PL Holehan Custom Rifles

Patrick Holehan builds custom rifles from the ground up in Tucson, Arizona. Each rifle reflects meticulous attention to detail—from integral scope bases and hand-checkered walnut stocks to perfectly rust-blued steel and polished bolt work. His rifles are known for consistently shooting under half-MOA groups and performing reliably in the field across multiple continents.

"Words are not enough to describe the level of quality Pat strives for when putting his masterpieces together. Don't think about it and commission a rifle for your next hunt!" — José Francisco Bours Jr., long-time client

Holehan offers several rifle configurations tailored to hunting applications:

• •African Hunter — Purpose-built for dangerous game
• •Safari Hunter — Long-range African hunting
• •Classic Hunter — Traditional design with fine walnut
• •Lightweight Classic Hunter — Reduced weight for mountain hunts
• •Long Range Hunter — Extended-distance accuracy
• •Alpine Hunter — Lightweight mountain application

Common calibers include 7mm Rem Mag, 300 Win Mag, 375 H&H, and 6.5 Creedmoor. Every rifle is a bespoke build—no two are identical.

Patrick guides hunts throughout the Southwest and Mexico:

• •Coues Deer — Mexico and New Mexico operations
• •Gould's Turkey — Sonora hunts with Spanish-speaking guides
• •Pronghorn Antelope — New Mexico private land hunts

He personally scouts trophy quality, handles border paperwork, and works with established ranches. Clients consistently praise his knowledge, preparation, and honesty.

Patrick Holehan has been featured in Safari Magazine, Guns Australia, Shooter's Bible, Gun Hunter Magazine, and GUNS Magazine. His work is recognized for combining artistic expression with solid metalsmithing and woodcutting skills. He's a lifelong hunter who builds rifles based on decades of field experience—he knows what works under all conditions.