Axor Arms Bushpig XT

Welcome back to another Firearm Friday, where responsible ownership, practical design, and the ongoing fight for fair treatment of firearm owners remain front and centre. Hope everyone had a safe and Merry Christmas as we head into the holiday season 🎄

Firearm Friday is about more than showcasing equipment; it’s about standing up for responsible shooters at a time when the rights of NSW firearm owners are steadily being eroded. That's why we chose to bring you a more contemporary firearm. A Straight-pull shotgun has recently made headlines as one of the firearms used in the Bondi Beach Terror Attack. As a result, it is under scrutiny from politicians who are now promoting it as a "Heavy Arm" or "rapid-fire weapon" to instil fear in those who don't understand its typical uses. With a lever release like the Bushpig 2.0, you stay on target, your sight picture remains stable, and the next round is chambered with a simple thumb press. For hunters chasing pigs, feral animals, or game, that difference is huge. For sport shooters, it means faster follow-ups and more fun on the range.

Law-abiding hunters, farmers, and sport shooters continue to face restrictions that do little to improve public safety while actively limiting access to practical, compliant tools. Each new regulation seems further removed from real-world use, leaving owners frustrated that innovation and responsibility are being punished rather than recognised.

The Axor Arms Bushpig stands as a practical and well-considered response to this environment. Manufactured in Turkey but the design, testing, and marketing for the Australian market are handled by Australian companies, in Australia for Australian conditions, the Bushpig reflects a clear understanding of both legislative compliance and real-world use.

It is a robust, purpose-driven firearm with a focus on durability, balance, and ergonomics, designed to perform reliably in harsh field conditions.

From its solid construction to its thoughtful layout, the Bushpig is not about aesthetics or excess—it is about function, safety, and meeting the needs of legitimate users who rely on their equipment.

Central to the Bushpig platform is its use of button and lever release systems, which are often misunderstood or deliberately mischaracterised. In reality, these firearms operate on the same mechanical principles as a traditional bolt-action rifle.

Each shot requires a conscious, manual action to cycle the bolt and chamber the next round. The release mechanism simply streamlines this process, allowing the shooter to maintain better control and efficiency without altering the fundamental nature of the firearm.

The quicker reload capability offered by the button or lever release does not equate to increased firepower or automation. There is no self-loading function and no continuous firing. The action still demands deliberate input for every shot, just as a standard bolt-action does. What it does improve is handling particularly in situations where follow-up shots may be necessary for humane pest control or ethical hunting outcomes. Mechanically and functionally, it remains a manually operated firearm, refined rather than transformed.

Supporting firearms like the Axor Arms Bushpig is about supporting fairness, logic, and responsible ownership. NSW licence holders are already subject to some of the most stringent regulations in the world, and platforms like this prove that compliance and innovation can exist side by side. Instead of continually eroding the rights of lawful owners, there needs to be recognition that responsible shooters are not the problem and never have been.

At this time of year, it is important to support one another across state lines. Wishing everyone the best for the New Year, especially our fellow shooters in Queensland, where unity and vigilance are essential to ensure rights aren’t quietly taken away. And spare a thought for NSW licence holders these holidays, who continue to shoulder the weight of ever-tightening restrictions. Standing together, staying informed, and supporting each other has never mattered more.