Sauer & Sohn has set a new standard in premium class hunting rifles. The newest flagship of Germany’s oldest gun maker not only unites everything that demanding hunters require in a premium hunting rifle, but also impresses you with unheard-of technical advances. In keeping with our motto, “Make More Possible”, the S 404 is the synthesis of revolutionary solutions in the realms of safety, ergonomics, accuracy, performance and flexibility, and the embodiment of the perfect tool for the modern hunter.
What really stands out about the S 404 is its patented safety concept, the heart of which is a completely new manual cocking system. The ergonomically perfect metal cocking slide on the bolt shroud allows the rifle to be cocked both comfortably and silently since the sound of the detent button in the rear third of the slide is automatically muffled by the soft flesh of the thumb. The slide is retracted to its uncocked position by simply pressing the button again with the thumb. In addition to the manual cocking feature, an automatic firing pin safety works inside the S 404 to prevent it from firing when the bolt is not fully closed. In order to open the bolt with the gun on safe, whether loaded or unloaded, it is only necessary to push the cocking slide forward two millimeters while at the same time lifting the bolt handle. This way, safe handling becomes instinct aided by intelligent technology.
A key highlight of the S 404 is the revolutionary SAUER Quattro trigger system. With the help of the integral SUS universal key, the shooter can now choose between four different trigger pull weights in seconds. Regardless which setting the hunter chooses, the SAUER Quattro is sure to delight with a trigger characteristic that gives new meaning to the term ‘bone dry’. From the ultra-precise long-distance shot at the target range or up a mountain slope to the driven hunt in freezing weather, there is a setting for every situation. The finishing touch is the ability to fit the trigger to the shooter’s hand. With a three inch adjustment range for length of pull and a left-to-right swivel range of 5 degrees, it guarantees each shooter optimal contact with this important operator interface. The perfectly curved extra-wide grooved trigger blade ensures that the trigger finger finds a comfortable position with ease.
The newly conceived and patented SUM (SAUER Universal Mount) offers a low build height, superior stability, and 100% return to zero. The mount base is milled into the receiver of the S 404, thereby assuring the highest level of strength with the tightest possible tolerances. In addition to adjusting the trigger pull weight, the SUS universal key has another purpose: This tool allows for lightning-fast disassembly of the S 404. Replacement of the stock and barrel can be carried out in less than a minute. The removable bolt head provides an added plus in flexibility. The SAUER 404 allows the hunter to shoot all available calibers with a single rifle. Even the jump from Standard to Magnum is no problem: Simply swap out the bolt head to transform the S 404 from a .30-06 for local hunting to an uncompromising buffalo stopper in .375 H&H Magnum in two easy steps.
As one might expect, Sauer & Sohn believes in metal. Not counting the stock, the S 404 has 112 individual parts and 111 of them are metal. Due to its function, only the magazine follower is made of polymer. This speaks for the high intrinsic value of the SAUER 404.
The SAUER 404 is available in four different models. The CLASSIC version is presented in a tasteful classic walnut stock. The CLASSIC XT scores with a polymer stock complete with Soft Touch coating and elastomer grip panels. The ELEGANCE model makes a sovereign statement in walnut of Grade 5 and above. The SYNCHRO XT offers maximum ergonomics with its thumbhole stock and adjustable comb. Suggested retail begins at $3,800.
All models feature a jeweled bolt and MAGLOCK magazine safety as standard equipment. The practical MAGLOCK allows the shooter to lock the magazine release so that the magazine cannot be lost during a hard stalk. More information at www.sauer.de/en/
