The first time you carry it in the field, you'll understand why it's considered one of the finest dense-cover rifles in America. Lightning-fast in close quarters and superbly accurate for the long shot, the compact, short-action Model Seven has been a knock-down, drag-out leader in the woods since it was introduced in 1983. Its receiver and action design are based on the Model 700 and delivers the highest level of out-of-the-box accuracy, strength, and reliability in a platform that's 2-3/8" shorter overall and weighs just 6.5 lbs. The Model Seven CDL is the quintessential short-action hunting rifle, and it features a classically-styled American Walnut CDL stock, a clean satin-finished barrel, and a SuperCell recoil pad.