Bergara B-14 Series Wilderness HMR, Bolt Action Rifle, 24″ Threaded Barrel, Cerakote Finish, Sniper Gray

Product Description

The Bergara HMR Wilderness in 7mm PRC is a weather-hardened match rifle built for serious backcountry hunters who refuse to compromise on precision when conditions get brutal. You get all the match-proven accuracy of the HMR platform—sub-MOA guaranteed straight from the box—wrapped in a full Sniper Grey Cerakote finish that laughs at rain, snow, and temperature swings. This isn’t a rifle that quits when the weather turns; it’s engineered to perform when lesser rifles fail.

Specifications

What Makes the HMR Wilderness Different

• Full Sniper Grey Cerakote armor: Every surface—action, barrel, stock hardware—is treated to extreme weather resistance. Rain, snow, and salt spray don’t stand a chance.
• Integrated aluminum mini-chassis bedding: Match-grade precision in a hunting rifle. Your barrel floats; your groups stay tight even after hard use.
• Bergara Omni Muzzle Brake included: Cuts recoil enough to keep your follow-up shots fast and accurate in the field, without the hassle of aftermarket shopping.
• Field-adjustable trigger and stock: Cheekpiece and length-of-pull spacers dial in your fit. Trigger adjusts 2–4 lbs with an Allen key—no gunsmith needed.
• Remington 700 footprint ecosystem: The largest aftermarket platform in bolt-action history. Want to swap triggers, stocks, or scope bases? The parts are out there, proven, and cheap.
• Built on the B-14 action superiority: Two-lug system, coned bolt nose, stronger bolt stop, and a threaded oversized bolt knob. Feeds smoothly, locks tight, and handles magnum pressures without complaint.

Bergara’s Barrel Story

Bergara doesn’t just make barrels; they’ve perfected the process over decades in the Basque region of Spain, a gunmaking homeland that stretches back centuries. Every HMR Wilderness barrel goes through Bergara’s legendary 5-step 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. That process eliminates residual stress and drift, turning a production barrel into something that shoots like a hand-lapped custom. You notice it on the range and you’ll feel it in the field—your groups stay consistent, and your dope holds true.

7mm PRC: The Right Caliber for Long-Range Hunting

The 7mm PRC was engineered to do what other magnums struggle with: deliver match-grade accuracy at extended ranges without overbore recoil. In a 24″ barrel like this one, you get 3000+ fps with 150-grain match bullets, flat enough for mountain hunting and powerful enough for elk past 600 yards. Factory ammunition is getting easier to find every month, and handloaders love the forgiving cartridge. On a rifle built like the HMR Wilderness, the 7mm PRC becomes a legitimate long-range hunting tool—not just a ballistics spreadsheet.

Why Buy from Western Sport

Western Sport is an FFL/SOT dealer based in Roanoke, TX, just north of Fort Worth in the DFW area, and we’ve been serving North Texas shooters since 2007. Our staff shoots the same rifles we sell, and we know the Bergara line inside and out. If you have questions about caliber selection, barrel life, stock fit, or how this rifle compares to other precision hunters, call us at 817-393-4000. We’ll give you straight answers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 7mm PRC better than 7mm Rem Mag or 7mm-08 for long-range hunting?

The 7mm PRC splits the difference: it’s faster and flatter than a 7mm-08, delivering 150-grain match bullets at 3000+ fps from a 24″ barrel, but it does so with significantly less recoil than a 7mm Rem Mag. That means faster follow-up shots, less shooter fatigue on long hunts, and better long-range wind drift control. It’s purpose-built for modern long-range hunting, not adapted from a cartridge designed 70 years ago.

Can I adjust the trigger myself, or do I need a gunsmith?

The Bergara Performance Trigger is user-adjustable from 2 to 4 lbs with a simple Allen key—no gunsmith required. It comes factory-set around 3 to 3.5 lbs, which most shooters find crisp and reliable right out of the box. If you want to lighten it for bench shooting or keep it heavier for field use, the adjustment takes five minutes.

Does the HMR Wilderness fit into standard Remington 700 stocks and chassis?

Yes. The B-14 action uses the Remington 700 footprint, which is the largest aftermarket ecosystem in bolt-action rifles. You can swap stocks, chassis, triggers, and scope bases with decades of proven products. The HMR Molded stock that comes on this rifle is excellent, but you’re never locked in.

What’s the real-world accuracy like at distance?

Bergara backs every HMR with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee—every rifle prints under 1 MOA at 100 yards with quality factory ammunition, straight from the box. In practice, many shooters see tighter groups, especially once they’ve found the load their rifle prefers. The integrated mini-chassis bedding and premium barrel keep groups consistent, and the Performance Trigger breaks cleanly enough that shooter error is the limiting factor, not the rifle.

Why is the entire rifle Sniper Grey Cerakote?

Because you’re taking this rifle into backcountry conditions—rain, snow, temperature swings, potentially salt spray near water. Full Sniper Grey Cerakote on the action, barrel, and stock hardware means corrosion isn’t going to find a foothold. It’s not just about looks; it’s about reliability when you’re hours from shelter.

Is the Bergara Omni Muzzle Brake permanently attached?

The brake is threaded 5/8×24 and included with the rifle. You can remove it if you prefer a suppressor, different brake, or bare muzzle, but the included Omni brake is effective at reducing recoil for faster follow-up shots in the field.

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