Dakota Model 10 Single Shot
Dakota Arms Inc. · Rifle · In Production · 1990
Also known as: Dakota M10, Dakota Arms Model 10
Overview
The Dakota Model 10 Single Shot is a premium falling-block single-shot rifle built by Dakota Arms of South Dakota. Introduced in 1990, its lever-operated falling-block action is machined from prehardened billet steel, with the rear of the breechblock and receiver forming solid walls of steel that leave no path for escaping gases to reach the shooter. Trim, light and elegant, it is offered in a wide range of chamberings up to powerful magnums such as the .375 H&H Magnum for dangerous-game hunting, and is prized as a hand-built sporting and safari rifle.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3175 g (112.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 991 mm (39.02") |
| Barrel Length | 584 mm (22.99") |
| Action Type | Falling Block |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 823 m/s (2700 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 6585 J (4857 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 200 m (219 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 305 mm (12.01") |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .375 H&H Magnum · primary — also known as .375 Holland & Holland Magnum, .375 Belted Rimless Nitro Express
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Single Shot
- Safety mechanisms: Tang Safety
- Features: Lever Operated Falling Block, Machined From Prehardened Billet, Barrel Band Sling Swivel, Integral Scope Mount Bases, Single Shot
Variants
- Dakota Model 10 Deluxe - Upgraded Wood And Finish
Service history
Operators
- Sport and big-game hunters
Production
Production years: 1990-present
Hand-built in limited numbers as a custom-grade sporting rifle
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Don Allen
Notes
Barrel length varies by order (commonly 22-26 in); 23 in is typical. No provision for open sights on standard guns; two slide-pattern scope mount bases are fitted to the barrel and receiver ring. Weight is approximately 6.5-7.5 lb depending on caliber and barrel.
Background
Dakota Arms was founded by gunmaker Don Allen and Pete Grisel in Sturgis, South Dakota. The Model 10 falling block was conceived as a modern, refined take on the classic single-shot hunting rifle in the spirit of the Ruger No. 1 and vintage British stalking rifles, hand-fitted for hunters who value one well-placed shot.