive and aerospace applications. This delivers exceptional rigidity and heat resistance without the weight penalty of traditional composites or wood.
• Fluted Barrel for Mountain Performance: The 4140 chrome-moly fluted barrel sheds weight while improving cooling during sustained fire. Combined with the carbon fiber stock, your total weight stays under 7 lbs — competitive with rifles costing twice as much.
• Bergara Omni Muzzle Brake Standard: Recoil management matters in .308 Win when you’re carrying it all day. The threaded Omni brake comes installed and ready to go, and the 5/8×24 threads are future-proof for suppressors or alternative solutions.
• M5 AICS Bottom Metal and Magazine Compatibility: You run Magpul PMags, MDT magazines, or any AICS-pattern mag — giving you flexibility at the range or on a hunt. Five-round capacity is legal everywhere and feeds reliably in the field.
• Remington 700 Footprint Ecosystem: The B-14 action shares the largest bolt-action aftermarket ecosystem ever built. Drop it into a different stock, swap triggers, upgrade scope mounts — the parts bin is endless and affordable.

Bergara’s Barrel Story

Bergara, Spain, isn’t just a company name — it’s a town with centuries of gunmaking heritage in the Basque region. That legacy shows in their 5-step barrel manufacturing process: precision straightening, deep-hole drilling, three-spindle diamond honing to a mirror finish, button rifling with carbide buttons held to less than .0002″ groove diameter deviation, and high-temperature stress relieving. Every barrel is measured and sorted before assembly, and that obsessive control is why these rifles shoot like hand-lapped customs at production prices. Your Crest’s fluted 4140 barrel isn’t just lightweight — it’s built to hold sub-MOA accuracy across hundreds of rounds without stringing.

Ordering from Western Sport

Order online and we ship it to the licensed FFL dealer you choose near you — see how buying a gun online works. Western Sport has been a licensed FFL/SOT dealer since 2007, and everything we sell carries the full manufacturer warranty. Questions before you order? Send us a message.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is .308 Win a better choice than .300 Win Mag for a lightweight backcountry rifle?

.308 Winchester delivers plenty of power for most North American game, runs in shorter actions (lighter), and produces less recoil — a huge advantage when carrying and shooting from unsteady field positions. Factory ammunition is more affordable and widely available. If you’re hunting elk in high country or shooting beyond 800 yards, .300 Mag makes sense; for whitetail, mule deer, and general hunting, .308 is the smarter pick for a mountain rifle.

How does the CF-RTM carbon fiber stock compare to traditional composite or wood?

CF-RTM is stiffer than fiberglass composites and far lighter than wood or traditional polymer at the same rigidity level. The carbon spine throughout the stock (not just a reinforcement layer) means you get zero flex in the action bedding — critical for accuracy — without adding weight. It also handles temperature swings better than wood, stays dimensionally stable in wet conditions, and won’t absorb moisture like some composites.

Can I easily adjust the Bergara Performance Trigger myself?

Yes. The Bergara Performance Trigger adjusts from 2 to 4 lbs with a simple Allen key — no gunsmith required. It ships factory-set around 3 to 3.5 lbs, which reviewers consistently praise as crisp and comparable to aftermarket triggers costing significantly more. If you want to dial it lighter or heavier, it’s a five-minute job at your workbench.

Is the Bergara Omni Muzzle Brake necessary, or can I remove it?

It comes installed and threaded with standard 5/8×24 threads, so you have options. If you want to run a suppressor, the threads are already there. If you prefer a different brake or a simple thread cap, swap it in minutes. The brake itself is effective for .308 Win recoil management and worth keeping if you plan to shoot from positions where muzzle rise matters.

Will my Remington 700 scope rings and stocks fit the B-14 Crest?

Scope rings — yes, if they fit the bolt-on Picatinny rail that comes standard. Stocks — only if they’re Remington 700 pattern. The Crest’s CF-RTM stock is proprietary, but if you ever want to swap it out, the B-14 action accepts any Remington 700 pattern stock, chassis, or tactical stock in the market.

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