Krieghoff Safari Rifles

German Precision. African Purpose. A Legacy Built for Dangerous Game.

For generations, the name Krieghoff has stood for uncompromising craftsmanship in the field where there is no room for error. The Krieghoff Classic “Big Five” double rifle was built in direct collaboration with professional hunters and safari guides for one purpose: to perform flawlessly when a charging buffalo, elephant, or lion is closing the distance and a single split-second decides the outcome.

At Highland, we’re proud to offer access to this legendary line — a rifle carried by the world’s most experienced professional hunters across Africa’s most demanding terrain.

Built for the Moment That Matters

The Classic “Big Five” pairs a slim, deeply reinforced steel action with Krieghoff’s Universal Trigger System and twin-hammer design, delivering a crisp trigger pull and fast lock time when speed is everything. The manual Kickspanner cocking device — mounted on the top tang where a conventional safety would sit — lets the rifle be carried fully loaded with the hammers down, combining true readiness with genuine safety discipline in the field.

Chambered from .375 H&H up through .500 Nitro Express, the rifle is built around calibers proven on the heaviest and most dangerous game on earth. Interchangeable barrel sets extend its versatility further, allowing configurations for double rifle, combination rifle/shotgun, or side-by-side shotgun use.

Every rifle can be finished to the owner’s specification — from engraving motifs and monogramming to gold-plated or titanium-nitrided trigger work — making each one as much a personal commission as it is a working tool.

A Note on Availability

Krieghoff Safari Rifles are handbuilt in limited numbers, and genuine examples — new or pre-owned — are not something any dealer keeps stocked on a shelf. Availability changes frequently, and current inventory should always be confirmed directly with Highland. If we don’t have the exact configuration you’re looking for in-house, we can help guide you toward what’s realistic in terms of sourcing, timeline, and custom order options.

Contact Highland directly to check current availability, discuss custom configurations, or be notified when a specific caliber or grade becomes available.

Why Serious Buyers Choose Highland

A rifle at this level deserves a dealer who understands it at the same level. This isn’t a category where generalist gun shops can offer much beyond a listing price.

• Genuine gunsmithing expertise. Highland’s gunsmiths work hands-on with fine and bespoke firearms every day — not just sales, but the mechanical understanding that comes from servicing, fitting, and restoring rifles of this caliber and complexity. When you buy a Krieghoff from Highland, you’re buying from people who actually understand what makes it exceptional.
• Bespoke experience. Our background in custom and bespoke gun work means we can speak intelligently to stock fit, regulation, engraving options, and the kind of personalization that separates a rifle from a rifle you own.
• Honest guidance on a rare product. Because these rifles are scarce, we won’t pressure you into the wrong configuration just to make a sale. We’ll help you find the right rifle — whether that means locating a specific used example, placing a custom order, or pointing you toward realistic alternatives.

Selling or Consigning a Krieghoff?

Highland is actively accepting Krieghoff safari rifles on consignment. If you own a Krieghoff Classic, Big Five double rifle, or other Krieghoff safari model you’re considering selling, our team can evaluate it, handle the listing and marketing to serious, qualified buyers, and manage the transaction from end to end — backed by the same gunsmithing expertise that lets us accurately assess condition, originality, and value.

Reach out to Highland today to discuss current availability, place a custom order, or explore consigning your Krieghoff safari rifle.