Description
The Cooper Model 22R Raptor is a one-of-a-kind custom-built bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Winchester, finished by Nighthawk Custom for precision shooters and serious collectors who demand hand-fitted craftsmanship, premium component upgrades, and match-grade accuracy in a single purpose-built package.
Key Features
Caliber: .308 Winchester
Action: Bolt-action, Cooper Model 22R
Receiver marking: Stevensville, MT, making this one of the last receivers produced at Cooper’s original Montana facility
Assembly: Custom-finished and assembled by Nighthawk Custom in Arkansas
Bolt: Spiral fluted bolt body
Barrel: Cooper Proof carbon fiber, 24 inches, 1-10 twist, with muzzle brake
Stock: Wine red and gray laminate with hand-cut checkering
Metal finish: Graphite Black Cerakote on all metal components
Magazine: AICS-style trigger guard, 5-round magazine, one extra magazine included
Trigger: TriggerTech Primary
Optics base: Picatinny rail scope base included
Special Features
The receiver on this rifle is marked Stevensville, MT, placing it among the last receivers produced at Cooper Firearms original Montana location before production transitioned, making this a historically significant build for collectors who value Cooper provenance
Nighthawk Custom assembled and finished this rifle in Arkansas, combining Cooper’s Montana-era receiver with premium component upgrades and the same level of hand-fitted craftsmanship Nighthawk applies to its custom pistol work
The Cooper Proof carbon fiber barrel delivers exceptional torsional rigidity and dramatically reduced weight compared to a standard steel contour barrel, while dissipating heat more efficiently during extended range sessions or quick follow-up field shots
The TriggerTech Primary trigger uses a patented Frictionless Release Technology that eliminates the traditional sear drag found in standard triggers, producing a crisp, consistent, and repeatable break that precision shooters rely on for accurate shot placement
Graphite Black Cerakote applied to all metal surfaces provides a hard, chemically bonded finish that resists corrosion, abrasion, and salt exposure far better than standard bluing or parkerizing
The AICS-style magazine system is one of the most widely adopted and field-proven detachable box magazine platforms in precision rifle shooting, with broad aftermarket support and compatibility across a wide range of AICS-pattern magazines
The spiral fluted bolt body reduces overall weight, improves cycling smoothness, and gives the action a distinctive appearance that matches the custom character of the rest of the build
The wine red and gray laminate stock with hand-cut checkering is dimensionally stable across temperature and humidity extremes, resisting the warping and swelling that can shift zero in traditional wood stocks
Practical Benefits
The Montana-marked receiver and Nighthawk Custom assembly make this a genuinely rare and collectible rifle that carries documented custom shop provenance, separating it from standard production Cooper rifles and most other custom builds on the market
The 24-inch carbon fiber barrel and 1-10 twist are well matched to the full range of .308 Winchester projectiles from standard hunting loads through heavier long-range match bullets, making this rifle versatile across hunting, precision competition, and range use
The included Picatinny rail scope base allows the shooter to mount virtually any modern optic without additional modifications or purchases
The included spare AICS magazine means the rifle arrives ready for field carry, competition, or range work with no additional accessories required before use
Hand-cut checkering on the laminate stock provides a firm, positive grip in wet, cold, or sweaty conditions where smooth stock surfaces can become slippery and undermine shooting confidence
The muzzle brake improves muzzle control and helps the shooter stay on target for faster follow-up shots, making this a practical choice for precision competition shooters and field hunters taking shots at extended distances
The Cooper Model 22R Raptor in .308 Winchester is a smart addition for precision shooters, serious collectors, and long-range hunters who want a fully custom-finished, match-grade bolt-action rifle built on one of the last Montana-marked Cooper receivers and assembled by Nighthawk Custom in Arkansas.
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