Nosler M48 Independence Handgun, .308 Win, 15-Inch Barrel

The Nosler M48 Independence handgun in .308 Win (brand part no. 81448) is a single-shot, bolt-action precision hunting handgun, not a semi-auto pistol, built on the rugged Nosler Model 48 short action for hunters who want maximum precision in a single-hand platform. Nosler machines the one-piece stock from a solid billet of 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum for a completely rigid platform around the bedded action and free-floated barrel, and the entire handgun is Cerakoted, with the stock finished in Gun Metal Grey and the barreled action in Matte Black. The 15-inch, fully free-floated 416R stainless steel heavy-contour barrel is threaded at the muzzle with a thread protector included, and the grip accepts standard AR-15 grips; a black Hogue Overmolded rubber grip with finger grooves ships standard. Among precision-built semi-auto handguns, this M48 Independence is a bolt-action outlier built specifically for handgun hunting and long-range precision.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .308 Winchester, fed as a single-shot from a solid-bottom receiver.
• The action is bolt action, not semi-auto, built on the Nosler Model 48 short action.
• The barrel measures 15 inches, in 416R stainless steel with a heavy contour and 1-in-10 twist.
• The barrel is threaded at the muzzle with a thread protector included.
• The stock is machined from a single billet of 6061-T6 aluminum for a rigid, free-floated platform.
• The finish is Cerakote throughout, Gun Metal Grey stock over a Matte Black barreled action.
• The grip accepts standard AR-15 grips, with a Hogue Overmolded grip included.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a semi-auto pistol? No, it’s a single-shot, bolt-action precision handgun built for hunting and long-range accuracy.

Can I use aftermarket grips? Yes, the M48 Independence accepts standard AR-15 grips.

Buy the Nosler M48 Independence Handgun

A precision bolt-action handgun built for serious hunters is exactly what this M48 Independence delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.