1988

Gerhard Blenk, together with Head of R&D Meinrad Zeh, developed a totally new single lock action, the “SLK” system, which was applied to the combination models. The BBF 700/88 and the BS 750/88 replaced the models ES 700 and B 75. Through the newly designed system, the new fine trigger made the set trigger redundant.

Blaser SLK-System  
The series production of the non-detachable ES 67 ceased and the new Blaser “Bockdrilling” (over & under rifle/shotgun combination with additional small caliber rifle barrel on the side) BD 880 was released. This model was fitted with the SLK system, featuring a fine trigger and manual cocking device.

The small caliber rifle barrel in .22 Hornet can be adjusted at the muzzle and the barrel selector is ergonomically positioned directly beside the trigger.

Because of its light weight, versatility and universal practicality the BD 880 was one of the most popular district rifles. The model was built until 1999 when the D 99 Duo replaced it.

The Blaser bolt action rifle SR 850 is equipped with countless innovations: The set trigger is replaced by fine triggers, the characteristics "cocking hammer" was no longer integrated.
Its successor the SR 850/88 was cocked through pushing forward the bolt handle.