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CompareTi X - The epitome of lightweight and performance.
The Ti-X is Defiance’s interpretation of “ounces equal pounds” with a short action weighing only 16.8 ounces and a long action weighing only 18.1 ounces. Machined from aerospace-grade Titanium, the receiver includes an integral scope rail, recoil lug and a 4340-chrome moly bolt with aluminum shroud. The Ti-X also features full DLC coating to ensure you will experience maximum smoothness, reliability and repeatability that you have come to expect from Defiance. Premium Materials. No compromises.Approximate Weights
- 16.8 oz – Short (Rem. SA).
- 17.4 oz – Medium (Industry Standard Medium, previously named XM Plus).
- 18.1 oz – Long (Rem. LA).
Specifications
- Guaranteed headspace.
- Titanium receiver with lightening cuts.
- Integral scope mount / rail.
- Integral recoil lug.
- Defiance straight bolt handle design, available in 90 or 75 degree angle.
- Smooth chrome-moly bolt with anti-bind design.
- Recessed bolt lugs, Mini-16 extractor, and plunger ejector.
- Available with AICS/AW magazine cuts (AW on short actions only).
- Trigger pins included.
- Includes DLC (Diamond Like Coating) finish on receiver and nitride finish on bolt.
Why choose the Ti X?
- Lightweight design and materials.
- Integral scope mount / rail and integral recoil lug means more rigidity and reliability when it matters most.
- Receiver is made from once piece of aerospace-grade Ti-6AL-4V Titanium, allowing for tight manufacturing tolerances and increased performance.
- Bolt is made from 4340 chrome moly in one operation, enabling guaranteed headspace (+/- .001″) that works with Ruckus style pre-fit barrels.
- One-piece bolt with straight handle, machined to exacting tolerances required to cycle as smooth as possible.
- Precision extraction system that significantly increases initial extraction and improves smooth bolt cycling.
- DLC (Diamond Like Coating) finish on receiver and nitride finish on bolt ensures longevity and smoothness.
Need an extra bolt?
Extra bolts are available when purchasing your action over the phone with our team for $495 each (includes extractor, ejector, and fire control assembly). -
CompareTi - Ultra-lightweight railless titanium.
The Ti titanium rifle action is the ideal action for the ultra-lightweight hunting enthusiast that wants the lowest possible rifle weight by utilizing direct mount scope rings. Weighing in at only 16.1 for a short action, 16.7 for a medium action, and 17.2 for a long action, you can’t find a Defiance action that is lighter. Machined from aerospace-grade Titanium, the receiver includes an integral recoil lug and a 4340-chrome moly bolt with aluminum shroud. This action comes standard with our 75 degree throw bolt to ensure maximum clearance for your scope. The Ti also features full DLC coating to ensure you will experience maximum smoothness, reliability and repeatability that you have come to expect from Defiance. Premium Materials. No compromises.Approximate Weights
- 16.1 oz – Short (Rem. SA).
- 16.7 oz – Medium (Industry Standard Medium, previously named XM Plus).
- 17.2 oz – Long (Rem. LA).
Specifications
- Guaranteed headspace.
- Titanium receiver with lightening cuts.
- 8 x 40 threads for direct scope mounting.
- Integral recoil lug.
- Smooth chrome-moly bolt with anti-bind design.
- Recessed bolt lugs, Mini-16 extractor, and plunger ejector.
- Available with AICS/AW magazine cuts (AW on short actions only).
- Trigger pins included.
- Includes DLC (Diamond Like Coating) finish on receiver and nitride finish on bolt.
Why choose the Ti?
- Lightweight design and materials.
- Integral recoil lug means more rigidity and reliability when it matters most.
- Receiver is made from once piece of aerospace-grade Ti-6AL-4V Titanium, allowing for tight manufacturing tolerances and increased performance.
- Bolt is made from 4340 chrome moly in one operation, enabling guaranteed headspace (+/- .001″) that works with Ruckus style pre-fit barrels.
- Straight 75 degree bolt handle for increased scope clearance.
- Precision extraction system that significantly increases initial extraction and improves smooth bolt cycling.
- DLC (Diamond Like Coating) finish on receiver and nitride finish on bolt ensures longevity and smoothness.
Need an extra bolt?
Extra bolts are available when purchasing your action over the phone with our team for $495 each (includes extractor, ejector, and fire control assembly). -
3 Long Scope screws and 1 short scope screw (all screws 8-40) for very front of action near threads. Two pins; one long for rear one short for front. Torqued to 20 inch pounds from factory, no Loctite applied. -
CompareRuckus - Quality, dependability, and guaranteed headspace.
The Ruckus was born from innovation and process advancement. The same rugged and reliable receiver that we are known for, but featuring a straight bolt handle that was designed around being able to hold tighter tolerances, allowing for guaranteed headspace at a tolerance of only +/- 0.001". Now available in both a 90 degree and 75 degree bolt, this action can be customized to fit any needs that you might have for a rifle action.Specifications
- Guaranteed headspace.
- Integral scope mount/rail.
- Integral recoil lug.
- Defiance straight bolt handle design, available in 90 or 75 degree angle.
- Smooth chrome-moly bolt action with anti-bind design.
- Recessed bolt lugs, Mini-16 extractor, and plunger ejector.
- Available with AW magazine cuts (short actions only).
- Trigger pins included.
Why choose the Ruckus?
- Integral rail and recoil lug means more rigidity and reliability when it matters most.
- Receiver is made from once piece of pre-hardened aircraft-certified 416 stainless steel, allowing for tight manufacturing tolerances and increased performance.
- Bolt is made from 4340 chrome moly in one operation, enabling guaranteed headspace (+/- .001″) that works with Ruckus style pre-fit barrels.
- One-piece bolt with straight handle, machined to exacting tolerances required to cycle as smooth as possible.
- Straight bolt handle available in standard 90 degree angle or in 75 degree angle for more scope clearance.
- Precision extraction system that significantly increases initial extraction and improves smooth bolt cycling.
Need an extra bolt?
Extra bolts are available when purchasing your action over the phone with our team for $495 each (includes extractor, ejector, and fire control assembly). -
CompareRenegade - Guaranteed headspace with a legacy bolt.
The Renegade rifle action combines some of the best selling features of our other actions into one platform. Featuring our first swept legacy bolt handle with guaranteed headspace at a price point that can get anyone into the precision bolt action rifle world. A lightweight configuration that is great for hunting but sturdy enough for competitive shooting. This action is ready for anything shooters can throw at it.Approximate Weights*
- 23.0 oz – Short (Rem. SA).
- 23.8 oz – Medium (Industry Standard Medium, previously named XM Plus).
- 24.3 oz – Long (Rem. LA).
Specifications
- Guaranteed headspace.
- Detachable scope mount/rail.
- Integral recoil lug.
- Defiance swept legacy bolt design.
- Smooth chrome-moly bolt action with anti-bind design.
- Recessed bolt lugs, Mini-16 extractor, and plunger ejector.
- Available with AICS/AW magazine cuts (AW on short actions only).
- Trigger pins included.
Why choose the Renegade?
- Bolt is made from 4340 chrome moly in one operation, enabling guaranteed headspace (+/- .001″) that works with Ruckus style pre-fit barrels.
- Bolt is machined to exacting tolerances required to cycle as smooth as possible.
- Swept bolt handle design to allow plenty of clearance with your rifle scope.
- Integral recoil lug means more rigidity and reliability when it matters most.
- Receiver is made from once piece of pre-hardened aircraft-certified 416 stainless steel, allowing for tight manufacturing tolerances and increased performance.
- Precision extraction system that significantly increases initial extraction and improves smooth bolt cycling.
Need an extra bolt?
Extra bolts are available when purchasing your action over the phone with our team for $495 each (includes extractor, ejector, and fire control assembly). *Approximate weights based on standard configuration and 2-piece aluminum rail. -
Remington-style Bolt Shroud- Manufactured by Defiance Machine
- Made to Defiance specifications
- May not fit in other actions
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CompareRebel 3 Position - Dependability while forging your own path.
Built for those who forge their own path, the Rebel 3 Position Rifle Action delivers rock-solid performance where failure isn’t an option. Whether you're deep in the backcountry or pushing limits at the range, its precision machined construction and time tested 3-position safety give you total control. Load, unload, and carry with confidence. Rugged, yet dependable, this action is made for shooters who don’t follow the trail, they make their own.Approximate Weights*
- 26.6 oz – Short (Rem. SA).
- 27.3 oz – Medium (Industry Standard Medium, previously named XM Plus).
- 28 oz – Long (Rem. LA).
Specifications
- Defiance swept legacy bolt design with 3 position safety.
- Smooth chrome-moly bolt action with anti-bind design.
- Includes TriggerTech Special trigger timed to the action.
- Guaranteed headspace.
- Integral recoil lug.
- Detachable scope mount/rail for optional direct scope mounting.
- Recessed bolt lugs, Mini-16 extractor, and plunger ejector.
- Available with AICS/AW magazine cuts (AW on short actions only).
- Trigger pins included.
Why choose the Rebel 3 Position?
- 3 position safety mechanism to prevent accidental discharge, even under the roughest circumstances.
- Bolt is machined to exacting tolerances required to cycle as smooth as possible.
- Swept bolt handle design to allow plenty of clearance with your rifle scope.
- Integral recoil lug means more rigidity and reliability when it matters most.
- Receiver is made from once piece of pre-hardened aircraft-certified 416 stainless steel, allowing for tight manufacturing tolerances and increased performance.
- Precision extraction system that significantly increases initial extraction and improves smooth bolt cycling.
Need an extra bolt?
Extra bolts are available when purchasing your action over the phone with our team for $745 each (includes extractor, ejector, and fire control assembly). *Approximate weight based on standard configuration, 2-piece aluminum rail, and includes 1.6 oz TriggerTech Special trigger weight. -
These kits are used to replace your Ejector when the time comes. Good kits to have as back ups at Competitions or on hand. Plunger Ejector, Spring and roll Pin. -
These kits are used to replace your Extractor when the time comes. Ejection Port side does not matter. Good kits to have in your competition bag. Plate Extractor, Spring, and Plunger Cap Cone bolt nose only. -
CompareOutcast - The modern muzzle loader's custom rifle action.
This precision bolt action was purpose designed specifically for building today's modern muzzle loading rifles. The Outcast was engineered to be compatible with the Hankings Ignition System and the Arrowhead Rifles Gen 2 muzzleloader ignition system. It utilizes a "shell holder" type bolt face, allowing the module to be conveniently loaded and unloaded. The bolt stop is positioned so the shell holder is always easy to get to and the solid bottom receiver prevents the module from falling into hard-to-reach areas. , we increased the hoop strength in the barrel by using finer 20 T.P.I. threads.Approximate Weight
- 35.3 oz – Short (Rem. SA). with stainless steel scope mount/rail
- 31.3 oz – Short (Rem. SA). without scope mount/rail
Specifications
- Drilled and tapped oversized 8-40 scope mount screws and 1/8th recoil pins for increased regidity.
- Pinned recoil lug.
- Fine 1.0625" x 20 T.P.I. threads for increased hoop strength.
- Lightening cuts for reduced weight without structural compromise.
- Smooth chrome-moly bolt action with anti-bind design.
- Shell holder style bolt face with .480" bolt face diameter.
- Straight teardrop knob.
- Trigger pins included.
Why choose the Outcast?
- A muzzle loading rifle action with the high quality Defiance is known for.
- Lightweight and reliable.
- Receiver is made from once piece of pre-hardened aircraft-certified 416 stainless steel, allowing for tight manufacturing tolerances and increased performance.
- Bolt is made from 4340 chrome moly in one operation, for smoother bolt cycling and increased reliability.
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CompareThe Misfit - Sets Itself Apart From Other Entry Level Actions
The Misfit is the ideal action for an entry level shooter looking to make their first custom rifle on a budget. Built using the same aircraft-certified materials and processes as our other steel actions, but with a limited set of features and options, we are able to streamline our production and reduce costs to allow for a great price point without compromising quality or capability in any way.Approximate Weights
- 28.1 oz – Short (Rem. SA).
- 30.4 oz – Long (Rem. LA).
Specifications
- Guaranteed headspace.
- Integral recoil lug.
- Aluminum scope mount/rail.
- Chrome-moly bolt with anti-bind design for smooth cycling.
- Recessed bolt lugs, Mini-16 extractor, and plunger ejector.
- Available with AICS/AW magazine cuts (AW on short actions only).
- Trigger pins included.
Why choose the Misfit?
- Premium level quality at an entry level price point.
- Bolt and receiver materials are pre-hardened and tempered for high strength, toughness, and rigidity.
- Receiver is made from once piece of aircraft-certified 416 stainless steel, allowing for tight manufacturing tolerances and increased performance.
- Bolt is made from 4340 chrome moly in one operation, enabling guaranteed headspace (+/- .001″) that works with Ruckus style pre-fit barrels.
- Precision extraction system that significantly increases primary extraction and improves smooth bolt cycling.
Need an extra bolt?
Extra bolts are available when purchasing your action over the phone with our team for $495 each (includes extractor, ejector, and fire control assembly).
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