The Griffin & Howe Highlander Lite Rifle
Exclusively from Griffin & Howe
The Highlander Lite is our new lightweight version of Griffin & Howe’s state-of-the-art Highlander rifle; all the power and accuracy you need, in a lighter package. We’ve stripped the Highlander Lite down to the reliable basics, allowing you to own a fantastically high-quality rifle at a lower price point than the Highlander.
Like the Highlander, the Highlander Lite is a lightweight precision long-range hunting rifle, but featuring a Proof Research Sendero Light match-grade stainless steel barrel and Defiance Machine Classic action. Weighing only 5lbs 10oz with short action or 6lbs with long action, the Highlander Lite is comparible even to some lightweight titanium action rifles.
The Highlander Lite has less bells and whistles than the Highlander, but still comes with a Negrini case, thread protector and adaptor for a Spartan Precision bipod.
We recommend purchasing our Highlander rifle rings, build to complement the Highlander Lite’s Defiance Machine Classic action and offering a seamless fusion of form and function.
Upon purchase, we will also inform you of the specific ammunition used during accuracy testing. This should save you precious time and allow you to own a fantastically accurate rifle straight out of the case.
The Lightest Griffin & Howe Rifle Yet
The Griffin & Howe Gunsmithing department hand builds each Highlander Lite rifle in-house. All components are specifically chosen for their lightweight yet high quality capabilities; the Highlander Lite comprises of a McMillan composite stock, Trigger Tech single-stage trigger, choice of 20 or 22″ Proof Research Sendero Light barrel, and Defiance Machine Classic action.
Every Highlander Lite rifle is tested and shot on our range for functionality and precision – before and after all coating is applied to the metal and stock – so that your rifle feeds and functions flawlessly when it leaves our shop, using factory-loaded ammunition to achieve under 3/4 MOA.
Action
Defiance Machine Classic Action
The Defiance Machine Classic action is a standardized, lightweight and durable action at an entry level price point, thanks to a streamlined production process and utilization of overflow materials.
The receiver is made of pre-hardened aircraft-certified 416 stainless steel, and the bolt is made of pre-hardened aircraft-certified 4340 chrome moly with recessed bolt lugs, utilizing an M-16 extractor and plunger ejector. All material is pre-hardened prior to machining in order to prevent changing tolerances during the heat treatment.

Barrel
Proof Research Sendero Light Carbon Fiber Barrel and Griffin & Howe Thread Protector
The Proof Research Sendero Light is a match-grade 416R stainless steel barrel, turned down to a significantly reduced profile which greatly reduces the weight. The reduced contour barrel is then wrapped with high-strength, aerospace-grade carbon fiber impregnated with Proof’s proprietary matrix resin developed by their advanced composites division.
The carbon fiber moves heat very effectively through the wall of the barrel, allowing it to cool faster and maintain accuracy over longer sessions of fire. The end result is stronger, lighter and as accurate as the finest precision steel barrel.
The Highlander Lite barrel comes with a 5/8-24 custom Griffin & Howe thread protector made in-house, and options are available for barrel length.

Stock
Griffin & Howe Lightweight Fiberglass Stock
Like the Highlander, the Highlander Lite features the classic Griffin & Howe style stock with a Monte Carlo comb to place the shooter’s eye in alignment with the optic. Each lightweight carbon fiber and fiberglass stock ensures stability and extreme durability in the field.
Choose from one of the Gore® Optifade® patterns or OD Green for your rifle finish.

Trigger
Trigger Tech Trigger with Frictionless Release Technology
The Highlander Lite trigger assembly features the Trigger Tech ‘Free Floating Roller Design’ with true zero-creep break, made with 440C stainless steel internal components to ensure corrosion resistance. Upon completion, a Griffin & Howe Highlander Lite is set to 2.5 lbs, but adjustments can be made from 1.5 – 3.5 lbs. Clients are able to choose from a black or polished stainless steel finish.

Finish
Gore® Optifade® Finish
Customize your Highlander Lite with your choice of Gore® Optifade® pattern, so you can truly blend in to your ideal hunting scenario. These patterns are products of the latest research in animal vision science, camouflage science and computer technology to create proprietary new concealment patterns. Choose from the Open Country, Subalpine, or Elevated patterns.
We also offer the stock in OD Green.
Features
The Highlander Lite features a lightweight hinged floorplate in the stock, a Pachmayr Recoil Pad, an adaptor for a Javelin Pro Hunt Carbon Fiber Bipod, and comes with a Negrini case.
Highlander Rings
Griffin & Howe is proud to unveil our latest innovation – the Highlander Rifle Rings. Designed to complement the Defiance Machine Rebel, Classic, Anti, Renegade and Outcast actions, offering you a seamless fusion of form and function.
Two lightweight sizes available: 30mm and 34mm.
Medium (.500 above action ring) and high (.600 above action ring) rings are available for both sizes.
Canted: 20 MOA
.860 hole spacing for front ring, .600 hole spacing for rear bridge
Action size compatability for MOA: short/XM 30mm and 34mm 20 MOA, long 30mm and 34mm 20 MOA
Rings and screws: 2.3oz.
Uncompromised Accuracy: The precision fit of our Highlander Rifle Rings ensures that your optics stay locked in position, shot after shot. Achieve pinpoint accuracy and maintain zero under the most demanding conditions.
Finished in a striking matte black anodized coating, our rings not only offer a sleek aesthetic but also provide corrosion resistance for long-lasting performance.
Crafted with Precision, Engineered for Excellence.
$149.99 per pair. Contact us to purchase.
Purchasing a Griffin & Howe Highlander Lite Rifle
To order your Highlander Lite or to find out more about the options available, please call us on 973-398-2670 or email gunsmithing@griffinhowe.com.