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Australian-owned, American firearms manufacturer Barrett Firearms Manufacturing has unveiled a limited-edition commemorative .50 rifle series in recognition of America’s 250th Anniversary.
The two models, including 250 twenty-inch Model 82A1 rifles and 250 twenty-inch M107A1 rifles, were announced ahead of the start of the SHOT Show 2026 in the United States this week.
The 20-inch Model 82A1 rifles feature serial numbers LIBERTY001 through LIBERTY250 and are finished in a custom Cerakote design incorporating the iconic ‘Join or Die’ snake motif, while the 20-inch M107A1 rifles carry serial numbers FREEDOM001 through FREEDOM250 and feature a custom Cerakote finish with a subdued American 1776 flag design.
“America’s 250th anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on the values that define this nation and the people who have defended them,” said Barrett chief executive Bryan James.
“The America 250 Campaign is our way of honouring that legacy while directly supporting America’s veterans.
“These rifles represent more than craftsmanship and collectability, they represent gratitude, service, and our responsibility to give back.”
Each rifle will be delivered as a complete serial-number matching commemorative set, pairing the firearm with an RMJ Tactical tomahawk specific to its model: the Patriot Tomahawk for the Model 82A1 and the Kestrel Tomahawk for the M107A1, along with a serial-number matching commemorative challenge coin and certificate of authenticity signed by Ronnie Barrett, founder of Barrett Firearms.
The complete presentation is housed in a custom Pelican case that displays the rifle while fully assembled and includes a Barrett manual and sticker set.
Two additional matched sets of Model 82A1 and M107A1 rifles featuring the serial numbers LIBERTY1776 and FREEDOM1776, as well as LIBERTY2026 and FREEDOM2026, will each be auctioned to the highest bidder through GunBroker.com.
In addition, Barrett will conduct a special fundraising initiative in support of America’s veterans, with participants able to donate US$100 per entry for an unlimited number of chances to win a matched set of commemorative Model 82A1 and M107A1 rifles from 15 March to 31 July this year.
The winner will be announced on 3 August this year. Proceeds from the donation-based drawing will benefit a nationally recognised United States veterans’ organisation to be announced at a later date.
