The Southern Trapper operates as Charleston's gateway to ultra-premium custom firearms. This isn't a typical gun store stocked with mass-produced inventory—it's a builder's workshop focused on limited-edition, collector-grade firearms that blend engineering precision with exotic materials. Exotic Le...
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The Southern Trapper operates as Charleston's gateway to ultra-premium custom firearms. This isn't a typical gun store stocked with mass-produced inventory—it's a builder's workshop focused on limited-edition, collector-grade firearms that blend engineering precision with exotic materials.
Exotic Leather Custom Builds - Green Alligator Skin Rifle ($25,965) - Limited to twelve units, each wrapped in hand-selected green alligator hide with exquisite metalwork - Shark Skin Rifle ($24,385) - A bolt-action collector's piece that may never be replicated once the edition sells out - Alligator Skin Shotgun ($115,000) - The Blaser F3 with genuine alligator skin, alligator-scale engraved Grade 9 wood stock, and intricate side-plate engravings - Crocodile 1911 ($3,000–$8,000) - Custom 1911 pistols wrapped in genuine caiman crocodile skin, each a one-of-a-kind masterpiece
Every rifle builds on Blaser's modular R8 platform—the workhorse of the collection. That means:
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Interchangeable barrels | Hunt multiple calibers with one rifle |
| Interchangeable scopes | Swap Blaser Saddle Mount optics without losing zero |
| Quick takedown | Field-strip in seconds for cleaning or packing |
| Desmodromic trigger | 900g pull with zero creep, functions in ice and mud |
| Manual cocking system | One of the world's safest firing mechanisms |
| 14-point radial locking | 360-degree barrel engagement for repeatable accuracy |
Available Calibers for R8 Rifles: - 30-06 - 6.5 Creedmoor - 6.5 PRC - 300 Win Mag
R8 Barrel Options: - Standard R8 Taper Barrel ($1,596) - Fluted barrel upgrades available - Each barrel ships with magazine insert for the cartridge
The Blaser F3 (alligator edition) is purpose-built for competitive shooting and upland game hunting:
Collector's Investment: Limited availability means these firearms appreciate over time, functioning as both tools and investment pieces.
Blaser precision rifle scopes compatible with all R8 barrels: - Blaser Rifle Scope 1-7x28 IC - Blaser Rifle Scope 2.8-20x50 IC - Blaser Rifle Scope 4-20x58 IC - Blaser Rifle Scope B2 1-6x24 IC - Blaser Rifle Scope B2 2-12x50 IC - Blaser Rifle Scope B2 2.5-15x56 IC (standard and QDC+ versions) - Pricing starts at $3,462
This isn't about volume. The Southern Trapper curates firearms for discerning shooters who understand that true quality is invisible until you handle it—the weight distribution, the trigger feel, the absolute reliability in harsh conditions. Every firearm ships with a warranty and access to their expertise.
Retired Guns Section: They also maintain a Retired Guns inventory, signaling they understand the collector's market and trade of pre-owned premium pieces.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Address | 461 Fleming Road, Suite I and J, Charleston, SC 29412 |
| Phone | (843) 630-6939 |
| [email protected] | |
| Hours | Mon–Fri: 9AM–5PM EST / Sat–Sun: Closed |
"Each rifle in this collection is a masterful fusion of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary elegance."
The Southern Trapper operates by appointment or walk-in during business hours. They maintain strict age verification (21+) for all transactions and offer email notification for new inventory drops.
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