The BSA CF2 was introduced in 1972 as primarily a hunting rifle. It was based on a modified Mauser style long action, and available in a variety of calibers and stock styles. It continued to be made until 1986. The stocks included an 'American' style with a Monte Carlo comb, a 'European' with a straight comb, and a full-length 'Stutzen' with many variations of wood, grade, color, end caps, fillers and chequering.

The BSA barrels are recognized as some of the best ever manufactured, with the standard rifle length being 24 inches, whilst the fully stocked 'Stutzen' carbine model was 20 inches.