The Sauer 100 Classic XT is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC. It has a cold hammer-forged 22-inch barrel, a steel receiver with matte blued finish, and a black synthetic Ergo Max stock. The adjustable trigger breaks between 2.2 and 4.2 lbs. A three-position safety and three-lug bolt head with 60-degree lift round out the action. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Sauer 
• Model: 100 Classic XT 
• Caliber: 6.5 PRC 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Overall Length (OAL): 44.5 inches 
• Safety Mechanism: Three-position safety 
• Trigger Type: Adjustable (2.2 to 4.2 lbs) 
• Stock Finish: Black Synthetic 
• Receiver Material: Steel with Matte Blued finish 
   

Features 

The cold hammer-forged barrel keeps shot placement consistent even after high round counts. The 60-degree bolt lift reduces scope clearance issues and speeds up cycling. Trigger pull is user-adjustable within the 2.2-4.2 lb range, so you can set it to your preference without gunsmithing. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts. 
 

Usage 

The 22-inch barrel and 6.5 PRC chambering make this a natural long-range hunting and precision shooting rifle. The synthetic stock handles weather without maintenance, and the ambidextrous layout means left-handed shooters can run it without modification.

Users discussing the Sauer 100 Classic XT (6.5 PRC, 22" barrel) tend to focus on a consistent set of points.

Build quality draws the most praise. The bolt cycles smoothly, and most shooters note that accuracy is good right out of the box without needing to bed the action or tweak anything major.

Ergonomics get positive marks -- the stock fits well, cheek weld is natural, and the balance point works for most shooting positions.

Weight is the most common complaint. The rifle is on the heavier side for a field gun, and hunters planning long carries in rough terrain bring this up regularly.

The adjustable trigger gets mixed coverage. Many appreciate that it's crisp and configurable; a smaller group feels the factory setup could be refined further.

Aftermarket accessory availability and optics compatibility come up occasionally. Some users have noted that specific mounts or accessories can take effort to source.

At longer ranges, a few users mention needing to work up loads or adjust for their specific conditions before getting the most out of the cartridge. That's fairly standard for any 6.5 PRC rifle and not unique to this model.