Receiver, lever and trigger guard plate are CNC machined from stainless steel forgings; Barrel is made of stainless steel and is cold hammer-forged which results in ultra-precise rifling; Threaded barrel, with factory-installed thread protector, has a 1/2″-28 pattern to accommodate a muzzle brake or other barrel accessories; Picatinny rail provides a stable mounting surface for scope rings and a variety of modern optics; Fiber optic front sight with a tritium ring for improved visibility in low light conditions; Tubular magazine features a loading gate located on the receiver and will accept 8 rounds of .357 Mag or 9 rounds of .38 Special ammunition; Soft rubber buttpad effectively absorbs recoil; Positive, push-button, cross-bolt manual safety and traditional half-cock hammer; Durable, laminate buttstock and forend remain dimensionally stable in varying weather conditions; Sharp checkering provides an excellent grip in all weather conditions