The Mossberg Patriot Synthetic in .243 Winchester (brand part no. 27838) is a bolt-action hunting rifle built around a 22-inch barrel with a recessed crown and a matte blued finish. A synthetic stock keeps weight and upkeep down, while the user-adjustable Lightning Bolt Action trigger can be tuned from 2 to 7 pounds. The spiral-fluted bolt and knurled bolt handle cycle smoothly, and the drilled-and-tapped receiver is ready for a scope. With 5+1 capacity from a detachable box magazine, the .243 is a flat-shooting choice for deer, antelope and varmints.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .243 Winchester, a flat-shooting cartridge popular for deer, antelope and varmint hunting.
• The action is a bolt action, a rigid design that supports consistent accuracy shot after shot.
• The barrel is 22 inches, long enough for good velocity while the rifle stays easy to carry afield.
• The muzzle has a recessed crown, which protects the rifling where it matters most for accuracy.
• Capacity is 5+1 rounds from a detachable box magazine, and one magazine is supplied.
• The twist rate is 1:10, a rate matched to the bullet weights this cartridge is commonly loaded with.
• The trigger is the Lightning Bolt Action design, user-adjustable from 2 to 7 pounds to suit your preferred pull.
• The bolt is spiral-fluted with a knurled handle, which helps it cycle smoothly and gives a positive grip.
• The barrel and action have a matte blued finish, a low-glare surface that works in the field.
• The stock is synthetic, so it holds up to weather and rough handling without swelling or warping.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Patriot ready for a scope? Yes. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts, so a base and rings are all you need to add an optic.

How adjustable is the trigger? The Lightning Bolt Action trigger is user-adjustable from 2 to 7 pounds, so you can set the pull to match hunting or range use.

How many rounds does it hold? Five rounds in the detachable box magazine plus one in the chamber. One magazine is included with the rifle.

Buy the Mossberg Patriot Synthetic Rifle, .243 Winchester, 22-Inch Barrel, Matte Blued, 5+1

A synthetic-stocked bolt gun is a practical rifle to put through a hard season, and the Patriot’s adjustable trigger lets you set it up the way you shoot. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse more bolt-action rifles from the same page.