Browning X-Bolt Composite Stalker .308 Win Bolt-Action Rifle, 22" Blued, Early 2008 Miroku Production with X-Lock Bases and Two 3-Round Magazines
This Browning X-Bolt Composite Stalker in .308 Win is an early 2008 production rifle made by Miroku in Japan, noted by the MP year code and 354 model code in the serial. It features the X-Lock scope mounting system, a sporter-profile 22" blued steel barrel, and a durable composite stock. Markings include an NP stamp on the barrel shank and "Made in Japan" Miroku barrel stamp, with the barrel additionally marked "PAT. PENDING X-BOLT CAL. .308 WIN ONLY."
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The stock shows heavy wear and scuffs and feels slightly tacky to the touch. There are mild scratches on the barrel.
What’s Included
- X-Lock pattern two-piece scope bases with 1-inch rings installed
- Two 3-round polymer rotary magazines labeled "SHORT STANDARD"
The X-Bolt action combines a top-tang safety with a bolt unlock button, enabling safe unloading while on safe. The steel receiver and 22" sporter-profile barrel wear a matte blued finish, and the rifle is configured without iron sights.
The Composite Stalker stock is black with molded textured grip panels and a rubber recoil pad. A front sling-swivel stud is installed. Length of pull measures 13.75".
Feeding is via a detachable polymer rotary magazine marked "SHORT STANDARD," providing a 3+1 capacity. This rifle includes two 3-round magazines.
The X-Lock mounting system uses four screws per base for secure scope attachment. Two-piece X-Lock bases with 1-inch rings are already installed.
Manufactured by Miroku in Japan for Browning, this early X-Bolt is identified by its MP 2008 year code and 354 X-Bolt model code, along with NP and "Made in Japan" markings. The bore condition is excellent with a clean, mirror finish and sharp rifling.