The Bergara B-14 HMR is a left-hand bolt-action rifle chambered in .300 Win Mag with a 26-inch free-floating No. 6 contour barrel and a molded mini-chassis stock with Cerakote finish. At 9.6 lbs and 45.5 inches overall, it's built for precision use from a bench or prone position rather than light carry. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Bergara Rifles 
• Model: B-14 HMR 
• Type: Bolt Action Rifle 
• Caliber: .300 Win Mag 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Overall Length: 45.5 inches 
• Capacity: 5 rounds (1 magazine included) 
• Weight: 9.6 lbs. 
• Finish: Black Cerakote with molded mini-chassis stock 
• Safety Features: Two-position thumb safety 
• Special Features: 
• Adjustable Trigger 
• Free-floating No. 6 barrel 
• QD flush sling mounts 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The free-floating barrel design keeps the barrel from making contact with the stock during firing, which matters for consistent shot placement as barrels heat up. The adjustable trigger is a meaningful feature at this price point — most factory triggers in this class are not adjustable without aftermarket work. The two-position thumb safety is positive and easy to manipulate. QD flush sling mounts are built in. 
 
The mini-chassis stock gives the action a more rigid bedding surface than a standard synthetic stock and allows for handstop/accessory rail attachment if needed. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
The .300 Win Mag with a 26-inch barrel is well suited to long-range hunting of large game and precision target shooting. The left-hand configuration specifically addresses southpaw shooters, where .300 Win Mag options at this price point are limited. The weight and overall length make it best used from a rest or bipod for precision work.

Left-handed shooters consistently note the value of having a purpose-built left-hand action in .300 Win Mag — options at this price level are genuinely limited, which factors into most buying discussions for this model.

Accuracy is a strong point. Owners report tight groups at distance, and the B-14 HMR's free-floating barrel and adjustable trigger are specifically mentioned as contributors. Most buyers consider the out-of-box accuracy above average for its price range.

Build quality gets consistent positive marks. The mini-chassis stock, Cerakote finish, and overall fit are noted as solid for a production rifle.

Weight is acknowledged as a real number at 9.6 lbs. Most owners account for this by using the rifle from a bench or prone with a bipod, where the weight contributes to stability rather than being a liability. A few buyers mention it's heavier than expected for field use.

The adjustable trigger and aftermarket accessory options for scopes and bipods come up frequently in discussions about tuning the platform.