Hammerli Force B1 rimfire rifles

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Introducing the Hammerli Arms Force B1 Rifle, a designed for those who demand nothing but the best in the chaos of the wilderness. With a nod to the legendary Hammerli legacy, the Force B1 stands tall alongside the historic products of Heritage & Innovation since 1863.

The Hammerli Arms Force B1 Rifle – a masterpiece of adaptability, precision, and power. When the world demands resilience, answer with the Force B1 by your side, ready for anything the wilderness throws your way.

In the lineage of Hammerli's competition history, the Toggle Style Straight Pull Action in the Force B1 represents a bold step forward, marrying tradition with innovation for a shooting experience that embodies the essence of Hammerli Arms excellence.

Features​

  • Adaptability Unleashed
    The Quick-Change Barrel System of the Force B1 is a game-changer. Toolless and field-ready, it allows for seamless transitions between barrel lengths and even calibers – from the nimble .22 LR to the potent .22 WMR. In the unforgiving wild, adaptability isn’t an option; it’s survival, and the Force B1 delivers.

  • Swift Precision, Silent Execution
    The Straight Pull Bolt action of the Force B1 employs a toggle-style mechanism, ensuring lightning-fast follow-up shots and a rock-solid lockup for enhanced accuracy. When the action closes, it does so with a hushed demeanor, making it an ideal companion for those who prefer the stealthy touch of suppression.

  • Seamless Caliber Coordination
    The Adaptable Magwell, utilizing the Hammerli adapter system, seamlessly coordinates caliber changes with the correct RUGER® magazine. Whether you’re loading up .22 LR or .22 WMR, the Force B1 ensures a flawless fit.

  • Tailored Ergonomics
    The Adjustable Stock of the Force B1 offers toolless customization for length of pull and comb height, ensuring a perfect fit for every shooter. When every inch matters, the Force B1 lets you tailor your rifle to your unique preferences, enhancing comfort and control.

  • Versatile Muzzle Options
    With a Threaded Barrel using the standard ½x28 TPI, the Force B1 is ready to embrace a variety of muzzle devices and suppressors. Adapt your arsenal to the situation at hand, and let the Force B1 roar or whisper as needed.

  • Magazine Mastery
    The Force B1 utilizes Ruger® rotary-style magazines, renowned for their reliability and ease of use. Ensure your shots count with a smooth and efficient feeding system that stands up to the rugged challenges of the wild.

  • Precision Optics, Custom Triggers
    Featuring a Picatinny Optic Rail for optics mounting, the Force B1 ensures the best possible accuracy for your shots. The integrated machined rail provides a sturdy platform for your optics, enhancing your field of vision. The Trigger Group, compatible with Ruger® 10/22 style trigger groups, allows for easy customization, putting the control back in your hands.
 
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Interesting little gun, lots of cool features. A bit of research shows that they have simple adjustments for length of pull and comb height.

But, wow...the shortest length of pull is still over 14.5 inches...and that can be lengthened out to well over 16 inches! Huh? Why didn't they allow the gun to be shot at a much shorter LOP, making it suitable for kids and smaller folks, and then let you extend it out to a more "normal" LOP for full-sized adults? I have a 35-inch sleeve measurement and a neck like a giraffe, and I still don't need or want a LOP any longer than 14 inches. The Euros often seem to miss this point; I have a Voere bolt action .223 that has the same silly set of numbers. Very poor design, and it would have been just as easy and no more expensive to give these guns a more-versatile range of LOP adjustability.

But that's a minor gripe. Another, perhaps less minor, is that plastic spacer that must be snapped onto the 10/22 lr mag to allow it to fit and function in the 10/22magnum sized magwell. Is there some good reason for not making that spacer a single piece that inserts into the rifle itself, and remains in place as long as one is using standard mags? It could then be removed if/when a conversion to the .22mag is performed. I'm not in love with the idea of constantly removing and re-attaching the gizmo every time I insert another magazine. Too easy to lose it, and depending upon the material and the construction, it seems prone to eventually breaking after hundreds of remove/replace cycles.

Overall this is a very appealing rifle; I am getting a bit disenchanted by that Voere and just might see myself moving it down the road and grabbing one of these. Looking forward to some reviews.
 
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jjohnwm said:
Interesting little gun, lots of cool features. A bit of research shows that they have simple adjustments for length of pull and comb height.

But, wow...the shortest length of pull is still over 14.5 inches...and that can be lengthened out to well over 16 inches! Huh? Why didn't they allow the gun to be shot at a much shorter LOP, making it suitable for kids and smaller folks, and then let you extend it out to a more "normal" LOP for full-sized adults? I have a 35-inch sleeve measurement and a neck like a giraffe, and I still don't need or want a LOP any longer than 14 inches. The Euros often seem to miss this point; I have a Voere bolt action .223 that has the same silly set of numbers. Very poor design, and it would have been just as easy and no more expensive to give these guns a more-versatile range of LOP adjustability.

But that's a minor gripe. Another, perhaps less minor, is that plastic spacer that must be snapped onto the 10/22 lr mag to allow it to fit and function in the 10/22magnum sized magwell. Is there some good reason for not making that spacer a single piece that inserts into the rifle itself, and remains in place as long as one is using standard mags? It could then be removed if/when a conversion to the .22mag is performed. I'm not in love with the idea of constantly removing and re-attaching the gizmo every time I insert another magazine. Too easy to lose it, and depending upon the material and the construction, it seems prone to eventually breaking after hundreds of remove/replace cycles.

Overall this is a very appealing rifle; I am getting a bit disenchanted by that Voere and just might see myself moving it down the road and grabbing one of these. Looking forward to some reviews.
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I just checked and you are correct.
 
Ouch just shy of 1500 with 22 mag conversion before tax and shipping. Not going to mention the other dealer selling these as a kitt with both barrels in a nice fitted case to hold everything and substantially less money. Not sure what happened to the shooting centre but ive bought a few big dollar rifles from you gguys like my sig cross and you were like 300 less than everyone else. Use to be first place i would look to make a big purchase which i still do but sometimes i have to purchase elsewhere
 
jimbo45 said:
Ouch just shy of 1500 with 22 mag conversion before tax and shipping. Not going to mention the other dealer selling these as a kitt with both barrels in a nice fitted case to hold everything and substantially less money. Not sure what happened to the shooting centre but ive bought a few big dollar rifles from you gguys like my sig cross and you were like 300 less than everyone else. Use to be first place i would look to make a big purchase which i still do but sometimes i have to purchase elsewhere
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I can't speak to other vendors pricing but we do price match: https://store.theshootingcentre.com/terms-conditions/
 
the one attractive unique feature is the toggle straight-pull action imo
would be nice to test-run in a cof, betting it is fast

pays to shop, prices are upand some ads don't explain vewry well what is included
one vendor doesn't even mention that what they have includes the 22wmr kit, yet the price doesn't reflect that .
 
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