Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this bolt-action rifle for a penny-start auction, this is the Kimber 8400 Mountain Ascent.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Kimber
Model: 8400 Mountain Ascent
Serial: KW37719
Caliber: 7mm Rem. Mag.
Finish: Stainless Steel Barrel
Barrel Length: 26" Barrel with Muzzle Break
Optics/Sights: No Sights / Drilled and Tapped Receiver
Stock/Grips: Carbon Fiber Stock with Gore Optifade Open Country Finish
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Kimber 8400 Mountain Ascent is a premium ultralight bolt-action hunting rifle designed for backcountry hunters who value minimizing carried weight without sacrificing the power, accuracy, and reliability expected from a serious big-game rifle. Built on Kimber’s Model 8400 controlled-round-feed action, the rifle uses a Mauser-style claw extractor, front locking lugs, and a three-position safety, features long respected for dependable field performance in difficult terrain and harsh weather. The Mountain Ascent was engineered to remove as much unnecessary weight as possible, using extensive fluting on the barrel and bolt, lightened components throughout the action, and a reinforced synthetic stock with carbon-fiber and Kevlar construction. Depending on action length and chambering, factory weights have been listed as low as approximately 4 pounds 13 ounces for short-action versions and around 5 pounds 5 ounces for long-action models, making it one of the lightest production centerfire hunting rifles in its class. Standard barrel lengths commonly run 24 inches on many chamberings, helping preserve velocity while maintaining a slim mountain-rifle profile, and many examples include a threaded muzzle with brake and thread protector. The rifle is typically chambered in a variety of popular hunting cartridges ranging from short-action deer rounds to long-action elk and magnum calibers, giving hunters options based on terrain and intended game. In practical use, the 8400 Mountain Ascent is praised for being exceptionally easy to carry on steep climbs, long hikes, and multi-day hunts where every ounce matters. Its crisp trigger, rigid stock, and free-floated barrel can deliver strong field accuracy, though, like many extremely lightweight rifles, it requires disciplined shooting technique and can produce sharper recoil than heavier rifles in the same chambering. Enthusiast discussions often summarize it as a rifle that excels in the mountains because it disappears on the shoulder, but reminds you of its low weight when the trigger is pulled. Today, the Kimber 8400 Mountain Ascent is regarded as a purpose-built high-country hunting rifle that blends classic controlled-feed bolt-action engineering with modern lightweight materials, offering serious hunters a rifle built to go far, climb high, and still make the shot when it matters most.
Contents:
Model: 8400 Mountain Ascent
Serial: KW37719
Caliber: 7mm Rem. Mag.
Finish: Stainless Steel Barrel
Barrel Length: 26" Barrel with Muzzle Break
Optics/Sights: No Sights / Drilled and Tapped Receiver
Stock/Grips: Carbon Fiber Stock with Gore Optifade Open Country Finish
Action: Bolt-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Kimber 8400 Mountain Ascent is a premium ultralight bolt-action hunting rifle designed for backcountry hunters who value minimizing carried weight without sacrificing the power, accuracy, and reliability expected from a serious big-game rifle. Built on Kimber’s Model 8400 controlled-round-feed action, the rifle uses a Mauser-style claw extractor, front locking lugs, and a three-position safety, features long respected for dependable field performance in difficult terrain and harsh weather. The Mountain Ascent was engineered to remove as much unnecessary weight as possible, using extensive fluting on the barrel and bolt, lightened components throughout the action, and a reinforced synthetic stock with carbon-fiber and Kevlar construction. Depending on action length and chambering, factory weights have been listed as low as approximately 4 pounds 13 ounces for short-action versions and around 5 pounds 5 ounces for long-action models, making it one of the lightest production centerfire hunting rifles in its class. Standard barrel lengths commonly run 24 inches on many chamberings, helping preserve velocity while maintaining a slim mountain-rifle profile, and many examples include a threaded muzzle with brake and thread protector. The rifle is typically chambered in a variety of popular hunting cartridges ranging from short-action deer rounds to long-action elk and magnum calibers, giving hunters options based on terrain and intended game. In practical use, the 8400 Mountain Ascent is praised for being exceptionally easy to carry on steep climbs, long hikes, and multi-day hunts where every ounce matters. Its crisp trigger, rigid stock, and free-floated barrel can deliver strong field accuracy, though, like many extremely lightweight rifles, it requires disciplined shooting technique and can produce sharper recoil than heavier rifles in the same chambering. Enthusiast discussions often summarize it as a rifle that excels in the mountains because it disappears on the shoulder, but reminds you of its low weight when the trigger is pulled. Today, the Kimber 8400 Mountain Ascent is regarded as a purpose-built high-country hunting rifle that blends classic controlled-feed bolt-action engineering with modern lightweight materials, offering serious hunters a rifle built to go far, climb high, and still make the shot when it matters most.
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory-labeled box and all other contents pictured above.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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About Us
From a small town hobby, to a leader in the investment and collector grade firearms industry. Bryant Ridge Firearms is here to offer the best in quality and customer service when you are looking to unload your collector grade firearm collection. 
Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1171529660 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-05-10 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
961 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-05-10 17:12:39 |
