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First Shots: Colt CBX Precision Rifle

We take the Colt's brand new CBX Precision Rifle to the range.

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Jay Grazio

posted on January 10, 2023

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We had a chance to shoot Colt's brand-new CBX precision rifle at the world-renowned Gunsite training academy. The CBX is a chassis-based rifle available in either .308 Win. or 6.5mm Creedmoor and has a host of features that make it an excellent choice for long-distance encounters.

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