During our years of shooting in NRA UK one of the rifles we purchased and tried was a custom-built rifle made from Germany.
The AS.H PSG Walküre, or “Nimrod” as it’s known in the UK, is a precision rifle crafted in Bavaria, Germany. The brainchild of renowned gunsmith and inventor Andres Schuler, this rifle boasts a unique combination of precision and compatibility.
Key Features and Design:
- Precision Engineering: The Walküre is built with a self-developed system designed for exceptional accuracy.
- Remington 700 Compatibility: While maintaining its own distinct identity, the rifle shares compatibility with key components of the Remington 700 system, including the interface shaft system, shanks, magazines, and prints.
- Integrated Picatinny Rail: The action features an integrated 0 MOA Picatinny rail for easy scope mounting.
- Robust Construction: The action is made from tool steel with a tensile strength of 1200N/mm2 and is finished with a gas nitride coating for durability.
- Three-Lug Bolt: The bolt action uses a three-lug operating system that locks into a central action ring, ensuring reliable and accurate engagement.
- Lothar Walther Barrel: The barrel is a high-quality match-grade stainless steel barrel from Lothar Walther, renowned for its precision(Same as A.I).
Performance and Versatility:
Our .308 was on AT AICS (we upgraded the trigger to a Canadian-built two-stage trigger from Cadex Defence), used Accu-Shot Atlas Bipod V8, with scope mounts American Defense AD-DELTA 20 MOA 1 Piece Quick Detach Unimount (as Nimrod got a FLAT Picatinny rail which is a part of the action itself), the scope we use was Athlon Ares BTR 4.5-27×50 APLR3 FFP IR MOA, which was decent.
Apart from the AICS chassis, Nimrod can slip into other aftermarket stocks due to the Remington 700 action underside profile, it can come in PSE composite stocks from Cork, Ireland, and GRS rifle stocks from Hornindal, Norway.
Hunting and Sporting Applications:
AS.H also offers a hunting version of the PSG Valkyrie, specifically designed for sporting applications and featuring weight reduction. This variant includes Lothar Walther barrels, a selection of calibers, and specialized stocks.
Overall:
The AS.H PSG Walküre is a well-crafted precision rifle that shares similarities with the Accuracy International line but offers a distinct identity. While it may not be a direct replacement for the iconic A.I., it provides excellent performance and value for those seeking a high-quality rifle.
If your budget won’t allow you to buy an original Accuracy International, this rifle won’t disappoint. However, if money is no issue, go for A.I first, as we did exchange ours in the end.
Additional Features:
- Spiral-channelled chamber
- Sako-style extractor
- Chamber stems with plastic knob and thread
- 3-position firing pin safety
- Integrated recoil cleats
- Running lengths of 52 cm, 58 cm, or 65 cm
- Muzzle thread M18x1at 22mm mouth diameter
- AICS insertion magazines
- Adjustable cheekpiece height
Sporting Services imports this rifle from AS.H in Germany into the UK under the name of NIMROD.
| CALIBERS | .308 Win, 300 Win Mag, 6.5×55, 6.5×47 Lapua, 260 Remington |
| OVERALL-LENGTH | With 65 cm barrel and AX AICS stock-117cm With 65 cm barrel and AT AICS stock-117cm With 65 cm barrel and PSE stock-118cm With 58 cm barrel and AX AICS stock-110cm With 58 cm barrel and AT AICS stock-110cm With 58 cm barrel and PSE stock-111cm With 52 cm barrel and AX AICS stock-102cm With 52 cm barrel and AT AICS stock- 102cm With 52 cm barrel and PSE stock-103cm |
| BARREL-LENGTH | 65 cm 58 cm 52 cm |
| WEIGHT | With 65 cm barrel and AX AICS stock approx. 6.1 kg With 65 cm barrel and AT AICS stock approx. 5.7 Kg With 65 cm barrel and PSE stock approx. 4.8 Kg With 58 cm barrel and AX AICS stock approx. 5.95 Kg With 58 cm barrel and AT AICS stock approx. 5.55 Kg With 58 cm barrel and PSE stock approx. 4.65 Kg With 52cm barrel and AX AICS stock approx. 5.8 Kg With 52cm barrel and AT AICS stock approx. 5.4 Kg With 52cm barrel and PSE stock approx. 4.5 Kg |
| MAGAZINE | Accuracy International Compatible |
| MAGAZINE-CAPACITY | 5 and 10 rounds (Single Stack) |
| TRIGGER | Adjustable 2-stage trigger (additional payment otherwise comes with single stage) |
| SAFETY | Bolt safety 3 firing position |
| STOCK | AX AICS, AT AICS (foldable or fix), PSE (PSE Composites Rifle Stocks) , GRS |
