Blaser B97
Blaser Jagdwaffen GmbH · Shotgun · Discontinued · 1997
Also known as: Blaser Bock B97, B97
Overview
The Blaser B97 is a German break-action over/under (Bock) shotgun introduced in 1997 as the successor to the single-lock B95. Built around Blaser's signature manual cocking system and a double-lock breech, it features free-floating barrels that expand independently for consistent point of impact, automatic ejectors and engraved sideplates. The B97 break-action system was also offered as the BBF 97 combination gun (a rifle barrel over a 12-gauge shotgun barrel) and the BB97 double rifle. It was discontinued when Blaser introduced the F3 over/under shotgun in 2005.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3100 g (109.3 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1150 mm (45.28") |
| Barrel Length | 700 mm (27.56") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2560 J (1888 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 150 m (164 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | None |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
- 20 Gauge — also known as 20GA, 20 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Action
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Cocking Slide, Tang Safety
- Features: Over Under Barrels, Manual Cocking System, Floating Barrels, Double Lock Action, Ejectors, Engraved Sideplates, Interchangeable Barrel Sets
Variants
- Blaser B95 - Single Lock Predecessor
- Blaser BBF 97 - Combination Gun
- Blaser BB97 - Double Rifle
Service history
Operators
- Civilian hunters and sport shooters
Production
Production years: 1997-2005
Hunting/sporting shotgun; production ended when the Blaser F3 over/under superseded it
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Discontinued: 2005
Notes
The B95/B97 designation reflects the locking system: the B95 used a single lock while the B97 introduced a double lock for stronger, more durable lock-up. The same platform underpinned the BBF combination guns and BB double rifles, with interchangeable barrel sets. Dimensions listed are typical for the 12-gauge over/under sporting configuration; combination and rifle-barrel sets used shorter (~600 mm) barrels.
Background
Blaser's B95/B97 break guns pioneered the brand's manual cocking system on a break-action platform: the gun is only cocked by a thumb slide when the hunter is ready to fire, so it can be carried loaded but fully de-cocked and safe.