The Sauer 100 Classic is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .300 Win Mag with a 24.4-inch blued barrel and stained beechwood stock. At 6.9 lbs it's reasonably light for the caliber. The action has several design features that distinguish it from more common bolt designs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .300 Win Mag 
• Barrel Length: 24.4 inches 
• Capacity: 4 rounds 
• Weight: 6.9 lbs (107.2 oz) 
• Finish: Blued Receiver with Stained Beechwood Stock/Handguard 
• Manufacturer: Sauer 
• Model Number: S1W300 
   

Detailed Features 

• Three-lug bolt head with 60-degree bolt lift 
• Three-position safety 
• EVER REST action bedding system for consistent stock-to-action fit 
• Adjustable trigger: 2.2 to 4.2 lb pull weight 
• 24.4-inch blued barrel 
• Stained beechwood stock 
• 4-round internal magazine 
   
  The 60-degree bolt lift is shorter than the 90-degree throw on most traditional bolt rifles, which reduces hand movement between shots. The EVER REST system uses a chassis-style bedding approach to maintain consistent action position in the stock. The adjustable trigger range of 2.2-4.2 lbs covers most preference ranges without gunsmith work.

The Sauer 100 Classic in .300 Win Mag gets consistent praise for accuracy and action quality. Owners running it at the range report tight groups with quality hunting loads, and the 60-degree bolt lift with the three-lug head is regularly noted as a smooth and positive cycling experience.

At 6.9 lbs the rifle is manageable for a magnum chambering, though the .300 Win Mag recoil is present and owners who shoot heavy sessions mention the SuperCell-type recoil pad is appreciated. The adjustable trigger is a genuine plus -- buyers who configure it to their preferred weight report it contributes significantly to accuracy.

The beechwood stock is the most-discussed visual trade-off. Buyers who want walnut or synthetic have to look elsewhere in the Sauer lineup; beechwood is functional but less premium-looking in person. Aftermarket support is more limited than Remington 700 or Winchester Model 70 platform rifles, which affects buyers who want drop-in stock upgrades or other modifications. Price sits above entry-level bolt guns and some buyers compare it against Tikka T3x or Browning X-Bolt options at similar price points.